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How much does Exeter Airport car hire cost throughout the year?

Our data shows that March is the cheapest month to rent a car from Exeter Airport. It’s around £25 a day in March, compared to the yearly average which is £31 a day.
Cheapest month avgMarch • £25
Yearly avg price£31

Car hire pick-up spots near Exeter Airport

Compare car hire prices at nearby airports, train stations and across different neighbourhoods in Exeter. You might find a better price, or somewhere that suits you better.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Exeter Airport

Keddy By Europcar
Enterprise
National
Alamo
Europcar
Avis

Exeter Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily price£182
Most popular carLarge, fullsize passenger van
Cheapest price found£29
Cheapest month to rentMarch
Providers at Exeter Airport15
Most popular providerKeddy By Europcar
Best time to book2 weeks before

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Hiring a car at Exeter Airport: FAQs

The average cost to hire a car at Exeter Airport is £182 per day and £623 for a seven-day rental.

If you're looking for the cheapest deal, the lowest price we found is £29 per day for Small hire from Europcar.

Looking for a particular type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: £84 per day.
Cheapest price found: £29 per day.
SUV
Average price: £171 per day.
Cheapest price found: £35 per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: £215 per day.
Cheapest price found: £71 per day.
Electric
Average price: £323 per day.
Cheapest price found: £69 per day.
It depends. Some car hire companies at Exeter Airport accept debit cards, but others require a credit card.

Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
As a general rule, the earlier you book car hire at Exeter Airport, the better. Booking early often means cheaper prices and a wider choice of cars. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire at Exeter Airport is usually around £136 per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average daily price of £182.

The cheapest price we found at Exeter Airport is £29 per day with Europcar for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies let you drive a hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it at all.

If you plan to cross a border, check with the company before you travel. Driving abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
You don't have to get excess insurance, but it's worth considering. Your hire car comes with basic insurance, but you'll still need to pay an excess if it's damaged or stolen. At Exeter Airport, the excess ranges from around £251 to £4,213, depending on the car hire company. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company.

You can also buy excess insurance separately, which is often cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire, which is usually something like the Volkswagen Caddy, averages £182 per day at Exeter Airport. The cheapest price we found is £80 per day with National.
Luxury car hire, like the Chevrolet Suburban or similar, costs on average £215 per day at Exeter Airport. Right now, the cheapest price we could find is £71 per day with Enterprise.
Medium car hire, like the Opel Crossland, averages £107 per day at Exeter Airport. The lowest price we've found is £35 per day with Budget.
Most people hiring a car from Exeter Airport book it for 7 days. If you're deciding how long to hire for, here's what you can expect to pay on average:
1 day: £182
1 week: £623
2 weeks: £1,246
1 month: £1,747

If your travel dates are flexible, try changing the car hire duration when you're comparing prices on Skyscanner. A few extra days can sometimes work out better value.
No. It's a little higher than United Kingdom's average daily car rental price, which is around £102.
There are lots of car hire companies to choose from at Exeter Airport - including Europcar, National, Switch, Sixt, Keddy By Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car, Enterprise, Alamo, and Dollar.
No, it's around 93% more expensive to hire a car at Exeter Airport. The cheapest car hire at Exeter Airport starts from £29 per day, while options in Exeter start from £15 per day.

But there's more to it than price. Picking up away from the airport means an extra journey. Central Exeter is around 8.0km away from Exeter Airport. It'll take you around 11 minutes to get there by car or 54 minutes by public transport.

While Exeter locations are usually cheaper, airport car hire is more convenient when you've just landed. It's worth weighing up the price difference against the time and cost of travelling into the city.
Yes – you can hire a car when you touch down in Exeter Airport and drop it off in another location, which can save you time and money.
The most popular according to travellers is Keddy By Europcar, with a 4.6 rating for things like cleanliness, customer service and value. The cheapest company is currently Avis.
Currently, it looks like Avis has the cheapest car hire deal in Exeter Airport – for £47 per day. Budget also has car hire deals from £50 per day.
Yes. We understand that plans can change last minute, or you might even find a better car rental deal from Exeter 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 Exeter. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Exeter Airport.
When you rent a car near Exeter 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 Exeter 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 Exeter 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 Exeter 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.