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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Belfast?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Belfast 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 26 April 2025.

January

R469

February

R506

March

R506

April

R600

May

R657

June

R638

July

R769

August

R825

September

R600

October

R600

November

R525

December

R713

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Belfast 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Belfast

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Belfast to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2025.

Small cars

R270 - R846

All Car Types

R270 - R1 118

To hire a small car in Belfast, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R553/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Belfast, the United Kingdom (~R270/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R846/day). In fact, December is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Belfast. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Belfast, renting a small car saves you 14% 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.

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Belfast, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Belfast?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (10,0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10,0 rating) and Sixt (7,4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Belfast.

  • What are petrol prices like in Belfast?

    The average price of petrol in Belfast is R32,67/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 470 and R2 123 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Belfast for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers hire cars in Belfast for about R3 558 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 40% in Belfast - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Belfast?

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

  • What car do most people hire in Belfast?

    Opel Corsa, which is a Economy vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Belfast according to Cheapflights users.

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