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Cheap Car Hire in Donegal, Ireland from £25

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 Donegal with a pick-up date of 9/7 and drop-off date of 15/7. 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.
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Donegal, Ireland car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Donegal, Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 July 2025.

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of gas per litre

£1.43

Average price per day

£90

Cheapest price per day

£25

Popular car types in Donegal, Ireland

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Donegal, Ireland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 2 July 2025.

There are 2 hire agencies servicing Donegal. These agencies, altogether, have 2 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Donegal with prices from £25 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Donegal:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

£124+

Standard

Standard

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

£131+

Luxury

Luxury

£141+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Donegal, Ireland by type

Here are the best Donegal small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Donegal medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Donegal SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mini Hatch£25/day
4
M
A/C
Mini Hatch
Kia Picanto£34/day
2
M
Kia Picanto
Kia Rio£36/day
2
4
M
Kia Rio

Best car hire deals found in Donegal

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Donegal, Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 5 hire car agencies in Donegal, Ireland with an average daily rate of £63. Data was last updated on 2 July 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Donegal. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Mini Hatch£25/day
4
M
A/C
Mini Hatch
Mazda MX-30£27/day
4
M
A/C
Mazda MX-30
Fiat 500£34/day
2
M
Fiat 500

Cheapflights insights for Donegal car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Donegal, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Donegal?

To get the best deal on car hire in Donegal, book about 18 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £22, which is about 58% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Donegal?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Donegal is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.0/10). keddy by Europcar (rated 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Donegal?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Donegal is January, when you can expect to pay £25/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Donegal is May (£52/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

£25

February

£31

March

£29

April

£38

May

£52

June

£44

July

£45

August

£47

September

£36

October

£31

November

£25

December

£34

Which car hire company has the most locations in Donegal?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Donegal at 2.

Top hire agencies in Donegal, Ireland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Donegal, Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in Donegal, Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 2 July 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Donegal, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, keddy by Europcar and Europcar. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Donegal, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, keddy by Europcar and Europcar.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

Europcar

2 locations

Free2Move

2 locations

Sunnycars

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Donegal, Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Donegal?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £90/day when booking a car hire in Donegal. The absolute best deal a user found was for £71/day from Europcar, booked on Jun. 29.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Donegal for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar is one of the top picks in Donegal. They can have you in a hire car for about £632 per week on average.

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

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

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

    Our recent data shows that Europcar can potentially be 21% below the average car hire price in Donegal. Check prices and availability for Europcar and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Donegal is on average £2,707 a month or £90 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Donegal car hire.

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

    £0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Donegal, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Donegal, then opt for a Compact hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of August, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as £48/day.

Travelling to a place near Donegal?

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Bundoran
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Killybegs

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