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Cheap Car Hire in Edinburgh from R370
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 Edinburgh with a pick-up date of 25/11 and drop-off date of 2/12. 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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Edinburgh car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Edinburgh. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 October 2025.
Most popular company | ARNOLDCLARK |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | R30,99 |
Average price per day | R776 |
Cheapest price per day | R370 |
Popular car types in Edinburgh
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Edinburgh and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 October 2025.
There are currently 104 hire locations operating in Edinburgh spread across 35 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Edinburgh is small car at R370 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R370+
Compact
R419+
Intermediate
R539+
Mini
R371+
Premium
R780+
Luxury
R946+
Compact SUV
R372+
Intermediate SUV
R501+
Compare car hire deals in Edinburgh by type
Here are the best Edinburgh small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Edinburgh medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Edinburgh large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Edinburgh SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Edinburgh luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
GWM Ora Good CatR370/day
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Chevrolet SparkR371/day
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A/C
Citroen C3R390/day
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A/C
Best car hire deals found in Edinburgh
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Edinburgh. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Edinburgh with an average daily rate of R510. Data was last updated on 28 October 2025.
GWM Ora Good CatR370/day
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Chevrolet SparkR371/day
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A/C
Toyota Corolla CrossR372/day
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Cheapflights insights for Edinburgh car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Edinburgh, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Edinburgh?
Book your car hire in Edinburgh 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R602/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 258% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Edinburgh?
Looking to hire a car in Edinburgh? DRIVALIA had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R246,49/day. GREEN MOTION also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R267,31/day.
What is the best car rental company in Edinburgh?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Edinburgh is Arnold Clark (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). National (rated 10.0/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Arnold Clark
10.0
National
10.0
Avis
9.1
Alamo
8.6
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Edinburgh?
Planning to hire a car in Edinburgh? February is the cheapest month, costing about R482 per day. In contrast, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R981. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R534
February
R482
March
R602
April
R981
May
R964
June
R826
July
R929
August
R929
September
R723
October
R654
November
R585
December
R947
Which car hire company has the most locations in Edinburgh?
Sunnycars has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Edinburgh at 8.
Top rental agencies in Edinburgh
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Edinburgh known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Edinburgh. Reviews were last updated on 28 October 2025.
Arnold Clark
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
10,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
8,0
Value
10,0
National
4 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9,7
Comfort
10,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
9,7
Value
9,1
Avis
4 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9,6
Comfort
9,3
Overall
9,1
Pick-up/drop-off
9,5
Value
9,0
Alamo
12 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,8
Comfort
8,8
Overall
8,6
Pick-up/drop-off
8,4
Value
7,9
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
18 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9,0
Comfort
8,7
Overall
7,9
Pick-up/drop-off
7,6
Value
7,6
Budget
9 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,6
Comfort
8,0
Overall
7,4
Pick-up/drop-off
7,6
Value
7,4
Sixt
18 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,7
Comfort
8,3
Overall
7,4
Pick-up/drop-off
7,4
Value
6,6
keddy by Europcar
2 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6,6
Comfort
6,6
Overall
6,6
Pick-up/drop-off
6,6
Value
6,6
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Edinburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 October 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R776/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for R465/day from DRIVALIA , booked on Oct. 26.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Edinburgh for a week from Arnold Clark?
Arnold Clark is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Edinburgh. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R7 039 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Edinburgh?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Edinburgh.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Edinburgh for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Edinburgh can be found for about R30 167, with the average price for a rental being around R1 006 a day. Book with DRIVALIA , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 76% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Edinburgh.
How much is a car hire in Edinburgh for a weekend?
For a weekend car hire in Edinburgh, you can expect the average price to be around R974. Usually a Mini hire in Edinburgh is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Mini for November, it will cost approximately R490 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Edinburgh
Browse car hires by fuel type in Edinburgh. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Edinburgh. Deals were last updated on 28 October 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Edinburgh. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R18+).
Electric
R18+
Hybrid
R28+
Petrol/Diesel
R32+
Travelling to a place near Edinburgh?
Hire a car at Edinburgh if you plan to visit one of these locationsSt. Andrews
Livingston
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