Cheap Car Hire in Ireland 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 Ireland with a pick-up date of 28/5 and drop-off date of 5/6. 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.
Ireland car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 May 2025.
Most popular company | Easirent |
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Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R495 |
Cheapest price per day | R370 |
Cheapest time to rent a car in Ireland
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in 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 21 May 2025.
January
R287
February
R269
March
R359
April
R575
May
R611
June
R557
July
R719
August
R827
September
R485
October
R359
November
R305
December
R539
Popular car types in Ireland
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Ireland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 May 2025.
There are currently 296 hire locations operating in Ireland spread across 33 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Ireland is small car at R370 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R370+
Compact
R420+
Standard
R886+
People carrier
R1 343+
Premium
R1 377+
Luxury
R1 605+
Compact SUV
R474+
Intermediate SUV
R537+
Compare available car types for rental in Ireland
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in 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 21 May 2025.
Small cars | R273 - R806 | |
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All Car Types | R384 - R1 291 |
To hire a small car in Ireland, you would pay an average price of R514/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Ireland (~R273/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R806/day). In fact, January is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ireland, renting a small car saves you 34% 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 Ireland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Ireland, you would pay an average price of R875/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Ireland (~R382/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 444/day). In fact, February is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ireland, renting a medium car is 12% more expensive. 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 Ireland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Ireland, you would pay an average price of R2 154/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Ireland (~R718/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R5 302/day). In fact, January is about 67% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ireland, renting a large car is 65% more expensive. 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 Ireland large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Ireland, you would pay an average price of R897/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Ireland (~R411/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 734/day). In fact, November is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ireland, renting a SUV is 14% more expensive. 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 Ireland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Ireland, you would pay an average price of R1 030/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a van in Ireland (~R761/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R3 017/day). In fact, January is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ireland, renting a van is 25% more expensive. 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 Ireland van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Ireland
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 21 May 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hiring agencies in Ireland, including pickup locations serving Dublin, Cork and Galway. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.
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Best car hire deals found in Ireland
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Ireland with an average daily rate of R787. Data was last updated on 21 May 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car hires in Ireland, including options within a close proximity to Dublin, Cork and Galway. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 May 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Ireland?
When hiring a car in Ireland, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Sixt, and with prices around R596/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Sixt is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R369/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Ireland?
At R508/day, it is 0% cheaper on average to rent a car in Dublin than any other city in Ireland. The cheapest price found in Ireland was for R322/day in Dublin.
What side of the road do you drive on in Ireland?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Ireland.
Car hires by fuel type in Ireland
Browse car hires by fuel type in Ireland. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Ireland. Deals were last updated on 21 May 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Ireland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R22+).
Electric
R27+
Hybrid
R35+
Petrol/Diesel
R22+