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Cheap Car Hire in Iceland from £21
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 Iceland with a pick-up date of 11/12 and drop-off date of 13/12. 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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Iceland car hires in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Iceland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 October 2026.
Most popular company | Ice Rental 4x4 |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | £38 |
Cheapest price per day | £21 |
Popular car types in Iceland
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Iceland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 10 October 2026.
At £21/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Iceland in the past week. Out of 78 car hire agencies operating in Iceland, there are, in total, 278 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:
Economy
£25+
Compact
£24+
Intermediate
£21+
SUV
£34+
Full-size SUV
£32+
Mini
£25+
Premium SUV
£98+
Compact estate car
£23+
Best car hire deals found in Iceland
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Iceland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Iceland with an average daily rate of £40. Data was last updated on 10 October 2026.
Nissan Juke£21/day
Kia Cee'd SW£23/day
Citroen C3£24/day
Cheapflights insights for Iceland car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Iceland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Iceland?
To get the best deal on car hire in Iceland, book about 46 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £39, which is about 55% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Iceland?
In Iceland, the most affordable car hire company right now is FLIZZR, offering prices from just £21.63/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Budget, with rates starting at £29.70/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Iceland?
At Iceland, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just £45. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging £116 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Iceland, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just £45. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging £116 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
£48
February
£64
March
£45
April
£47
May
£52
June
£72
July
£104
August
£116
September
£63
October
£54
November
£64
December
£53
What car do most people hire in Iceland?
SUV cars (BMW X3, for example) are the most popular in Iceland. Mini (Hyundai i10) and Compact (Volkswagen Golf) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Iceland.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Iceland?
Avis has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. NextCar has the second-highest number of locations in Iceland at 1.
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Iceland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 21 pickup locations in Iceland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 October 2026.
Top hire agencies in Iceland
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Iceland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Iceland. Reviews were last updated on 10 October 2026.
Overview
Locations
Avis
1 review•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
8.8
Overall
9.2
Pick-up/drop-off
9.2
Value
7.6
Avis Locations in Iceland
Overview
Reviews
Locations
Routes Car & Truck Rentals
11 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
6.7
Comfort
5.4
Overall
5.7
Pick-up/drop-off
5.1
Value
6.1
Recent reviews
2.0
|Aug 2023Did not refund my money when I tried to cancel the day I booked the reservation- 7 months ago!!
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Routes Car & Truck Rentals Locations in Iceland
Overview
Locations
Go Rentals
1 location
Go Rentals Locations in Iceland
Overview
Locations
NextCar
1 location
NextCar Locations in Iceland
Overview
Locations
National
3 locations
National Locations in Iceland
Overview
Locations
Rhodium
1 location
Rhodium Locations in Iceland
Overview
Locations
RAS Car Rental
4 locations
RAS Car Rental Locations in Iceland
Overview
Locations
Fara Car Rental
2 locations
Fara Car Rental Locations in Iceland
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Iceland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 October 2026.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Iceland?
With an average price of £45/day, Budget is the most popular car hire provider in Iceland, booking 420% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Iceland?
At £45/day, it is 14% cheaper on average to rent a car in Reykjavik than any other city in Iceland. The cheapest price found in Iceland was for £22/day in Reykjavik.
What side of the road do you drive on in Iceland?
Cars in Iceland are to be driven on the right side of the road.
Car hires by fuel type in Iceland
Browse car hires by fuel type in Iceland. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Iceland. Deals were last updated on 10 October 2026.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Iceland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£34+).
Electric
£42+
Hybrid
£39+
Petrol/Diesel
£34+
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