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Cheap Car Hire in Cork, Ireland from R577

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Cork with a pick-up date of 27/12 and drop-off date of 2/1. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Cork?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cork, 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 21 November 2024.

January

R307

February

R253

March

R560

April

R379

May

R669

June

R524

July

R723

August

R868

September

R488

October

R361

November

R325

December

R615

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cork is February. 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 Cork, Ireland

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Cork, Ireland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

There are, in total, 33 car hire locations in Cork that are operated by 23 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R577/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Cork hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 043+

Standard

Standard

R1 072+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 651+

Mini

Mini

Luxury

Luxury

R1 826+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compare available car types for rental in Cork, Ireland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Cork, 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 21 November 2024.

Small cars

R149 - R858

All Car Types

R149 - R1 003

To hire a small car in Cork, Ireland, you would pay an average price of R471/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cork, Ireland (~R149/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R858/day). In fact, February is about 69% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cork. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cork, renting a small car saves you 6% 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 Cork small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Cork, Ireland, you would pay an average price of R312/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cork, Ireland (~R428/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R1 041/day). In fact, November is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cork. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cork, renting a SUV saves you 38% 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 Cork SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen PoloR577/day
2
M
Volkswagen Polo

Top rental agencies in Cork, Ireland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cork, Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Cork, Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Cork area such as Thrifty, Alamo and keddy by Europcar. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Thrifty

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Alamo

10,0
Wonderful
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,6

FLIZZR

1 location

Hertz

7,5
Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,5

Comfort

9,5

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,0

Budget

7,0
Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

Avis

6,8
Okay
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,4

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

6,4

Best Cork, Ireland car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Cork, Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Cork, Ireland with an average daily rate of R1 057. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
The best prices on car hires in Cork we've found at this time. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Volkswagen PoloR577/day
2
M
Volkswagen Polo
Ford EcoSportR714/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 043/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cork, Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Cork?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Cork from the following companies over the past two weeks: CARHIRE.ie (R577/day), Easirent (R577/day), and Alamo (R714/day).

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

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

  • What are petrol prices like in Cork?

    The average price of petrol in Cork is R33,84/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 523 and R2 199 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cork for a week from Easirent?

    Easirent is one of the most popular car hire companies in Cork, offering car hire for around R3 333 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 55%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Cork.

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

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

  • How much is a car hire in Cork for a weekend?

    It costs R0 for a weekend car hire in Cork, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Cork in December, prices are R0 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Cork?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Compact (Volkswagen T-Cross) in Cork, making it the most popular option.

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Van hires in Cork, Ireland

Find people carrier hire deals in Cork, Ireland from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Cork, Ireland cost an average of R2 412 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for hirin a van in the Cork area. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Suzuki ErtigaR1 538/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR1 587/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR1 673/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga

Car hires by fuel type in Cork, Ireland

Browse car hires by fuel type in Cork, Ireland. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Cork, Ireland. Deals were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Cork, Ireland. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R36+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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