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Southampton car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Southampton. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 June 2026.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

AED 7.86

Average price per day

AED 129

Cheapest price per day

AED 115
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Cheapflights insights for Southampton car rentals

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Southampton, book about 69 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 151, which is about 189% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Southampton?

In Southampton, the most affordable car hire company right now is Alamo, offering prices from just AED 19.17/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is keddy by Europcar, with rates starting at AED 19.92/day.

What is the best car rental company in Southampton?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Southampton is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.6/10 with 3 reviews). National (rated 8.4/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.6
National
National
8.4
Alamo
Alamo
8.0
Sixt
Sixt
7.6

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

Planning to hire a car in Southampton? January is the cheapest month, costing about AED 154 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 235. 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 154

February

AED 173

March

AED 162

April

AED 187

May

AED 184

June

AED 213

July

AED 235

August

AED 228

September

AED 198

October

AED 195

November

AED 162

December

AED 198

What car do most people hire in Southampton?

SUV cars (Volvo XC90 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Southampton. Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Volkswagen Multivan or similar).

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Top rental agencies in Southampton

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Southampton known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Southampton. Reviews were last updated on 11 June 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
3 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

National

8.4
Very Good
1 review•3 locations
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Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.9

Alamo

3 locations
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Sixt

7.6
Good
3 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

6.8

Budget

7.5
Good
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

7.5

Avis

6.6
Okay
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.0

DRIVALIA

1 location
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Hertz

6.0
Okay
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 June 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Southampton?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 129/day when booking a car hire in Southampton. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 115/day from Hertz, booked on Jun. 8.

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

    Hertz is one of the top picks in Southampton. They can have you in a hire car for about AED 902 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Southampton for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Southampton can be found for AED 3,867. You can find car rental deals for AED 129 a day on average.

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