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 a rental car in Southampton, book about 85 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$298, which is about 505% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Southampton?
keddy by Europcar is currently the cheapest car hire company in Southampton with deals as low as HK$679.08/day found in the past two weeks. Enterprise Rent-A-Car is another inexpensive option with rates as low as HK$1,000.05/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). Alamo (rated 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
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 HK$290 per day. In contrast, May is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of HK$487. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
HK$290
February
HK$322
March
HK$314
April
HK$400
May
HK$487
June
HK$479
July
HK$487
August
HK$424
September
HK$385
October
HK$353
November
HK$298
December
HK$400
What car do most people rent in Southampton?
Compact cars (Ford Focus, for example) are the most popular in Southampton. SUV (Class Standard SUV) and Standard (Kia Sportage) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Southampton.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Southampton?
Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 4 locations in Southampton, more than any other rental company in the area.
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 17 July 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Southampton area such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and National. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 July 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Southampton for a week from National?
National is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Southampton. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about HK$10,703 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Southampton?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Southampton it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.