London City Airport car hire

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Find cheap car hire at London City Airport

These are the lowest London City Airport car hire prices we found across the internet over the next 30 days, and are subject to change.

Car hire near London City Airport

Consider travelling into London to pick up your car - we found car hire deals from pick-up points in London from £15.

The most popular car rental companies in London City Airport

London City Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily price£59
Most popular carCompact, 4-5 doors
Cheapest price found£15
Cheapest month to rentSeptember
Providers at London City Airport17
Most popular providerGreen Motion
Best time to book1 week before

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All you need to know about London

First time driving in London? Here’s a heads-up on local driving laws, London 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 London City Airport

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

Check out car hire in London

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

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in London City 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 1 week in advance

We crunched some numbers and found that most travellers bag the lowest daily rate when they book 1 week in advance. The cheapest month to hire a car from London City Airport is September.

Compare fuel policies

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

Skip the queues at London City 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 London City Airport late and just want to get on your way.

Hiring a car at London City Airport: FAQs

On average, car hire from London City Airport is around £60 per day.
No. It's a little higher than United Kingdom's average daily car rental price, which is around £53.
There are lots of car hire companies to choose from at London City Airport - including Europcar, Routes Car Rentals, Fox - Rent A Car, drivus, Easirent, Turo, Keddy By Europcar, Rent a Wreck, and Green Motion.
Currently, the lowest price for car hire at London City Airport we found is £15. And the cheapest rate for car hire nearby is from £15. It can often be cheaper to hire a car from somewhere near to London City Airport, especially if there's an extra airport pick-up fee. But when you consider the cost of travelling from London City 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 London City 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 4.7 rating for things like cleanliness, customer service and value. The cheapest company is currently Green Motion.
Currently, it looks like Green Motion has the cheapest car hire deal in London City Airport – for £21 per day. Dollar also has car hire deals from £36 per day.
Although you can often find a cheaper car hire deal away from London City 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 London City Airport. That's why we highlight the rental cars you can book now and cancel later when you search.
Yes, van hire is available at London City Airport from £23 per day.
When you rent a car near London City 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 London City 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 London City 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 London City 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.