Cheap Car Hire in Manchester from R503
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Manchester with a pick-up date of 9/5 and drop-off date of 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Manchester car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Manchester. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 April 2025.
Most popular company | ALAMO |
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Price of petrol per litre | R33,48 |
Average price per day | R1 439 |
Cheapest price per day | R503 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Manchester?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Manchester and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 12 April 2025.
January
R519
February
R538
March
R615
April
R711
May
R846
June
R827
July
R885
August
R885
September
R731
October
R692
November
R634
December
R885
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Manchester is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
Popular car types in Manchester
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Manchester and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 12 April 2025.
There are currently 76 hire locations operating in Manchester spread across 28 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Manchester is small car at R503 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R503+
Compact
R552+
Full-size SUV
R1 108+
Mini
R481+
Premium
R907+
Luxury
R1 239+
Premium SUV
R1 472+
Compact SUV
R562+
Compare available car types for rental in Manchester
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Manchester to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 April 2025.
Small cars | R386 - R1 041 | |
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All Car Types | R386 - R1 675 |
To hire a small car in Manchester, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R644/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Manchester, the United Kingdom (~R386/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 041/day). In fact, January is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Manchester. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Manchester, renting a small car saves you 15% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Manchester small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Manchester, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R768/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Manchester, the United Kingdom (~R396/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 097/day). In fact, February is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Manchester. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Manchester, renting a medium car is 2% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a SUV in Manchester, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R546/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Manchester, the United Kingdom (~R396/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 130/day). In fact, February is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Manchester. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Manchester, renting a SUV saves you 28% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Manchester SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Manchester
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Manchester known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Manchester. Reviews were last updated on 12 April 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Manchester, including Dollar, Budget and Hertz. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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Best Manchester car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Manchester. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Manchester with an average daily rate of R712. Data was last updated on 12 April 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Manchester. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Manchester, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 April 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Manchester?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 439/day when booking a car hire in Manchester. The absolute best deal a user found was for R726/day from Ace, booked on Apr. 6.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Manchester?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Manchester from the following companies over the past two weeks: Europcar (R481/day), keddy by Europcar (R552/day), and Dollar (R562/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Manchester?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10,0 rating), Budget (9,3 rating) and Sixt (7,1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Manchester.
What are petrol prices like in Manchester?
The average price of petrol in Manchester is R33,48/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 506 and R2 176 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Manchester for a week from Alamo?
Alamo offers hire cars in Manchester for about R13 196 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Manchester for the best price?
Booking early can save you upwards of 33% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Manchester.
Can I rent a car for a month in Manchester?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Manchester however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Manchester for a month?
The monthly cost of a car hire in Manchester is R56 554 (R1 885/day) on average.
How much is a car hire in Manchester for a weekend?
The average price for a weekend car hire in Manchester is R0. Hiring a Mini is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Manchester. For the month of May, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Manchester for as low as R0/day.
What car do most people hire in Manchester?
The most popular car to hire while in Manchester is the Class Compact SUV, which is a Compact vehicle.
Small car hires in Manchester
Find small car hire deals in Manchester from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Manchester cost an average of R1 380 per day. Price data was last updated on 12 April 2025.
Van hires in Manchester
Find people carrier hire deals in Manchester from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Manchester cost an average of R2 461 per day. Price data was last updated on 12 April 2025.
Have a look at some of the best options for hiring a car in Manchester we've found at this time. If you're not finding the van hire that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.
Car hires by fuel type in Manchester
Browse car hires by fuel type in Manchester. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Manchester. Deals were last updated on 12 April 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Manchester. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R28+).
Electric
R28+
Hybrid
R43+
Petrol/Diesel
R34+