Northern Ireland

Cheap Car Hire in Northern Ireland

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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 17 November 2025.

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 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R546, which is about 1 471% 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 R427 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R922. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R427

February

R461

March

R461

April

R597

May

R631

June

R631

July

R922

August

R819

September

R563

October

R546

November

R444

December

R614

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 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car 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 17 November 2025.

DRIVALIA

3 locations

Alamo

3 locations

Dollar

5 locations

National

3 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8 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 17 November 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Northern Ireland for a week from Avis?

    Avis offers hire cars in Northern Ireland for about R6 437 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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