Car hire at Bristol Airport

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Most popular car type

Compact

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Bristol Airport car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Bristol Airport with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Bristol Airport?

You should book your car hire in Bristol Airport around 20 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Bristol Airport?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Bristol Airport are Alamo (10.0), National (10.0), and Avis (8.0).
Alamo
Alamo
Rated 10.0/10
National
National
Rated 10.0/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 8.0/10
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 8.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Bristol Airport?

Compact cars (Class Special Car or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Bristol Airport. Compact cars in Bristol Airport cost R633/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R501/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Bristol Airport?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Bristol Airport is January at an average cost of R390/day. August is the most expensive month to hire a car in Bristol Airport when prices are R639/day on average, which tends to be 2 178% above the yearly average hire price for Bristol Airport.

Which car hire company in Bristol Airport has the most locations?

Easirent, Europcar, keddy by Europcar and Sunnycars operate 2 locations each in Bristol Airport, more than any other car hire company.
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Top tips for hiring a car at Bristol Airport

  • Bristol Airport (BRS) serves Bristol city and is often busy with business travellers. This means public transport to the city is often crowded, especially during rush-hour periods, and you may have to wait in long queues to purchase tickets. Car hire at Bristol Airport cuts back on your travel time by allowing you to move straight from the terminal to your rental counter to pick up your car. Perfect if you are rushing to make an important meeting or if you want to get on the road as soon as you arrive.
  • Bristol Airport is situated just off the A38, which takes you north into Bristol city, just a 15min drive away. This makes car hires at Bristol Airport a convenient option if you want to travel by road. A car hire also gives you access to many of the scenic, rural areas that are located nearby. For example, if you drive south on the A38, you can join the A368, which connects with Mendip Hills National Park. You can also drive west along the A368 to reach the many seaside areas along the southwest coast, such as Weston-Super-Mare and Burnham-on-Sea. Perfect if you’re travelling to Bristol on a family vacation and want to take a drive out to the beach.
  • If you plan to do a lot of driving in Bristol city centre, you will probably find yourself navigating heavy traffic. Car hire at Bristol Airport has some great fuel-efficient and low emissions options that are ideal for this. For example, there is a Green Motion car hire branch just a shuttle ride away from BRS. Green Motion offers a range of reduced-emissions and electric vehicles, which are great for short journeys. You can also hire an electric car from Enterprise when you hire with Bristol Airport.
  • Most of the car hire companies available at BRS are open during the weekdays but may be closed or run a reduced service in the evenings or at weekends. It is important to be aware that some companies, such as Enterprise and Hertz, require vehicles to be returned during business hours. To enjoy the largest choice of car rental services available, it is a good idea to collect and return your vehicle during the weekdays as most branches are open during this time.
  • Book your car hire at Bristol Airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about hiring a car at Bristol Airport

  • Which car hire agencies are easy to use at Bristol Airport?

    Make your Bristol Airport car hire quick and easy and enjoy online self-check-in options with several available branches. When you hire with Alamo, you can use their accelerated check-in option to fill out your details online shortly before you arrive. This cuts back on time and paperwork at the desk and allows you to collect your keys straightaway. Elsewhere, InterRent also offers a Key’n Go service, which allows you to check-in online and go straight to your vehicle. You’ll collect your keys from a self-service kiosk so there’s no need to spend time visiting the counter.

  • Where are car hire services located at BRS?

    Many of the car hire agencies at Bristol Airport have counters located in the Car Rental Centre. The Car Rental Centre is connected to the airport by a free shuttle bus, just a short distance from the Arrivals Hall. Companies including SIXT, Avis, and Europcar are situated here, and the centre is also located just a brief, convenient drive from the A38. For vehicles collected from the Car Rental Centre, you should also return them to the designated drop-off zone in the centre. There are also car rental options, such as Green Motion and Ace car hire, which are situated a short distance from the airport on Bridgewater Road. These are also connected to the airport by shuttle and vehicles hired from these locations may have different returns specifications.

  • Which documents do I need to collect my hire car at BRS?

    When you go to pick up your hire car at Bristol Airport make sure you have your driver’s licence and proof of ID, such as a passport. You should also take the debit or credit card that you used to make the booking online.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Bristol Airport?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Bristol Airport to off-airport locations include Ace, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Easirent, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, FLIZZR, GREEN MOTION , and Hertz.

Bristol Airport car rental reviews and directory

 
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Alamo

10,0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Bristol Airport

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Locations in Bristol Airport

Car Rental Centre

+44 1275 475990

Monday08:00 - 23:30
Tuesday08:00 - 23:30
Wednesday08:00 - 23:30
Thursday08:00 - 23:30
Friday08:00 - 23:30
Saturday08:00 - 23:30
Sunday08:00 - 23:30
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National

10,0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Bristol Airport

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Car Rental Centre

+44 1275 475990

Monday08:00 - 23:30
Tuesday08:00 - 23:30
Wednesday08:00 - 23:30
Thursday08:00 - 23:30
Friday08:00 - 23:30
Saturday08:00 - 23:30
Sunday08:00 - 23:30
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Avis

8,0

Very Good

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Bristol Airport

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Locations in Bristol Airport

Car Rental Center

+44 344 544 6007

Monday07:30 - 22:30
Tuesday07:30 - 22:30
Wednesday07:30 - 22:30
Thursday07:30 - 22:30
Friday07:30 - 22:30
Saturday08:00 - 23:30
Sunday10:00 - 22:30
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0

