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Cheap Car Hire in Belfast from R486

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 Belfast with a pick-up date of 17/6 and drop-off date of 24/6. 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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Belfast car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Belfast. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 June 2025.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

R31,54

Average price per day

R847

Cheapest price per day

R486

Popular car types in Belfast

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Belfast and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 11 June 2025.

At R486/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Belfast in the past week. Out of 25 car hire agencies operating in Belfast, there are, in total, 77 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

R1 005+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 041+

Premium

Premium

R1 145+

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 532+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 272+

Compare car hire deals in Belfast by type

Here are the best Belfast small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki Swift DzireR486/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift Dzire
Ford FiestaR546/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Toyota Corolla QuestR649/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Best car hire deals found in Belfast

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Belfast. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Belfast with an average daily rate of R843. Data was last updated on 11 June 2025.
Peruse the best Belfast car hire deals we've found. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Suzuki Swift DzireR486/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift Dzire
Volkswagen T-CrossR514/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen T-Cross
Ford FiestaR546/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Cheapflights insights for Belfast car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Belfast, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Belfast?

For the best savings on car hire in Belfast, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R514/day – about 1 431% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Belfast?

In Belfast, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just R403,89/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is DRIVALIA , with rates starting at R572,35/day.

What is the best car rental company in Belfast?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Belfast is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10 with 3 reviews). Dollar (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Belfast?

At Belfast, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R443. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging R779 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Belfast, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R443. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging R779 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

R443

February

R478

March

R478

April

R620

May

R655

June

R620

July

R744

August

R779

September

R567

October

R567

November

R496

December

R673

What car do most people hire in Belfast?

Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Belfast. Mini cars (Peugeot 107 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Peugeot 3008 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Belfast?

Both keddy by Europcar and Sunnycars have 8 locations in Belfast, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Belfast

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Belfast known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Belfast. Reviews were last updated on 11 June 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Belfast, such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar and DRIVALIA . Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0
Wonderful
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

9,5

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,5

Dollar

4 locations

DRIVALIA

3 locations

Alamo

10,0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,0

National

2 locations

Sixt

7,4
Good
18 reviews5 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

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

8,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Belfast, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Belfast?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R847/day when booking a car hire in Belfast. The absolute best deal a user found was for R617/day from Budget, booked on Jun. 8.

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

    Budget offers hire cars in Belfast for about R6 142 per week on average.

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

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

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

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Belfast can be found for R26 321. You can find car hire deals to be on average R877 a day.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Belfast is R0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Belfast. For the month of July, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Belfast for as low as R0/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Belfast

Browse car hires by fuel type in Belfast. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Belfast. Deals were last updated on 11 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Belfast. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R38+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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