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Cheap Car Hire in Birmingham from R606

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 Birmingham with a pick-up date of 24/7 and drop-off date of 13/8. 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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Popular car types in Birmingham

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Birmingham and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

There are, in total, 87 car hire locations in Birmingham that are operated by 31 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R606/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Birmingham hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

People carrier

People carrier

R1 154+

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

R1 239+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 543+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R2 248+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Birmingham by type

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

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

Volkswagen up!R606/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen up!
Toyota YarisR625/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai AtosR644/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos

Best car hire deals found in Birmingham

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Birmingham. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Birmingham with an average daily rate of R1 106. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Birmingham. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Volkswagen up!R606/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen up!
Toyota YarisR625/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai AtosR644/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos

Cheapflights insights for Birmingham car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Birmingham, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R586, which is about 1 381% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Birmingham?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Birmingham is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). Easirent (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Birmingham?

Planning to hire a car in Birmingham? January is the cheapest month, costing about R497 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R853. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R497

February

R586

March

R622

April

R799

May

R764

June

R764

July

R782

August

R853

September

R693

October

R675

November

R604

December

R799

What car do most people hire in Birmingham?

Compact cars (Peugeot 2008, for example) are the most popular in Birmingham. Mini (Fiat 500) and Economy (Vauxhall Corsa) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Birmingham.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Birmingham?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Sunnycars have 9 locations in Birmingham, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Birmingham

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Birmingham known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Birmingham. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Birmingham, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Easirent and Avis. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0
Wonderful
2 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,3

Easirent

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Avis

10,0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Alamo

9,7
Wonderful
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,7

Comfort

9,7

Overall

9,7

Pick-up/drop-off

9,7

Value

9,4

keddy by Europcar

7 locations

Hertz

6,6
Okay
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,6

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,6

Dollar

2 locations

Europcar

6,0
Okay
6 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,2

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Birmingham, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Birmingham for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

    GREEN MOTION is one of the most popular car hire companies in Birmingham, offering car hire for around R4 742 per week on average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Birmingham.

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

    R0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Birmingham, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Birmingham, then opt for a Mini hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of July, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R0/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Birmingham

Browse car hires by fuel type in Birmingham. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Birmingham. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Birmingham. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R41+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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