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Cheap Car Hire in Cork, Ireland from R303

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 8/7 and drop-off date of 18/7. 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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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 1 July 2025.

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: R303/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Cork hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Mini

Mini

Luxury

Luxury

R1 469+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car hire deals in Cork, Ireland by type

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

Here are the best Cork SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20R303/day
2
M
Hyundai i20
Kia PicantoR383/day
2
M
Kia Picanto
Citroen C3 AircrossR635/day
2
2
5
M
Citroen C3 Aircross

Best car hire deals found in Cork

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 R718. Data was last updated on 1 July 2025.
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.
Hyundai i20R303/day
2
M
Hyundai i20
Kia PicantoR383/day
2
M
Kia Picanto
Toyota CorollaR484/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Cheapflights insights for Cork car hires

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in Cork, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R390/day – about 1 297% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Cork?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Cork is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). Alamo (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Cork, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R266. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging R887 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 Cork, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R266. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging R887 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

R266

February

R266

March

R373

April

R568

May

R639

June

R532

July

R710

August

R887

September

R479

October

R355

November

R302

December

R568

What car do most people hire in Cork?

Economy cars (Ford Fiesta, for example) are the most popular in Cork. Compact (Ford Focus Sedan) and Mini (Ford Ka) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Cork.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cork?

In Cork, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, and Sunnycars have 3 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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 1 July 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Cork area such as Thrifty, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. 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

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

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

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

Europcar

6,8
Okay
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,8

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 1 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cork for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in Cork, offering car hire for around R1 498 per week on average.

  • 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 August, prices are R492 per day on average.

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 1 July 2025.

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 (R24+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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