Northern Ireland

Cheap Car Hire in Northern Ireland from R489

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 6/7 and drop-off date of 20/7. 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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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 22 June 2026.

Most popular company

Sixt

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R813

Cheapest price per day

R489

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 22 June 2026.

There are currently 4 256 hire locations operating in Northern Ireland spread across 135 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Northern Ireland is small car at R489 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Standard

Standard

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 508+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

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 R694. Data was last updated on 22 June 2026.
Renault ClioR489/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Clio
Honda JazzR525/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Daihatsu TeriosR536/day
4
M
A/C
Daihatsu Terios

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 R509, which is about 1 301% 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). National (rated 8.9/10) 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 R443 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R837. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R443

February

R443

March

R509

April

R640

May

R689

June

R607

July

R837

August

R771

September

R542

October

R509

November

R460

December

R689

What car do most people hire in Northern Ireland?

Economy cars (Citroen C3, for example) are the most popular in Northern Ireland. Compact (Citroen C4) and Intermediate (Kia Sportage) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Northern Ireland.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Northern Ireland?

Avis has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. CAUSEWAY has the second-highest number of locations in Northern Ireland at 1.

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 22 June 2026.

DRIVALIA

3 locations

National

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,9

Pick-up/drop-off

9,1

Value

8,3

Avis

2 locations

Budget

2 locations

Europcar

4 locations

Hertz

5 locations

Easirent

4 locations

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,0

Overall

3,7

Pick-up/drop-off

4,1

Value

3,7

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 22 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Northern Ireland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R813/day when booking a car hire in Northern Ireland. The absolute best deal a user found was for R519/day from Budget, booked on Jun. 20.

  • 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 R4 125 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 48% 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 R17 680 a month or R589 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 22 June 2026.

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 (R40+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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