Cheapflights insights for Cardiff car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cardiff, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Cardiff?
To get the best deal on car hire in Cardiff, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 139, which is about 215% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Cardiff?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cardiff is Budget (rated 9.7/10 with 2 reviews). Europcar (rated 9.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cardiff?
Planning to hire a car in Cardiff? January is the cheapest month, costing about RM 118 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 224. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
RM 118
February
RM 144
March
RM 169
April
RM 211
May
RM 220
June
RM 203
July
RM 224
August
RM 207
September
RM 186
October
RM 182
November
RM 165
December
RM 207
What car do most people hire in Cardiff?
SUV cars (Kia XCeed, for example) are the most popular in Cardiff. Intermediate (Kia XCeed) and Compact (Nissan Juke) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Cardiff.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Cardiff?
keddy by Europcar has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Cardiff at 4.
Top rental agencies in Cardiff
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cardiff known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cardiff. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Cardiff, including Budget, Europcar and Hertz. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Cardiff, including Budget, Europcar and Hertz.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cardiff, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Cardiff for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Cardiff, offering car hire for around RM 2,692 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Cardiff?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Cardiff however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.