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Cheap Car Rentals in Birmingham from $70

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 23/5 and drop-off date of 25/5. 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 Birmingham?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Birmingham 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 23 April 2025.

January

$46

February

$55

March

$58

April

$71

May

$70

June

$71

July

$75

August

$78

September

$63

October

$63

November

$56

December

$75

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Birmingham is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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 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 23 April 2025.

In Birmingham, there are 87 active hire locations from 31 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Birmingham in the past week - currently priced from $70/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Birmingham

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Birmingham to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 April 2025.

Small cars

$26 - $73

All Car Types

$26 - $103

To hire a small car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $51/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom (~$26/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$73/day). In fact, January is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, hiring a small car saves you 11% 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 Birmingham small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $57/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom (~$33/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$103/day). In fact, February is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, hiring a medium car is 0% more expensive. 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.

To hire a SUV in Birmingham, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $60/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Birmingham, the United Kingdom (~$33/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$91/day). In fact, February is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, hiring a SUV is 5% more expensive. 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 Birmingham SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Holden Barina$70/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Toyota Yaris$79/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Suzuki Swift$104/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

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 23 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Birmingham, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Easirent and Avis in Birmingham. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Birmingham, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Easirent and Avis.

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

Best Birmingham car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Birmingham. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Birmingham with an average daily rate of $118. Data was last updated on 23 April 2025.
The best prices on car rentals in Birmingham we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Holden Barina$70/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Kia Niro$74/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Niro
Hyundai i20$79/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Birmingham, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 April 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Birmingham?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Birmingham from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget ($70/day), Europcar ($79/day), and Alamo ($138/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) and Alamo (9.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Birmingham.

  • What are petrol prices like in Birmingham?

    The average price of petrol in Birmingham is $2.91/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $131 and $189 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Birmingham for a week from DRIVALIA ?

    DRIVALIA is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Birmingham. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $302 per week.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 63%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Birmingham.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Birmingham however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    For a weekend car hire in Birmingham, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Economy hire in Birmingham is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Economy for May, it will cost approximately $45 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Birmingham?

    The most popular car to hire while in Birmingham is the Fiat 500, which is a Mini vehicle.

Car rentals by fuel type in Birmingham

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Birmingham. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Birmingham. Deals were last updated on 23 April 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Birmingham. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($62+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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