Car hire at Glasgow Airport from R638/day

Class Compact Car

or similar Small

R709/day

Kia Optima

or similar Medium

R869/day

Peugeot 5008

or similar Van

R1 531/day

SsangYong Rexton

or similar 4x4

R1 844/day

Volkswagen up!

or similar Small

R638/day

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

or similar Large

R1 312/day

BMW X1

or similar Luxury

R1 978/day

Vauxhall Crossland

or similar 4x4

R822/day

Kia Sportage

or similar 4x4

R916/day

Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Useful Info

Most popular car type	Luxury

In Glasgow it is often cheaper to get a car at the airport as opposed to in the city centre, especially if you book ahead. The Scottish countryside provides scenic landscapes that can be explored with freedom and total flexibility by driving yourself. Within the city, Glasgow is built more for cars than walking and the city's grid system makes it extremely easy to navigate for tourists. By picking your car up at the airport it will take roughly 20min to get from the airport to Glasgow's city centre via the motorway.
There are a variety of companies available for your car hire at Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA). While you may have experience with the larger international companies be sure to check out the deals on offer from smaller local providers too. You can see all the different offers available by using KAYAK to see prices and vehicles offered by the different companies providing car hire at Glasgow Intl Airport. Once you've made your choice, simply book through KAYAK to have your vehicle ready and waiting for you when you arrive.
Note that the insurance required to get a Glasgow Intl Airport car hire may be different depending on if you are coming from inside the UK or outside the UK. We recommend getting the most insurance you can; if something does go wrong it will be as hassle-free for you as possible. Be aware that if you are hiring a car and the registered driver is under the age of 25 this will cost you extra on insurance and may limit your vehicle options.
The terminal tends to be busiest in the morning between 09:00 and 12:00. The best time to get through the airport quickly is in the afternoon between 14:00 and 17:00. If speed is a priority for you Europcar may be the best option as they offer Click and Collect for pre-booked vehicles. Be aware that this option is only available to UK residents and incurs an extra charge. This must be booked 24h in advance. Some companies offer after-hours pickup and drop-off which will be during the quietest times but be aware that after-hours pickup will incur an extra cost as staff will need to assist you.
Book your car hire at Glasgow Airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

What extra services are offered?
Most major companies such as Hertz, Budget and Europcar offer child seats for a small extra cost. Many companies including Avis and Hertz have rewards programmes that are free to sign up for and will pay dividends for frequent travellers. Perks may include skipping queues and exclusive discounts. If you need a long-term car hire Thrifty's FlexiFleet provides a flexible long-term rental that allows you to swap cars as your needs change with just a two-month commitment.
Where are the service desks located?
All on-site car hire at Glasgow Intl Airport can be found just a short 2min walk outside of the arrivals terminal. Simply present your documentation to the service counter of the provider you have chosen and once payment has been processed and you've gone over the rental agreement they will take you to your vehicle at a nearby parking lot within the airport.
What documentation is required?
To hire a car you first need to be at least 23 years old. You will need to present a driver's licence that has been valid for at least 12 months. You will also need your passport even if you are travelling within Scotland and your booking confirmation. Sometimes certain providers, including Thrifty, will ask you to bring extra proof of address documents such as a bank statement or utility bill dated within eight weeks of your booking.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Glasgow Airport?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Glasgow Airport to off-airport locations include Advantage, Alamo, Arnold Clark, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Easirent, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, and GREEN MOTION .

Alamo

10,0

Wonderful

Read 6 reviews

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.7

Value for money

9.7

One location in Glasgow Intl Airport

Locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 141 413 4000

Monday	07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:00
Thursday	07:00 - 23:00
Friday	07:00 - 23:00
Saturday	07:00 - 23:00
Sunday	07:00 - 23:00

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10,0 Wonderful

Mark, Apr 2025

Intermediate

Staff was great. Giving back to the airport in middle of the morning when it’s dark it was pretty difficult.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Compact

Staff were very friendly and helpful!

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Passenger van

Very good.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Luxury SUV

Excellent

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Compact SUV

staff at pick up and drop off were excellent

Arnold Clark

10,0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Glasgow Intl Airport

Locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

16 30 Murray Street

+44 141 847 8602

Opening times not available

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0

Wonderful

Read 4 reviews

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.3

One location in Glasgow Intl Airport

Locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

Car Rental Centre

+44 141 413 4000

Monday	07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:00
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Thursday	07:00 - 23:00
Friday	07:00 - 23:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Diana, Jun 2024

Compact SUV

All the employees happily answered questions and assisted us readily. Very pleasant experience.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Economy

Really friendly and efficient staff

National

10,0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Glasgow Intl Airport

Locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 141 413 4000

Monday	07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:00
Thursday	07:00 - 23:00
Friday	07:00 - 23:00
Saturday	07:00 - 23:00
Sunday	07:00 - 23:00

Dollar

8,6

Very Good

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

7.3

One location in Glasgow Intl Airport

Locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

Car Hire Building

+44 843 309 3031

Monday	08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 20:00
Thursday	08:00 - 20:00
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Saturday	08:00 - 20:00
Sunday	08:00 - 20:00

Avis

8,0

Very Good

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Glasgow Intl Airport

Locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

St Andrews Drive

+44 344 544 6003

Monday	07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:00
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6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Compact

The car had been put through a car wash but I would not say it was clean or well presented. There were residual items on it. (Bird droppings). To be fair, I have rented cars from other providers at Glasgow airport and they are similar. This is more a “site problem” than an Avis problem. I hated the car - I would now actively avoid MG in any car rental. Awful. Not an Avis specific problem.

