Cheap Car Hire in Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland 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.
Northern Ireland car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Northern Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 June 2025.
Most popular company | Budget |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R847 |
Cheapest price per day | R486 |
Popular car types in Northern Ireland
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Northern Ireland 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.
There are currently 3 917 hire locations operating in Northern Ireland spread across 81 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Northern Ireland is small car at R486 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R546+
Compact
R486+
Intermediate
R844+
People carrier
R1 005+
Full-size SUV
R1 041+
Premium
R1 145+
Passenger van
R1 532+
Luxury
R1 272+
Compact SUV
R514+
Intermediate SUV
R669+
Compare car hire deals in Northern Ireland by type
Here are the best Northern Ireland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Best car hire deals found in Northern Ireland
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Northern Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Northern Ireland with an average daily rate of R843. Data was last updated on 11 June 2025.
Cheapflights insights for Northern Ireland car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Northern Ireland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Northern Ireland?
To get the best deal on car hire in Northern Ireland, book about 25 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R469, which is about 1 316% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Northern Ireland?
Looking to hire a car in Northern Ireland? Budget had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R403,89/day. DRIVALIA also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R572,35/day.
What is the best car rental company in Northern Ireland?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Northern Ireland is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10 with 3 reviews). Dollar (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Northern Ireland?
Planning to hire a car in Northern Ireland? January is the cheapest month, costing about R390 per day. In contrast, October is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R877. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R390
February
R461
March
R461
April
R576
May
R620
June
R531
July
R744
August
R815
September
R540
October
R877
November
R461
December
R567
What car do most people hire in Northern Ireland?
Economy cars (Opel Corsa, for example) are the most popular in Northern Ireland. Mini (Peugeot 107) and SUV (Peugeot 3008) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Northern Ireland.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Northern Ireland?
keddy by Europcar has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Northern Ireland at 8.
Top rental agencies in Northern Ireland
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Northern Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Northern Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 11 June 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Northern Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 June 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Northern Ireland?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R847/day when booking a car hire in Northern Ireland. 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 Northern Ireland for a week from Budget?
Budget offers hire cars in Northern Ireland for about R6 142 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Northern Ireland?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Northern Ireland for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Northern Ireland for a month?
Our recent data shows that Budget can potentially be 54% below the average car hire price in Northern Ireland. Check prices and availability for Budget and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Northern Ireland is on average R26 321 a month or R877 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Northern Ireland car hire.
Car hires by fuel type in Northern Ireland
Browse car hires by fuel type in Northern Ireland. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Northern Ireland. Deals were last updated on 11 June 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Northern Ireland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R38+).
Electric
R45+
Hybrid
R51+
Petrol/Diesel
R38+