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Cheap Car Rentals in Southampton from ₹ 3,251

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 Southampton with a pick-up date of 23/5 and drop-off date of 20/6. 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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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 19 April 2025.

January

₹ 3,158

February

₹ 3,500

March

₹ 3,414

April

₹ 3,927

May

₹ 4,780

June

₹ 4,780

July

₹ 5,122

August

₹ 4,524

September

₹ 4,183

October

₹ 3,841

November

₹ 3,329

December

₹ 4,354

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.

Popular car types in Southampton

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Southampton and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 April 2025.

In Southampton, there are 43 active hire locations from 23 car hire companies. SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Southampton in the past week - currently priced from ₹ 3,251/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

₹ 3,363+

Compact

Compact

₹ 3,598+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 6,448+

Minivan

Minivan

₹ 7,198+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 5,554+

Mini

Mini

₹ 3,129+

Premium

Premium

₹ 4,949+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₹ 3,251+

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 19 April 2025.

Small cars

₹ 2,456 - ₹ 4,844

All Car Types

₹ 2,456 - ₹ 14,513

To hire a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of ₹ 1,812/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom (~₹ 2,456/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~₹ 4,844/day). In fact, April is about 35% 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 63% 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. Here are the best Southampton small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Ford Ikon₹ 3,363/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ikon
Suzuki Swift Dzire₹ 3,598/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift Dzire

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 19 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Southampton, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and National in Southampton. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

Alamo

3 locations

National

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.6

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

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

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

Dollar

1 location

Best Southampton car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Southampton. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Southampton with an average daily rate of ₹ 4,203. Data was last updated on 19 April 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on rental cars in Southampton. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Ford EcoSport₹ 3,251/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Ford Ka₹ 3,363/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Honda City₹ 3,598/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 April 2025.
  • 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 (8.6 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 ₹ 149/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 6,685 and ₹ 9,656 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 offers hire cars in Southampton for about ₹ 33,197 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 61%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Southampton.

  • 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.

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

    ₹ 0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Southampton. To save money, consider booking a Mini car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in May, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as ₹ 4,844 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Southampton?

    Nissan Qashqai, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Southampton according to Cheapflights users.

Car rentals by fuel type in Southampton

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Southampton. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Southampton. Deals were last updated on 19 April 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Southampton. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (₹ 38+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 38+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 70+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 66+

Travelling to a place near Southampton?

Rent a car at Southampton if you plan to visit one of these locations
Hounslow
Hayes
Eastbourne
Slough
Reading
Redhill
Dagenham
Sutton
Harrow
Canterbury
Ilford
Crawley
Richmond
Gatwick
Weybridge
Southall
Wembley

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