Northern Ireland

Cheap Car Hire in Northern Ireland

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
May 2 — May 9
Driver's age: 26-65
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Thu 2/5
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Thu 9/5
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Northern Ireland car hires in 2024

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 25 April 2024.

Most common car type

Economy

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Northern Ireland?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Northern 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 25 April 2024.

January

R498

February

R517

March

R651

April

R709

May

R823

June

R747

July

R977

August

R1 073

September

R728

October

R670

November

R555

December

R689

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Northern Ireland is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Northern Ireland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Northern 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 25 April 2024.

Small cars

R268 - R1 324

All Car Types

R268 - R1 514

To hire a small car in Northern Ireland, you would pay an average price of R711/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Northern Ireland (~R268/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R1 324/day). In fact, February is about 63% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Northern Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Northern Ireland, renting a small car saves you 7% 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.

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 25 April 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0
Wonderful
6 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

9,5

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,5

Alamo

10,0
Wonderful
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,3

Sixt

7,3
Good
23 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

7,0

Europcar

7,3
Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

6,6

Budget

7,2
Good
29 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,4

Firefly

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

8,0

Avis

5,2
Fair
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,2

Pick-up/drop-off

3,6

Value

5,2

Easirent

4,6
Mediocre
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

7,3

Overall

4,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

4,0

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 25 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Northern Ireland?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10,0 rating), Arnold Clark (9,6 rating) and Alamo (8,9 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Northern Ireland.

  • What are petrol prices like in Northern Ireland?

    The average price of petrol in Northern Ireland is R35,46/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 595 and R2 304 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Northern Ireland for a week from keddy by Europcar?

    keddy by Europcar offers hire cars in Northern Ireland for about R3 870 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Northern Ireland for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 42% on your car hire. For a below average price in Northern Ireland, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • 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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