Southampton

Cheap Car Rentals in Southampton

Southampton, England, United Kingdom
1 May — 8 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Southampton, England, United Kingdom
Wed 1-5
Noon
Wed 8-5
Noon

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 24 April 2024.

January

HK$297

February

HK$289

March

HK$352

April

HK$415

May

HK$493

June

HK$517

July

HK$532

August

HK$493

September

HK$470

October

HK$399

November

HK$344

December

HK$399

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Southampton is February. 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 24 April 2024.

Small cars

HK$275 - HK$1,205

All Car Types

HK$275 - HK$2,141

To hire a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of HK$280/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom (~HK$275/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~HK$1,205/day). In fact, April is about 2% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Southampton. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Southampton, hiring a small car saves you 46% 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 24 April 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Southampton area such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and keddy by Europcar. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.6

Alamo

8.0
Very Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

6.0

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

Sixt

7.6
Good
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

6.8

Budget

7.5
Good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

7.5

Avis

6.6
Okay
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.0

Hertz

6.2
Okay
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.0

Europcar

5.3
Fair
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

5.3

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

5.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Southampton?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating), Budget (9.0 rating) and Sixt (7.6 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 HK$14.50/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$652 and HK$942 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Arnold Clark 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$13,264 per week.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 65% on your car hire. For a below average price in Southampton, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Southampton?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Southampton is Standard (Volkswagen Tiguan) based on our Cheapflights data.

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