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Cheap Car Hire in Portsmouth from $75

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 Portsmouth with a pick-up date of 28/7 and drop-off date of 3/8. 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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Portsmouth car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Portsmouth. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2025.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

$2.73

Average price per day

$85

Cheapest price per day

$75

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Portsmouth?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Portsmouth 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 26 April 2025.

January

$48

February

$54

March

$57

April

$68

May

$82

June

$76

July

$81

August

$90

September

$65

October

$62

November

$57

December

$75

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Portsmouth and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 26 April 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Portsmouth this past week from 17 hire locations out of 11 hire agencies. Prices for a Portsmouth small car hire start from $75/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Premium estate car

Premium estate car

Compare available car types for hire in Portsmouth

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Portsmouth to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2025.

Small cars

$38 - $94

All Car Types

$40 - $100

To hire a small car in Portsmouth, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $60/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Portsmouth, the United Kingdom (~$38/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$94/day). In fact, November is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Portsmouth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portsmouth, hiring a small car saves you 16% 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 Portsmouth small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Portsmouth, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $72/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Portsmouth, the United Kingdom (~$35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$131/day). In fact, October is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Portsmouth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portsmouth, hiring a medium car is 3% 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 Portsmouth medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Portsmouth, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $65/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Portsmouth, the United Kingdom (~$101/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$173/day). In fact, November is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Portsmouth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portsmouth, hiring a large car saves you 8% 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 Portsmouth, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $67/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Portsmouth, the United Kingdom (~$33/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$128/day). In fact, January is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Portsmouth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portsmouth, hiring a SUV saves you 5% 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 Portsmouth SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris$75/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Kia Rio$77/day
4
4
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A/C
Kia Rio
Toyota Corolla$99/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Top hire agencies in Portsmouth

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Portsmouth known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Portsmouth. Reviews were last updated on 26 April 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top care hire agencies serving Portsmouth, such as Europcar, Sixt and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Europcar

8.6
Very Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

6.6

Sixt

1 location

Budget

2 locations

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

Dollar

1 location

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

1 location

FLIZZR

2 locations

Free2Move

2 locations

Best Portsmouth car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Portsmouth. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Portsmouth with an average daily rate of $107. Data was last updated on 26 April 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Portsmouth area. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Toyota Yaris$75/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Kia Rio$77/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Toyota C-HR$78/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota C-HR

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Portsmouth, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Portsmouth?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $85/day when booking a car hire in Portsmouth. The absolute best deal a user found was for $64/day from Alamo, booked on Apr. 20.

  • What are petrol prices like in Portsmouth?

    The average price of petrol in Portsmouth is $2.73/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $122 and $177 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Portsmouth for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Portsmouth. They can have you in a hire car for about $672 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 80% to make it a great deal in Portsmouth. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Portsmouth for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Portsmouth can be found for about $2,879, with the average price for a rental being around $96 a day. Book with Alamo, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 35% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Portsmouth.

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

    $65 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Portsmouth, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Portsmouth, then opt for a Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of May, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Portsmouth?

    Nissan Juke, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Portsmouth according to Cheapflights users.

Small car hires in Portsmouth

Find small car hire deals in Portsmouth from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Portsmouth cost an average of $94 per day. Price data was last updated on 26 April 2025.
Nissan Micra$94/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra

Luxury car hires in Portsmouth

Find luxury car hire deals in Portsmouth from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Portsmouth cost an average of $261 per day. Price data was last updated on 26 April 2025.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car hires within Portsmouth. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$222/day
5
M
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$232/day
5
M
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$252/day
5
M
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Van hires in Portsmouth

Find van hire deals in Portsmouth from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Portsmouth cost an average of $319 per day. Price data was last updated on 26 April 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for hiring a van in the Portsmouth area. If you're not finding the right deal for your van hire, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Toyota HiAce$315/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$315/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$321/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Portsmouth

Browse car hires by fuel type in Portsmouth. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Portsmouth. Deals were last updated on 26 April 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Portsmouth. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($68+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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