
Cheap Car Rentals in Ireland from $31
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 Ireland with a pick-up date of 30/3 and drop-off date of 1/4. 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.
Ireland car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 March 2025.
Most popular company | Easirent |
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Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | $60 |
Cheapest price per day | $31 |
Ireland car rental prices in popular cities
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Ireland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 176 pickup locations in Ireland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 March 2025.
Price | $41 - $57 |
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Ireland?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in 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 3 March 2025.
January
$28
February
$25
March
$42
April
$39
May
$58
June
$50
July
$67
August
$78
September
$48
October
$37
November
$30
December
$55
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Ireland is February. 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.
Popular car types in Ireland
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Ireland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 3 March 2025.
There are, in total, 291 car hire locations in Ireland that are operated by 33 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $31/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Ireland hire providers:
Compare available car types for rental in Ireland
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in 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 3 March 2025.
Small cars | $25 - $75 | |
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All Car Types | $27 - $151 |
To hire a small car in Ireland, you would pay an average price of $56/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Ireland (~$25/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$75/day). In fact, February is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ireland, hiring a small car saves you 30% 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. Here are the best Ireland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Ireland, you would pay an average price of $94/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Ireland (~$32/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$211/day). In fact, February is about 67% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ireland, hiring a medium car is 16% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Ireland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Ireland, you would pay an average price of $152/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Ireland (~$90/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$293/day). In fact, December is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ireland, hiring a large car is 48% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Ireland large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Ireland, you would pay an average price of $79/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Ireland (~$33/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$108/day). In fact, February is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ireland, hiring a SUV saves you 2% 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. Here are the best Ireland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Ireland, you would pay an average price of $174/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Ireland (~$114/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$694/day). In fact, September is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ireland, hiring a van is 55% more expensive. 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 Ireland
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 3 March 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Ireland, including those serving the greater Dublin, Cork and Galway area. Helpful information on each car rental agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.
keddy by Europcar
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Sunnycars
Europcar
Hertz
CARHIRE.ie
Dollar
Thrifty
Best Ireland car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Ireland with an average daily rate of $71. Data was last updated on 3 March 2025.
We've found these great deals on car rentals in Ireland, including options within the Dublin, Cork and Galway area. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 March 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Ireland?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Fox (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.3 rating) and keddy by Europcar (9.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Ireland.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Ireland?
With an average price of $72/day, Budget is the most popular car hire provider in Ireland, booking 120% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Ireland?
At $36/day, the cheapest car rental price in Ireland was found in Dublin. On average, Shannon has the cheapest daily rental car price ($57/day), which is 8% below average price for cities in Ireland.
What side of the road do you drive on in Ireland?
In Ireland, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.
Car rentals by fuel type in Ireland
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Ireland. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Ireland. Deals were last updated on 3 March 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Ireland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($21+).