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Cheap Car Hire in Northern Ireland

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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 19 December 2024.

Most common car type

Economy

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 19 December 2024.

January

R452

February

R471

March

R616

April

R597

May

R634

June

R634

July

R742

August

R797

September

R579

October

R579

November

R507

December

R652

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.

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 19 December 2024.

Small cars

R253 - R1 241

All Car Types

R253 - R1 432

To hire a small car in Northern Ireland, you would pay an average price of R557/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Northern Ireland (~R253/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R1 241/day). In fact, February is about 55% 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 10% 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.

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 19 December 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0
Wonderful
3 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

9,5

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,5

Dollar

10,0
Wonderful
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Alamo

10,0
Wonderful
2 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
18 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

7,0

Budget

7,2
Good
26 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

6,5

Firefly

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

8,0

Europcar

6,0
Okay
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

5,3

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

6,0

Avis

6,0
Okay
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

4,6

Value

6,0

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 19 December 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Northern Ireland?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, U-Save (10,0 rating), Arnold Clark (9,6 rating) and Alamo (8,7 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 R31,53/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 419 and R2 049 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Alamo offers hire cars in Northern Ireland for about R14 201 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 38% 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.

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