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Cheap Car Hire in Northern Ireland from £16

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 Northern Ireland with a pick-up date of 17/6 and drop-off date of 21/6. 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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Northern Ireland car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Northern Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

£30

Cheapest price per day

£16

Popular car types in Northern Ireland

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Northern Ireland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

There are 81 hire agencies servicing Northern Ireland. These agencies, altogether, have 3,917 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Northern Ireland with prices from £16 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Northern Ireland:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car hire deals in Northern Ireland by type

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

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

Here are the best Northern Ireland large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

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

Here are the best Northern Ireland van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Northern Ireland luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Rio£16/day
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Kia Rio
Mini Hatch£18/day
2
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A/C
Mini Hatch
Kia Stonic£18/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Stonic

Best car hire deals found in Northern Ireland

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Northern Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Northern Ireland with an average daily rate of £32. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on car hires in Northern Ireland including options serving Belfast, Londonderry and Cookstown. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the hire, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Toyota Aygo£16/day
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Toyota Aygo
Mini Hatch£16/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Hatch
Vauxhall Corsa£18/day
2
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A/C
Vauxhall Corsa

Cheapflights insights for Northern Ireland car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Northern Ireland?

Book your car hire in Northern Ireland 37 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £21/day on average when booked 37 days ahead, which saves you 36% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Northern Ireland?

Looking to hire a car in Northern Ireland? Budget had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only £13.45/day. DRIVALIA also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at £14.54/day.

What is the best car rental company in Northern Ireland?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Northern Ireland is Dollar (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Alamo (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Northern Ireland?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Northern Ireland is November, when you can expect to pay £18/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Northern Ireland is August (£35/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

£18

February

£18

March

£19

April

£26

May

£29

June

£28

July

£30

August

£35

September

£21

October

£22

November

£18

December

£27

What car do most people hire in Northern Ireland?

Compact cars (Ford Focus, for example) are the most popular in Northern Ireland. SUV (BMW X3) and Premium (BMW X3) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Northern Ireland.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Northern Ireland?

Both Free2Move and keddy by Europcar have 12 locations in Northern Ireland, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Northern Ireland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 45 pickup locations in Northern Ireland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Top hire agencies in Northern Ireland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Northern Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Northern Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Northern Ireland, including locations near Belfast, Londonderry and Cookstown. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Dollar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
4 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

8.0

Sixt

7.4
Good
18 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.0

Budget

7.2
Good
26 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.5

Firefly

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

Europcar

6.0
Okay
1 review8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

4.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.0

Avis

6.0
Okay
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

6.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Northern Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Northern Ireland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £31/day when booking a car hire in Northern Ireland. The absolute best deal a user found was for £16/day from DRIVALIA , booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Northern Ireland for a week from DRIVALIA ?

    DRIVALIA is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Northern Ireland. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about £283 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Northern Ireland?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Northern Ireland for a month is certainly possible.

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

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Northern Ireland is £1,215 (£40/day) on average.

Car hires by fuel type in Northern Ireland

Browse car hires by fuel type in Northern Ireland. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Northern Ireland. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Northern Ireland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£21+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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