London

Cheap Car Rentals in London from AED 48

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 London with a pick-up date of 13/12 and drop-off date of 16/12. 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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London car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in London. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 December 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

AED 6.58

Average price per day

AED 154

Cheapest price per day

AED 48

Popular car types in London

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in London and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 1 December 2025.

There are, in total, 387 car hire locations in London that are operated by 48 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: AED 48/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from London hire providers:

Economy

Economy

AED 48+

Compact

Compact

AED 58+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 62+

Mini

Mini

AED 48+

Premium

Premium

AED 136+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 206+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 65+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 68+

Compare car rental deals in London by type

Here are the best London small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best London medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best London SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best London luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia PicantoAED 48/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Nissan SentraAED 49/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Sentra
Volkswagen PoloAED 52/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Best car rental deals found in London

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in London. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in London with an average daily rate of AED 90. Data was last updated on 1 December 2025.
Kia PicantoAED 48/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Nissan SentraAED 49/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Sentra
Volkswagen PoloAED 52/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Cheapflights insights for London car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in London, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in London?

For the best savings on car hire in London, make your reservation 30 days before pickup. The average price then is just AED 121/day – about 211% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in London?

DRIVALIA is currently the cheapest car hire company in London with deals as low as AED 32.62/day found in the past two weeks. FlexWays is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 33.79/day.

What is the best car rental company in London?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in London is Budget (rated 7.4/10 with 52 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.6/10 with 32 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in London?

Planning to hire a car in London? January is the cheapest month, costing about AED 99 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 195. 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 99

February

AED 103

March

AED 114

April

AED 147

May

AED 158

June

AED 162

July

AED 195

August

AED 173

September

AED 136

October

AED 125

November

AED 118

December

AED 187

What car do most people hire in London?

Economy cars (Citroen C3 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting London. SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Mercedes-Benz V-Class or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in London?

keddy by Europcar has 38 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in London at 27.

Top rental agencies in London

Explore the leading car rental agencies in London known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in London. Reviews were last updated on 1 December 2025.

Budget

7.4
Good
52 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Hertz

6.6
Okay
32 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

Easirent

4.8
Mediocre
58 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.2

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.1

National

12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
2 reviews27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

9.0

keddy by Europcar

8.3
Very Good
3 reviews38 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.3

Alamo

7.8
Good
10 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.5

Avis

7.5
Good
14 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

6.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in London, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 December 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in London?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 154/day when booking a car hire in London. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 67/day from CarWiz, booked on Nov. 29.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in London for a week from Hertz?

    Hiring a car in London 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 1,085/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in London?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from London it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in London for a month?

    Our recent data shows that CarWiz can potentially be 81% below the average car hire price in London. Check prices and availability for CarWiz and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in London is on average AED 4,652 a month or AED 155 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your London car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in London for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in London is AED 262. Hiring a Mini is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in London. For the month of January, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in London for as low as AED 172/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in London

Browse car rentals by fuel type in London. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in London. Deals were last updated on 1 December 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in London. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 13+).

Electric

Electric

AED 21+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 27+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 13+

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