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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Southampton 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 6 October 2024.

January

AED 139

February

AED 139

March

AED 165

April

AED 187

May

AED 216

June

AED 216

July

AED 224

August

AED 202

September

AED 187

October

AED 176

November

AED 168

December

AED 190

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Southampton 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Southampton

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Southampton to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 October 2024.

Small cars

AED 85 - AED 186

All Car Types

AED 85 - AED 551

To rent a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of AED 64/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom (~AED 85/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~AED 186/day). In fact, April is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Southampton. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Southampton, renting a small car saves you 38% 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.

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 6 October 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Southampton, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and keddy by Europcar in Southampton. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Southampton, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and keddy by Europcar.

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

8.3

Alamo

3 locations
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keddy by Europcar

3 locations
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National

3 locations
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Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.6

Sixt

7.6
Good
3 reviews•2 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

DRIVALIA

1 location
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Avis

6.6
Okay
2 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 October 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Southampton?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Budget (9.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Southampton.

  • What are petrol prices like in Southampton?

    The average price of petrol in Southampton is AED 6.65/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 299 and AED 432 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Southampton for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car is one of the top picks in Southampton. They can have you in a hire car for about AED 1,008 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Southampton for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 70% to make it a great deal in Southampton. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

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

  • What car do most people hire in Southampton?

    Class Compact SUV, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Southampton according to Cheapflights users.

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