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Cheap Car Hire in Ireland from £10
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 Ireland with a pick-up date of 16/10 and drop-off date of 21/10. 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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Ireland car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 August 2025.
Most popular company | Europcar |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | £44 |
Cheapest price per day | £10 |
Popular car types in Ireland
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Ireland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 August 2025.
There are currently 296 hire locations operating in Ireland spread across 33 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Ireland is small car at £10 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
£11+
Compact
£11+
Intermediate
£14+
Standard
£16+
People carrier
£34+
Mini
£10+
Premium
£37+
Passenger van
£47+
Compare car hire deals in Ireland by type
Here are the best Ireland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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Here are the best Ireland luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Citroen C1£10/day
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Kia Picanto£10/day
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Best car hire deals found in Ireland
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Ireland with an average daily rate of £17. Data was last updated on 14 August 2025.
Citroen C1£10/day
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Kia Picanto£10/day
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Smart Forfour£11/day
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Cheapflights insights for Ireland car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Ireland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Ireland?
For the best savings on car hire in Ireland, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just £22/day – about 44% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Ireland?
In Ireland, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just £7.51/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Easirent, with rates starting at £8.29/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Ireland?
At Ireland, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £14. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging £42 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 Ireland, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £14. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging £42 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
£14
February
£16
March
£21
April
£30
May
£34
June
£31
July
£39
August
£42
September
£34
October
£24
November
£15
December
£29
What car do most people hire in Ireland?
Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Ireland. Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Kia Sportage or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Ireland?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 37 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Ireland at 36.
What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Ireland?
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Ireland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 122 pickup locations in Ireland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 August 2025.
Among the most popular cities in Ireland, Milltown (Kerry) offers the lowest average car hire price at just £18/day. Other affordable options include Cork (£19/day), Knock (£20/day), and Shannon (£23/day).
Tips for hiring a car in Ireland
Browse helpful tips for hiring a car in Ireland including age restrictions, car type suggestions and more. Tips were last updated on 14 August 2025.
- In Ireland, children who are shorter than 150 cm or lighter than 36 kg must use an appropriate child restraint system by law. You have the option of bringing your own car seat or hiring one from your car hire company. Make sure the car seat fits your car and complies with the EU safety standards. It's forbidden and risky to put a child seat that faces backwards in the front passenger seat that has a working airbag. The best place for children to travel is in the back seat of the car.
- To explore more than one country on your trip to Ireland, be aware of the costs and requirements for crossing the borders with your hire car. You must inform the car hire company in advance and pay a cross-border fee. This fee will extend your insurance/cover to the UK and give you a VE103 form that allows you to take the car abroad temporarily. You also need to carry your driving licence, passport and hire agreement with you at all times. You generally aren’t allowed to take your hire car to any other countries outside the UK, such as France, Spain or Germany.
- If you’re flying to Ireland and need a hired car, you should know where to find the car hire desks at the airports. Ireland has four major airports: Dublin (DUB), Cork (ORK), Shannon (SNN) and Belfast (BFS). Dublin Airport has car hire desks in the main arrivals hall of Terminals 1 and 2. All the other airports have desks in the main terminal. If you arrive at Belfast Airport, there's a free airport shuttle bus leaving roughly every 10min from outside the main terminal exit to the car hire centre.
Top hire agencies in Ireland
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 14 August 2025.
Sixt
229 reviews•7 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.1
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
6.8
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
40 reviews•37 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Overall
9.1
Pick-up/drop-off
8.9
Value
8.3
Hertz
51 reviews•17 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Overall
6.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.2
Value
6.1
Avis
37 reviews•7 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
7.8
Overall
6.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.2
Value
6.5
Budget
38 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.5
Overall
6.8
Pick-up/drop-off
7.1
Value
6.2
Europcar
68 reviews•29 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.6
Overall
6.7
Pick-up/drop-off
6.7
Value
6.4
Dollar
41 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.2
Overall
6.3
Pick-up/drop-off
7.0
Value
6.2
Easirent
72 reviews•9 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.2
Comfort
6.0
Overall
5.2
Pick-up/drop-off
5.3
Value
5.3
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 August 2025.
Should I hire a car in Ireland?
Hiring a car in Ireland is a great way to explore the country at your own pace and discover its hidden gems. Ireland is famous for its scenic drives, such as the Wild Atlantic Way, the Ring of Kerry, the Copper Coast and the Causeway Coastal Route. These routes take you along stunning coastlines, rugged mountains, charming villages and ancient sites. Some of these places are hard to reach by public transport or organised tours, so having a car gives you more flexibility and freedom. Hiring a car also allows you to experience the Irish culture and hospitality, as you can stop at any pub, restaurant or B&B along the way and chat with the locals.
What is driving like in Ireland?
Driving in Ireland can be fun and rewarding but also challenging. You need to be alert and careful on the narrow, winding and sometimes bumpy roads. You also need to follow the speed limits, which vary depending on the road and area. Remember that cars drive on the left side of the road and give way to traffic from the right. Driving in Ireland can be expensive, as you may have to pay for tolls, parking, fuel and insurance, and you must have a valid driving licence, car registration and insurance documents with you at all times. Driving in Ireland can be enjoyable if you plan ahead, follow the rules and respect the road.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Ireland?
The age requirements for hiring a car in Ireland vary depending on the car hire company and the type of vehicle. Generally, you need to be at least 25 years old to hire a car in Ireland, and you may have to pay a surcharge if you are under 30 or over 70. Some companies may allow you to hire a car if you are 21 or older, but they may charge you an extra fee. You also need to have a valid driving licence from your country of residence. Have a credit card in your name handy to pay for the hire and the deposit. If you have a driving licence from outside the EU, bring an International Driving Permit (IDP).
What is the most popular car hire provider in Ireland?
The most popular car hire company at Ireland is Budget. With prices on ECONOMY starting at £8/day about 263% more people book with Budget than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Ireland?
At £38/day, it is 28% cheaper on average to rent a car in Cork than any other city in Ireland. The cheapest price found in Ireland was for £16/day in Cork.
What side of the road do you drive on in Ireland?
Cars in Ireland are to be driven on the left side of the road.
Car hires by fuel type in Ireland
Browse car hires by fuel type in Ireland. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Ireland. Deals were last updated on 14 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Ireland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£12+).
Electric
£20+
Hybrid
£18+
Petrol/Diesel
£12+