Northern Ireland

Cheap Car Hire in Northern Ireland

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Northern Ireland car hires in 2026

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 12 February 2026.

Most common car type

Mini

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 37 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R508, which is about 1 331% cheaper than the typical rate.

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 DRIVALIA (rated 10.0/10). Alamo (rated 10.0/10) 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 R429 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R858. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R429

February

R429

March

R429

April

R556

May

R588

June

R588

July

R858

August

R762

September

R524

October

R492

November

R445

December

R667

What car do most people hire in Northern Ireland?

Mini cars (Hyundai i10, for example) are the most popular in Northern Ireland. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa) and Compact (Ford Focus) 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 12 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in Northern Ireland at 11.

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 12 February 2026.

DRIVALIA

3 locations

Alamo

3 locations

Dollar

5 locations

National

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,9

Pick-up/drop-off

9,1

Value

8,3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10 locations

Sixt

5 locations

Budget

3 locations

Avis

3 locations

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 12 February 2026.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Northern Ireland for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt offers hire cars in Northern Ireland for about R3 993 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.

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