Edinburgh

Cheap Car Hire in Edinburgh from £21

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Edinburgh with a pick-up date of 29/7 and drop-off date of 6/8. 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.
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
4 May — 11 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Edinburgh car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Edinburgh. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of gas per litre

£1.48

Average price per day

£40

Cheapest price per day

£21

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Edinburgh 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 27 April 2024.

January

£24

February

£23

March

£35

April

£40

May

£53

June

£48

July

£56

August

£52

September

£39

October

£32

November

£25

December

£36

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Edinburgh is February. 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.

Popular car types in Edinburgh

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Edinburgh and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

At £21/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Edinburgh in the past week. Out of 34 car hire agencies operating in Edinburgh, there are, in total, 99 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Edinburgh

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Edinburgh to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Small cars

£22 - £45

All Car Types

£40 - £107

To hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £34/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£22/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£45/day). In fact, January is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a small car saves you 48% 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 Edinburgh small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £67/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£51/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£84/day). In fact, January is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a medium car is 3% 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 Edinburgh medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £104/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£73/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£176/day). In fact, January is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a large car is 38% 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 Edinburgh large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £59/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£45/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£75/day). In fact, January is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a SUV saves you 10% 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 Edinburgh SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £126/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£86/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£216/day). In fact, November is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a van is 49% 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.

To hire a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £131/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£85/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£216/day). In fact, November is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a luxury car is 51% 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 Edinburgh luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £245/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£100/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£515/day). In fact, March is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a convertible is 74% 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.

Volkswagen Polo£21/day
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A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Kia Rio£21/day
2
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A/C
Kia Rio
Toyota Aygo£22/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Aygo

Top hire agencies in Edinburgh

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Edinburgh known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Edinburgh. Reviews were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Edinburgh, including Hertz, Arnold Clark and National. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Hertz

5.6
Fair
42 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.2

Arnold Clark

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

10.0

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.3

Avis

8.8
Very Good
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.7

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
8 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
25 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.4

Budget

7.6
Good
24 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.3

Sixt

7.3
Good
23 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.6

Best Edinburgh car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Edinburgh. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Edinburgh with an average daily rate of £34. Data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Edinburgh. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Volkswagen Polo£21/day
2
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A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Kia Rio£21/day
2
4
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A/C
Kia Rio
Toyota Aygo£22/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Aygo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Edinburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £40/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for £13/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Apr. 21.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Edinburgh?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Edinburgh from the following companies over the past two weeks: Enterprise Rent-A-Car (£21/day), DRIVALIA (£22/day), and Sixt (£25/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Arnold Clark (10.0 rating), National (10.0 rating) and Alamo (9.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Edinburgh.

  • What are petrol prices like in Edinburgh?

    The average price of petrol in Edinburgh is £1.48/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £67 and £96 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Edinburgh for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

    GREEN MOTION is one of the most popular car hire companies in Edinburgh, offering car hire for around £215 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Edinburgh 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 44% on your car hire. For a below average price in Edinburgh, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

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

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

    You can potentially save up to 72% on a month-long rental by booking with GREEN MOTION . GREEN MOTION is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Edinburgh can cost you on average £922 a month or £31 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Edinburgh for a weekend?

    £57 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Edinburgh, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Edinburgh, then opt for a Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of May, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as £49/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Economy (Volkswagen Polo) in Edinburgh, making it the most popular option.

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Small car hires in Edinburgh

Find small car hire deals in Edinburgh from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Edinburgh cost an average of £24 per day. Price data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Fiat Panda£22/day
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Fiat Panda
Fiat Panda£22/day
2
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Fiat Panda
Kia Picanto£22/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto

Car hires by fuel type in Edinburgh

Browse car hires by fuel type in Edinburgh. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Edinburgh. Deals were last updated on 27 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Edinburgh. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£26+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Airport car hires in Edinburgh
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