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Cheap Car Hire in Northern Ireland from R473

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Northern Ireland with a pick-up date of 14/6 and drop-off date of 16/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Northern Ireland car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Northern Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R486

Cheapest price per day

R473

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Northern Ireland?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Northern Ireland and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

January

R473

February

R492

March

R619

April

R601

May

R710

June

R692

July

R911

August

R1 002

September

R674

October

R637

November

R528

December

R656

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Northern Ireland is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Northern Ireland

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Northern Ireland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

There are currently 3 645 hire locations operating in Northern Ireland spread across 62 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Northern Ireland is small car at R473 a day. Below are all the 2 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Mini

Mini

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Northern Ireland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Northern Ireland to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Small cars

R255 - R1 259

All Car Types

R255 - R1 440

To hire a small car in Northern Ireland, you would pay an average price of R660/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Northern Ireland (~R255/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R1 259/day). In fact, February is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Northern Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Northern Ireland, renting a small car saves you 7% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Northern Ireland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Ford FiestaR473/day
2
M
Ford Fiesta

Top rental agencies in Northern Ireland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Northern Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Northern Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 16 May 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0
Wonderful
6 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

9,5

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,5

Alamo

10,0
Wonderful
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,3

Sixt

7,4
Good
23 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

7,1

Europcar

7,3
Good
2 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

6,6

Budget

7,2
Good
29 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,4

Firefly

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

8,0

Avis

5,2
Fair
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,2

Pick-up/drop-off

3,6

Value

5,2

Easirent

4,6
Mediocre
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

7,3

Overall

4,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

4,0

Best Northern Ireland car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Northern Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Northern Ireland with an average daily rate of R719. Data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Ford FiestaR473/day
2
M
Ford Fiesta
Volkswagen PoloR687/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Nissan AlmeraR725/day
2
M
Nissan Almera

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Northern Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 May 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Northern Ireland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R486/day when booking a car hire in Northern Ireland. The absolute best deal a user found was for R458/day from Budget, booked on May 12.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Northern Ireland?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Northern Ireland from the following companies over the past two weeks: Avis (R687/day), Budget (R725/day), and Sixt (R762/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Northern Ireland?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Arnold Clark (9,6 rating), National (8,8 rating) and Alamo (8,8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Northern Ireland.

  • What are petrol prices like in Northern Ireland?

    The average price of petrol in Northern Ireland is R34,08/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 533 and R2 215 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Northern Ireland for a week from Budget?

    Budget offers hire cars in Northern Ireland for about R3 403 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Northern Ireland for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 42% on your car hire. For a below average price in Northern Ireland, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Northern Ireland?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Northern Ireland for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Northern Ireland for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Budget can potentially be 8% below the average car hire price in Northern Ireland. Check prices and availability for Budget and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Northern Ireland is on average R14 585 a month or R486 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Northern Ireland car hire.

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Small car hires in Northern Ireland

Find small car hire deals in Northern Ireland from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Northern Ireland cost an average of R903 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Suzuki CelerioR569/day
2
M
Suzuki Celerio
Suzuki CelerioR569/day
2
M
Suzuki Celerio
Suzuki CelerioR571/day
2
M
Suzuki Celerio

Car hires by fuel type in Northern Ireland

Browse car hires by fuel type in Northern Ireland. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Northern Ireland. Deals were last updated on 16 May 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Northern Ireland. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R46+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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