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Cheap Car Hire in Northern Ireland from R571

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 14 May 2024.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R490

Cheapest price per day

R571

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 14 May 2024.

January

R477

February

R495

March

R624

April

R606

May

R716

June

R697

July

R918

August

R1 010

September

R679

October

R642

November

R532

December

R661

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 14 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 R912 a day. Below is the current available car type for hire, along with estimated starting prices:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

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 14 May 2024.

Small cars

R257 - R1 269

All Car Types

R257 - R1 451

To hire a small car in Northern Ireland, you would pay an average price of R665/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Northern Ireland (~R257/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R1 269/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:

Toyota Corolla QuestR912/day
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A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 14 May 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0
Wonderful
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

9,5

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,5

Alamo

10,0
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,0

Sixt

7,4
Good
23 reviews5 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 reviews3 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

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

8,0

Easirent

4,6
Mediocre
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

7,3

Overall

4,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

4,0

Avis

4,5
Mediocre
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

4,5

Pick-up/drop-off

2,5

Value

4,5

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 R912. Data was last updated on 14 May 2024.
Toyota Corolla QuestR912/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 14 May 2024.
  • 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), Alamo (8,9 rating) and National (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 R34,17/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 537 and R2 221 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 430 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.

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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 R751 per day. Price data was last updated on 14 May 2024.
Suzuki CelerioR571/day
2
M
Suzuki Celerio
Suzuki CelerioR571/day
2
M
Suzuki Celerio
Suzuki CelerioR677/day
2
M
A/C
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 14 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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