Cork

Cheap Car Hire in Cork, Ireland

Cork, Ireland
May 2 — May 9
Driver's age: 26-65
Cork, Ireland
Thu 2/5
Noon
Thu 9/5
Noon

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 25 April 2024.

January

R344

February

R287

March

R613

April

R479

May

R919

June

R843

July

R1 073

August

R1 245

September

R670

October

R479

November

R402

December

R613

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.

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 25 April 2024.

Small cars

R158 - R1 837

All Car Types

R158 - R2 093

To hire a small car in Cork, Ireland, you would pay an average price of R824/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cork, Ireland (~R158/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 837/day). In fact, February is about 81% 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 24% 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.

To hire a medium car in Cork, Ireland, you would pay an average price of R843/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cork, Ireland (~R939/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R2 529/day). In fact, January is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Cork. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cork, renting a medium car saves you 22% 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 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 25 April 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Cork area such as CARHIRE.ie, Hertz and keddy by Europcar. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

CARHIRE.ie

9,6
Wonderful
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

8,0

Hertz

9,0
Wonderful
2 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

9,5

Comfort

9,5

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,5

Value

8,5

keddy by Europcar

2 locations
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Alamo

8,8
Very Good
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0
Very Good
2 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,6

Avis

8,0
Very Good
5 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,4

Value

7,5

FLIZZR

1 location
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Easirent

6,5
Okay
8 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,2

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,5

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 25 April 2024.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10,0 rating), CARHIRE.ie (9,6 rating) and Hertz (9,0 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 R35,65/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 604 and R2 317 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Cork, offering car hire for around R5 581 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 53%. 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Cork?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Economy (Ford Fiesta) in Cork, making it the most popular option.

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