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Reykjavik car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Reykjavik. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 December 2024.

Most popular company

FAIRCAR

Price of petrol per litre

$3.89

Average price per day

$130

Cheapest price per day

$56

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Reykjavik?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Reykjavik 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 18 December 2024.

January

$69

February

$78

March

$79

April

$71

May

$79

June

$119

July

$144

August

$133

September

$95

October

$74

November

$76

December

$81

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Reykjavik is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 Reykjavik

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Reykjavik to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 December 2024.

Small cars

$71 - $182

All Car Types

$66 - $175

To hire a small car in Reykjavik, Iceland, you would pay an average price of $99/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Reykjavik, Iceland (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$182/day). In fact, November is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Reykjavik. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reykjavik, hiring a small car saves you 5% 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.

To hire a medium car in Reykjavik, Iceland, you would pay an average price of $83/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Reykjavik, Iceland (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$161/day). In fact, December is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Reykjavik. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reykjavik, hiring a medium car saves you 20% 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.

To hire a SUV in Reykjavik, Iceland, you would pay an average price of $95/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Reykjavik, Iceland (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$163/day). In fact, January is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Reykjavik. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reykjavik, hiring a SUV saves you 8% 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 Reykjavik

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Reykjavik known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Reykjavik. Reviews were last updated on 18 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Reykjavik, including Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and GREEN MOTION . Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Reykjavik, including Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and GREEN MOTION .

Europcar

9.6
Wonderful
11 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.3
Wonderful
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.6

GREEN MOTION

8.4
Very Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

9.5

Budget

7.5
Good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

7.5

Dollar

7.3
Good
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

Alamo

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Ice Rental 4x4

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

4.0

Avis

5.0
Fair
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

4.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

3.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Reykjavik, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Reykjavik?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $130/day when booking a car hire in Reykjavik. The absolute best deal a user found was for $56/day from Wheego, booked on Dec. 16.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Reykjavik?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Ice Rental Cars (10.0 rating), Europcar (9.6 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Reykjavik.

  • What are petrol prices like in Reykjavik?

    The average price of petrol in Reykjavik is $3.89/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $175 and $253 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Reykjavik for a week from Fair Car?

    Fair Car offers hire cars in Reykjavik for about $412 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 32%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Reykjavik.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Reykjavik?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Reykjavik however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Reykjavik for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 9% on a month-long rental by booking with Wheego. Wheego is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Reykjavik can cost you on average $1,764 a month or $59 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • What car do most people hire in Reykjavik?

    The most popular car to hire while in Reykjavik is the Mazda CX-30, which is a Compact vehicle.

Car rentals by fuel type in Reykjavik

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Reykjavik. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Reykjavik. Deals were last updated on 18 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Reykjavik. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($68+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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