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Cheap Car Rentals in Cardiff from AED 176
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 Cardiff with a pick-up date of 24/8 and drop-off date of 26/8. 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.
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Popular car types in Cardiff
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Cardiff and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 August 2025.
In Cardiff, there are 30 active hire locations from 16 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Cardiff in the past week - currently priced from AED 176/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
AED 203+
Compact
AED 232+
Intermediate
AED 304+
People carrier
AED 1,020+
Mini
AED 176+
Compact SUV
AED 230+
Intermediate SUV
AED 276+
Compare car rental deals in Cardiff by type
Here are the best Cardiff small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Cardiff SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Fiat 500AED 176/day
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Nissan MicraAED 195/day
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Mini HatchAED 203/day
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Best car rental deals found in Cardiff
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Cardiff. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Cardiff with an average daily rate of AED 349. Data was last updated on 19 August 2025.
Fiat 500AED 176/day
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Nissan MicraAED 195/day
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Mini HatchAED 203/day
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Cheapflights insights for Cardiff car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cardiff, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Cardiff?
For the best savings on car hire in Cardiff, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just AED 125/day – about 175% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Cardiff?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cardiff is Budget (rated 9.7/10 with 2 reviews). Europcar (rated 9.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
Budget
9.7
Europcar
9.0
Hertz
9.0
Sixt
7.4
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cardiff?
Planning to hire a car in Cardiff? January is the cheapest month, costing about AED 103 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 220. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
AED 103
February
AED 125
March
AED 147
April
AED 184
May
AED 191
June
AED 187
July
AED 220
August
AED 191
September
AED 162
October
AED 158
November
AED 143
December
AED 180
What car do most people hire in Cardiff?
SUV cars (Class Standard SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Cardiff. Standard cars (Class Standard SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Cardiff?
keddy by Europcar has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Cardiff at 4.
Top rental agencies in Cardiff
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cardiff known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cardiff. Reviews were last updated on 19 August 2025.
Budget
2 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
8.8
Overall
9.7
Pick-up/drop-off
9.7
Value
9.4
Europcar
1 review•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
8.0
Hertz
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
9.0
Sixt
1 location
Dollar
1 location
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
3 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.6
Overall
4.6
Pick-up/drop-off
4.6
Value
4.6
keddy by Europcar
5 locations
Avis
2 locations
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cardiff, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 August 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Cardiff for a week from Hertz?
Hiring a car in Cardiff for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around AED 1,741/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Cardiff?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Cardiff for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Cardiff for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Cardiff are typically AED 0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to AED 0. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in September to be on average AED 0 per day.