Very Good

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Bristol Airport

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Locations in Bristol Airport

Car Rental Centre

+44 1275 475990

Monday08:00 - 23:30
Tuesday08:00 - 23:30
Wednesday08:00 - 23:30
Thursday08:00 - 23:30
Friday08:00 - 23:30
Saturday08:00 - 23:30
Sunday08:00 - 23:30
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Hertz

8,0

Very Good

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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

7.0

One location in Bristol Airport

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Car Rental Bristol Airport

+44 843 309 3011

Monday08:00 - 23:30
Tuesday08:00 - 23:30
Wednesday08:00 - 23:30
Thursday08:00 - 23:30
Friday08:00 - 23:30
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Budget

7,4

Good

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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.4

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Car Rental Center

+44 344 544 4667

Monday07:30 - 22:30
Tuesday07:30 - 22:30
Wednesday07:30 - 22:30
Thursday07:30 - 22:30
Friday07:30 - 22:30
Saturday08:00 - 23:30
Sunday10:00 - 22:30
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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2022

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Expensive insurance.

1 out of 2

Sixt

5,9

Fair

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Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

5.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.9

Value for money

5.9

One location in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

Car Rental Building

+44 20 7018 8246

Monday08:00 - 23:30
Tuesday08:00 - 23:30
Wednesday08:00 - 23:30
Thursday08:00 - 23:30
Friday08:00 - 23:30
Saturday08:00 - 23:30
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8,0 Very Good

Darek, Jul 2024

Compact SUV

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No hassle, friendly service, clean car.

Europcar

5,6

Fair

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.3

Value for money

6.0

2 locations in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

Bristol Airport, Car Rental Centre

+44 371 384 3403

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Bristol Airport,arrivals Hall

+44 371 384 3403

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Easirent

5,1

Fair

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Cleanliness

5.7

Comfort

5.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.4

Value for money

4.8

2 locations in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

Bristol Airport Roundabout A38 Easirent Car Hire Bristol Airport Bristol ,bristol,gb

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C/o Holiday Inn Bridgewater Road (a38)

+44 127 540 2150

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keddy by Europcar

4,6

Mediocre

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.6

Value for money

4.6

2 locations in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

Bristol Airport

+44 371 384 3403

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Car Hire Building North Side Road, Lulsgate

44 0371 3843403

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2,0 Poor

Trent, Mar 2025

Compact

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After driving the car for a day, we realized that it was someone else’s name on the reservation form. Because there is no 800 number to call in the UK, we were charged for a 2 hr long phone call where we were told we’d be comped for the day we spent on the phone trying to get it sorted out. We were never comped the day, and were just stuck with the phone bill. On top of that, I discovered that we were being charged for insurance that I didn’t want because we had our own insurance. Budget rental for sure, but comes at a higher cost.

2,0 Poor

Jamie, Jun 2024

Mini

KAYAK
Hi, I’m somewhat fed up with searching prices via the website and realising time and time again that the headline price has no relevance to the final price charged. Extra charges such as additional drivers, airport pick up surcharges were never mentioned either on the website or at the europcar desk . Additional charges appeared on my credit card several days after dropping the car that were not verbalised or highlighted prior to rental - seems somewhat unfair! Surely this should be more regulated!? The car itself was fine , although didn’t appreciate multiple attempts by the desk sales to upgrade the vehicle at the pick up point , feels like a lot of effort goes into up selling.

Dollar

6,1

Okay

One location in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

Car Rental Bristol Airport

+44 843 309 3011

Monday08:00 - 23:30
Tuesday08:00 - 23:30
Wednesday08:00 - 23:30
Thursday08:00 - 23:30
Friday08:00 - 23:30

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DRIVALIA

5,4

Fair

One location in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

Bristol Airport, Car Rental Centre Silver Terminal, Silver Zone

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Ace

4,9

Mediocre

One location in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

The Old Forge

+44 117 959 5700

Monday07:00 - 19:00
Tuesday07:00 - 19:00
Wednesday07:00 - 19:00
Thursday07:00 - 19:00
Friday07:00 - 19:00
Saturday07:00 - 19:00
Sunday07:00 - 19:00

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Routes Car & Truck Rentals

3,7

Poor

One location in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

Bristol Airport Car Rental Centre,silver Terminal Silver Zone

Opening times not available

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Ace Rental Cars

8,5

Very Good

Best rated

One location in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

The Old Forge, Lulsgate, Bristol

+44 117 959 5700

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FLIZZR

7,4

Good

One location in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

Car Hire Building North Side Road, Lulsgate

+44 844 499 3399

Opening times not available

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

2 locations in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

Bristol Airport Roundabout A38

Opening times not available

bristol-Airport

Opening times not available

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Firefly

No score available yet

One location in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

Bridgewater Road

Opening times not available

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INTERRENT

No score available yet

One location in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

Car Hire Building

+44 127 551 3261

Opening times not available

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Move Mee

No score available yet

One location in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

The Old Forge, Bridgewater Road

+44 117 959 5700

Opening times not available

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Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Bristol Airport

Locations in Bristol Airport

Bristol Airport, Car Rental Centre

+86 10 6064 1387

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32 travellers who hired a car in Bristol Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.2

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