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Cardiff Airport car hire

Compare car hire deals at Cardiff Airport from across the web

Find the best car hire price, fuel policy and more from hundreds of providers

Book with flexibility. Look for cars with free cancellation in case your plans change.

Find cheap car hire at Cardiff Airport

Toyota Aygo

or similar mini
41Airport terminal
From
£48
per day

Vauxhall Corsa

or similar economy
42Airport terminal
From
£50
per day

Nissan Juke

or similar compact
43Airport terminal
From
£55
per day

Nissan Qashqai

or similar intermediate
54Airport terminal
From
£62
per day

Mercedes C-Class

or similar premium
52Airport terminal
From
£88
per day

Mercedes CL-Class

or similar fullsize
54Airport terminal
From
£100
per day

Toyota Aygo

or similar mini
41Airport terminal
From
£46
per day

MG MG HS

or similar intermediate
54Airport terminal
From
£46
per day

Vauxhall Corsa

or similar economy
42Airport terminal
From
£50
per day

Nissan Juke

or similar compact
43Airport terminal
From
£55
per day

Peugeot 5008

or similar fullsize
54Airport terminal
From
£76
per day

Mercedes C-Class

or similar premium
52Airport terminal
From
£88
per day

Peugeot 5008

or similar intermediate
54
From
£88
per day

Ford Galaxy

or similar fullsize
54
From
£105
per day

Ford Transit

or similar premium
52
From
£115
per day
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These are the lowest Cardiff Airport car hire prices we found across the internet over the next 30 days, and are subject to change.

Car hire near Cardiff Airport

If it's easier for you, there are lots of car hire pickup locations in Cardiff from £28.

The most popular car rental companies in Cardiff Airport

Cardiff Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily price£167
Most popular carEconomy, 4-5 doors
Cheapest price found£48
Cheapest month to rentNovember
Providers at Cardiff Airport10
Most popular providerEnterprise
Best time to book2 weeks before

Choose from the best car hire companies near Cardiff Airport

Keddy By Europcar
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Europcar
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Avis
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
National
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Budget
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Alamo
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Keddy By Europcar
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Europcar
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Avis
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
National
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Budget
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Alamo
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection

All you need to know about Cardiff

First time driving in Cardiff? Here’s a heads-up on local driving laws, Cardiff speed limits and more so you can stay on the right side of the road — and the rules.
Side of the roadLeft
CurrencyPound sterling
LanguageEnglish
Motorway speed limit70mph
Built-up area speed limit30mph
Age to rent a car21
The information here is based on our understanding as of July 2025. For the most current and accurate information, check official government sources.

How to get the best car hire deal in Cardiff Airport

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy after you've touched down in Cardiff Airport. 

Check out car hire in Cardiff

If you can't find what you're looking for at Cardiff Airport, there could be more car hire options in Cardiff and sometimes, they're cheaper. You just have to remember that the added cost of a transfer from Cardiff Airport into Cardiff could mean you still spend more than if you opted to pick up your hire car at Cardiff Airport.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Cardiff Airport that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your mind or your plans if you need to. Or if you find a better deal elsewhere.

Book 2 weeks in advance

We crunched some numbers and found that most travellers bag the lowest daily rate when they book 2 weeks in advance. The cheapest month to hire a car from Cardiff Airport is November.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off from Cardiff Airport, look out for deals with a 'full to full' tank fuel policy.

Skip the queues at Cardiff Airport

With us, you can find car hire deals with self-service or keyless pick-up. No keys to pick up or documents to fill out means no queues. Just touch down, hop in and hit the road - perfect if you've landed at Cardiff Airport late and just want to get on your way.

Hiring a car at Cardiff Airport: FAQs

On average, car hire from Cardiff Airport is around £167 per day.
No. It's a little higher than United Kingdom's average daily car rental price, which is around £34.
There are lots of car hire companies to choose from at Cardiff Airport - including Budget, Routes Car Rental, National, Avis, Fox - Rent A Car, Enterprise, Alamo, Keddy By Europcar, and Europcar.
Yes – you can pick up Enterprise hire cars from Cardiff Airport. Their desk is in the airport terminal.
Yes – you can pick up Alamo hire cars from Cardiff Airport. Their desk is in the airport terminal.
Yes – you can pick up Budget hire cars from Cardiff Airport. Their desk is in the airport terminal.
Currently, the lowest price for car hire at Cardiff Airport we found is £48. And the cheapest rate for car hire nearby is from £28. It can often be cheaper to hire a car from somewhere near to Cardiff Airport, especially if there's an extra airport pick-up fee. But when you consider the cost of travelling from Cardiff Airport to the pick-up location, and back again at the end of your stay, collecting your wheels as soon as you touch down might still work out more economic, faster and easier.
Yes – you can hire a car when you touch down in Cardiff Airport and drop it off in another location, which can save you time and money.
Although you can often find a cheaper car hire deal away from Cardiff Airport, remember to consider: extra cost of public transport, a taxi to your hotel, or on to that pickup location on top of that price.
Yes. We understand that plans can change last minute, or you might even find a better car rental deal from Cardiff Airport. That's why we highlight the rental cars you can book now and cancel later when you search.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals in and around Cardiff. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Cardiff Airport.
When you rent a car near Cardiff Airport, most major providers require you to be at least 21 years old. Some companies charge an extra fee if you're under 25, so make sure you check before booking.
You can book car hire at Cardiff Airport in three simple steps. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.
The documents you need to rent a car at Cardiff Airport vary depending on the car hire provider. In most cases, you’ll need a valid driving licence, photo ID and a credit card. You can check with the car hire provider when you book.
Finding the best car hire deal at Cardiff Airport is quick and easy with Skyscanner. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage, and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.

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