What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Wales?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Wales 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 15 April 2025.
January
$47
February
$57
March
$68
April
$69
May
$85
June
$78
July
$90
August
$81
September
$75
October
$73
November
$66
December
$83
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Wales 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 Wales
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Wales and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Economy
$50+
Compact
$52+
Intermediate
$77+
People mover
$175+
Full-size SUV
$89+
Mini
$52+
Premium
$91+
Passenger van
$219+
Luxury
$136+
Compact SUV
$53+
Intermediate SUV
$69+
Compare available car types for rental in Wales
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Wales to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Small cars | $35 - $172 | |
|---|---|---|
All Car Types | $35 - $258 |
To hire a small car in Wales, you would pay an average price of $66/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Wales (~$35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$172/day). In fact, March is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Wales. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wales, hiring a small car saves you 27% 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.
To hire a SUV in Wales, you would pay an average price of $54/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Wales (~$45/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$204/day). In fact, January is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Wales. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wales, hiring a SUV saves you 40% 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 Wales
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Wales known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Wales. Reviews were last updated on 15 April 2025.
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Europcar
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Hertz
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Free2Move
Sunnycars
Avis
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Wales, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 April 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Wales?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $57/day when booking a car hire in Wales. The absolute best deal a user found was for $45/day from DRIVALIA , booked on Apr. 13.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Wales?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Wales from the following companies over the past two weeks: Europcar ($50/day), Budget ($52/day), and Avis ($71/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Wales?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, U-Save (10.0 rating), Arnold Clark (9.6 rating) and McNicoll Vehicle Rental (8.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Wales.
What are petrol prices like in Wales?
The average price of petrol in Wales is $2.97/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $133 and $193 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Wales for a week from Europcar?
From Europcar you can hire a car in Wales from about $367 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Wales for the best price?
Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 62% on a hire car in Wales. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.
Can I rent a car for a month in Wales?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Wales for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Wales for a month?
Our recent data shows that DRIVALIA can potentially be 36% below the average car hire price in Wales. Check prices and availability for DRIVALIA and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Wales is on average $1,572 a month or $52 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Wales car hire.
Car rentals by fuel type in Wales
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Wales. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Wales. Deals were last updated on 15 April 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Wales. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($40+).
Electric
$40+
Hybrid
$59+
Petrol/Diesel
$43+