Belfast Intl Airport car hires in 2023
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Belfast Intl Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 November 2023.
Popular car types in Belfast Intl Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Belfast Intl Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 29 November 2023.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire at Belfast Intl Airport this past week from 68 hire locations out of 24 hire agencies. Prices for a Belfast Intl Airport small car hire start from £12/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
£12+
Compact
£14+
Intermediate
£22+
People carrier
£37+
Full-size SUV
£51+
Mini
£11+
Passenger van
£36+
Intermediate SUV
£22+
Economy
£12+
Compact
£14+
Intermediate
£22+
People carrier
£37+
Full-size SUV
£51+
Mini
£11+
Passenger van
£36+
Intermediate SUV
£22+
Economy
£12+
Compact
£14+
Intermediate
£22+
People carrier
£37+
Full-size SUV
£51+
Mini
£11+
Passenger van
£36+
Intermediate SUV
£22+
Compare available car types for hire in Belfast Intl Airport
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Belfast Intl Airport to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 November 2023.
Small cars | £29 - £47 | |
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All Car Types | £42 - £76 |
To hire a small car in Belfast Intl Airport, you would pay an average price of £37/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Belfast Intl Airport (~£29/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£47/day). In fact, November is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Belfast Intl Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Belfast Intl Airport, hiring a small car saves you 36% 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 Belfast Intl Airport small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Belfast Intl Airport, you would pay an average price of £71/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Belfast Intl Airport (~£48/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£91/day). In fact, February is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Belfast Intl Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Belfast Intl Airport, hiring a medium car is 19% 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 Belfast Intl Airport medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Belfast Intl Airport, you would pay an average price of £107/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Belfast Intl Airport (~£70/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£128/day). In fact, February is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Belfast Intl Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Belfast Intl Airport, hiring a large car is 45% 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 SUV in Belfast Intl Airport, you would pay an average price of £56/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Belfast Intl Airport (~£40/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£74/day). In fact, February is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Belfast Intl Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Belfast Intl Airport, hiring a SUV saves you 4% 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 Belfast Intl Airport SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Belfast Intl Airport, you would pay an average price of £118/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Belfast Intl Airport (~£71/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£150/day). In fact, February is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Belfast Intl Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Belfast Intl Airport, hiring a van 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 Belfast Intl Airport van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a luxury car in Belfast Intl Airport, you would pay an average price of £116/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Belfast Intl Airport (~£75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£157/day). In fact, February is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Belfast Intl Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Belfast Intl Airport, hiring a luxury car is 50% 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 commercial car in Belfast Intl Airport, you would pay an average price of £23/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a commercial car in Belfast Intl Airport (~£23/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£64/day). In fact, October is about 0% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a commercial car hire for Belfast Intl Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Belfast Intl Airport, hiring a commercial car saves you 62% 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 hire agencies in Belfast Intl Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Belfast Intl Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Belfast Intl Airport. Reviews were last updated on 29 November 2023.
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Best Belfast Intl Airport car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Belfast Intl Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Belfast Intl Airport with an average daily rate of £30. Data was last updated on 29 November 2023.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Belfast Intl Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 November 2023.
What are the requirements to hire a car at Belfast International?
For travellers looking for car hire at Belfast International, you’ll need to have a full, valid driver’s licence and you may also be asked to show your passport. You’ll also need a credit or debit card. Car hire in Northern Ireland requires drivers to be at least 21 and have had their licence for at least two years. Those under 23 or over 70 may have to pay additional fees, and some car hire agencies have a maximum age of 69. International visitors are allowed to use their licences for up to 12 months from entering Northern Ireland.
What are the rules for driving in Belfast?
For anyone hiring a car from Belfast International and planning to drive around Northern Ireland, you’ll follow the same rules as the rest of the UK. Cars drive on the left-hand side of the road, and all passengers and the driver must always wear a seatbelt. All children up to age 12 or 135 cm (whichever comes first) must be in a suitable car seat or restraint for their age/height. Those using car hire in Belfast should note that speed limits in cities are 30 mph, and on open roads this goes up to 60 mph. On motorways, the limit is 70 mph. The legal alcohol limit for drivers in Northern Ireland is: 35 microgrammes of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath. 80 milligrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood. Most car hire in Belfast can be driven anywhere in Northern Ireland and Ireland, though there are some restrictions on luxury car categories, so it’s best to check with the car hire agency.
What type of car is recommended for driving at Belfast International?
You can choose from around eight different suppliers at this Northern Ireland airport, offering a broad spectrum of vehicles. Your choice of car will depend on your needs, so whether you’re opting for a compact city car, economy car hire, a family hatchback or a people-carrier or van hire, all options are available. Even if you’re opting to explore the rest of Northern Ireland, the roads in and around Belfast International and further afield are very good, and drivers are law abiding, so even compact city cars will be sufficient.
What are the best places to park at Belfast International?
For anyone who needs to park their car hire in Belfast International, you can choose from four options. The main car park at Belfast International is a short walk from the main terminal building, and it can be used to park your hire car for a few days at most. It’s best to pre-book online, if possible. Other options include the long-stay car park (best if you need to park your car for more than four days); the short-stay car park, where you can park for up to a few hours; and the park and fly. This is situated a couple of minutes from the terminal via a shuttle bus and is suited for low-cost long or short stays.
What is the cheapest hire car found at Belfast Intl Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £28/day when booking a car hire at Belfast Intl Airport. The absolute best deal a user found was for £10/day from Budget, booked on Nov. 26.
Which car hire providers are at Belfast Intl Airport?
There are 8 car hire providers located at Belfast Intl Airport. The following companies can be found near the Belfast Intl Airport car hire counter:Alamo (10.0)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0)Firefly (10.0)Budget (7.5)Hertz (7.3)Sixt (5.3)Easirent (4.6)Avis (2.0)
What car hire company is typically the cheapest at Belfast Intl Airport?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire at Belfast Intl Airport from the following companies over the past two weeks: keddy by Europcar (£11/day), Easirent (£12/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (£19/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best at Belfast Intl Airport?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) and Firefly (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies at Belfast Intl Airport.
How much does it cost to hire a car at Belfast Intl Airport for a week from Budget?
Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies at Belfast Intl Airport, offering car hire for around £162 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Belfast Intl Airport for the best price?
Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 42% on a hire car at Belfast Intl Airport. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.
Can I rent a car for a month at Belfast Intl Airport?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Belfast Intl Airport however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Belfast Intl Airport for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental at Belfast Intl Airport can be found for about £693, with the average price for a rental being around £23 a day. Book with Budget, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 87% less compared to the average price of car rentals at Belfast Intl Airport.