Budget

8,0

Very Good

Read 2 reviews

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

8.0

One location in Glasgow Intl Airport

Locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

St Andrews Drive

+44 344 544 4604

Monday	07:00 - 23:00
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4,0 Mediocre

Euan, Nov 2024

Intermediate SUV

I hate MG and actively avoid selecting any MG. They are terrible cars. This rental there were only MGs available despite there being the appearance of choice at booking. There was a kia sportage or similar in a separate price/offer from the MG HS at the booking page. I chose the kia and got the MG with no other option available at collection.

Europcar

7,4

Good

Read 5 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.4

Value for money

6.9

2 locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

Locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

Car Rental Centre

+44 371 384 1079

Opening times not available

Glasgow Airport, Terminal Building

+44 371 384 1079

Opening times not available

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Intermediate

My appointment was scheduled for 10pm. I showed up around 10:20 PM, because my husband’s checked bag was on the plane after us. I assumed this wouldn’t be an issue, since normally the process of renting a car takes some time. When I showed up, I was told that the staff left at 10pm. They didn’t bother calling us to tell us. Apparently, they ONLY call you if you include your flight number on the reservation. When I showed up the next morning to get the car, mind you the entire reservation was paid for in advance, I was told the car was given away. I then had to pay an extra $400 for a different car. I asked for a refund for the first reservation, but nothing was given to me.

10,0 Wonderful

Alan, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

all good. priced right. efficient experience. quick and convenient return.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Intermediate SUV

Worst rental experience I have ever had.

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

6,0

Okay

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

2.0

One location in Glasgow Intl Airport

Locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

Glasgow Airport Terminal Building,returns Right Off St Andrews Drive

Opening times not available

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6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Compact SUV

Could have been clear there was no insurance. I mean, why!?

Sixt

5,9

Fair

Read 7 reviews

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.9

Value for money

6.2

One location in Glasgow Intl Airport

Locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

Car Rental Centre

+44 20 7018 8246

Monday	07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Compact

Customer service people were very nice and knowledgeable.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2022

I paid for my rental on your site. I got to the pick up location and i had to pay an extra approx. 100 pounds in order to rent the vehicle .... so the total your site gave me was not in fact the total.

2,0 Poor

Janice, Oct 2022

I wasn't given a car as Sixt wouldn't accept my temporary license. The gentleman at the desk was very helpful - he checked all the other agencies and took me to one that accepted my license - I had to pay £200 more than the rental I'd booked with you. I did appreciate that my original rental was refunded immediately.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2022

Couldn't fault them

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2022

The customer service was impeccable. I was served by a guy named Ish and he was just amazing. The car was clean, had brand new smell, it was a great drive and the return was painless. I don't feel at this time that anything could have been better except for the price, but that's the market and not the company's fault.

GREEN MOTION

5,6

Fair

Read 12 reviews

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.8

Value for money

5.8

One location in Glasgow Intl Airport

Locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

Unit 7, Glasgow Airlink Industrial Estate, Inchinnan Road, Paisley,Renfrewshire (Shuttle)

+44 141 433 8268

Monday	08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 20:00
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2,0 Poor

Brett, Jul 2024

Economy

Worst rental car experience. Seems like they are looking to scam for any dent or scratch. I didn’t hit anything and they found a small dent in wheel area what was probably there before. I couldn’t even see it. The car already had scratches and other things from before. They are here to scam you would never used again.

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Compact

Disappointed that the first thing I had to do was stop and put in screen wash !!! Scotland in December is NOT the time to drive without it and Green Motion are neglectful in not ensuring such safety checks !!!

2,0 Poor

Barry, Dec 2023

Intermediate SUV

I didn't ever receive my car.. When you sign up for the car it doesn't tell you that the £2500 deposit you need doesnt get returned for upto 2 months.. All this should be made aware before going to pick car up.. All in a rather embarrassing experience

10,0 Wonderful

Margaret, Oct 2023

Compact SUV

Everything was great and very smooth pick up and drop off. Would use the service without any hesitation.

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, May 2021

Pros:

Drop off was super easy. The person that handled the drop off/shuttle was super friendly and nice. They also picked us up from the airport, which is like a 2 minute drive so that was cool too. -The car was amazing! Massage drivers seat and a lot of fun features that I've never seen before.

Cons:

- Worth keeping in mind when looking around that you'll have to put down an above average deposit if you choose to go with your own credit card insurance (over 2,500gbp). If you choose to go with one of their options for insurance it will add a couple hundred to your bill. So if you think this is the more inexpensive option, you may be wrong with all the extras you'll have to get. -Make sure on pick up to take pictures of everything (even scratches and dents under 4cm or whatever they suggest) We were asked on drop off if we had a picture of a dent that we were told we didn't have to document on pickup. Luckily we had figured as much and had video/pics of it. -They had the tank filled just over half which I thought was odd, usually rental cars start with a full tank but that could just be my preference.

Easirent

5,3

Fair

Read 12 reviews

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.3

Value for money

5.4

2 locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

Locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

35 McFarlane Street

Opening times not available

C/o Ramada Hotel

+44 141 611 7100

Monday	08:00 - 20:00
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Hertz

4,6

Mediocre

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.0

Value for money

4.6

One location in Glasgow Intl Airport

Locations in Glasgow Intl Airport

Car Hire Building

+44 843 309 3031

Monday	08:00 - 20:00
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keddy by Europcar

2,0

Poor