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Cheap Car Hire in Reykjavik from £18

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 Reykjavik with a pick-up date of 30/10 and drop-off date of 13/11. 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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Reykjavik car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Reykjavik. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 October 2024.

Most popular company

ICERENTAL4X4

Price of gas per litre

£1.74

Average price per day

£41

Cheapest price per day

£18

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Reykjavik?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Reykjavik and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 9 October 2024.

January

£31

February

£34

March

£35

April

£31

May

£35

June

£53

July

£64

August

£58

September

£42

October

£32

November

£32

December

£33

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Reykjavik is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Reykjavik

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Reykjavik and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 9 October 2024.

There are currently 82 hire locations operating in Reykjavik spread across 37 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Reykjavik is small car at £20 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Reykjavik

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Reykjavik to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 October 2024.

Small cars

£31 - £61

All Car Types

£48 - £90

To hire a small car in Reykjavik, Iceland, you would pay an average price of £40/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Reykjavik, Iceland (~£31/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£61/day). In fact, October is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Reykjavik. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reykjavik, hiring a small car saves you 35% 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 Reykjavik small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Reykjavik, Iceland, you would pay an average price of £52/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Reykjavik, Iceland (~£38/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£80/day). In fact, October is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Reykjavik. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reykjavik, hiring a medium car saves you 15% 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 Reykjavik medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Reykjavik, Iceland, you would pay an average price of £120/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Reykjavik, Iceland (~£98/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£151/day). In fact, January is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Reykjavik. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reykjavik, hiring a large 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 SUV in Reykjavik, Iceland, you would pay an average price of £57/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Reykjavik, Iceland (~£46/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£91/day). In fact, October is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Reykjavik. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reykjavik, hiring a SUV saves you 7% 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 Reykjavik SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Reykjavik, Iceland, you would pay an average price of £108/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a van in Reykjavik, Iceland (~£80/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£170/day). In fact, January is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Reykjavik. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reykjavik, hiring a van 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 pickup truck in Reykjavik, Iceland, you would pay an average price of £71/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Reykjavik, Iceland (~£63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£150/day). In fact, January is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Reykjavik. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reykjavik, hiring a pickup truck is 16% 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 luxury car in Reykjavik, Iceland, you would pay an average price of £115/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Reykjavik, Iceland (~£86/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£142/day). In fact, April is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Reykjavik. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reykjavik, hiring a luxury car is 47% 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.

Vauxhall Corsa£20/day
2
M
Vauxhall Corsa
Peugeot 308 SW£25/day
4
M
A/C
Peugeot 308 SW
Skoda Kamiq£27/day
4
M
A/C
Skoda Kamiq

Top hire agencies in Reykjavik

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Reykjavik known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Reykjavik. Reviews were last updated on 9 October 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Reykjavik, including Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and GREEN MOTION in Reykjavik. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Europcar

9.6
Wonderful
10 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.3
Wonderful
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.6

GREEN MOTION

8.7
Very Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

9.6

Budget

7.5
Good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

7.5

Dollar

7.4
Good
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.4

Alamo

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Ice Rental 4x4

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

4.0

Avis

5.0
Fair
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

4.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

3.0

Best Reykjavik car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Reykjavik. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Reykjavik with an average daily rate of £33. Data was last updated on 9 October 2024.
The best prices on car hires in Reykjavik we've found at this time. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Vauxhall Corsa£20/day
2
M
Vauxhall Corsa
Peugeot 308 SW£25/day
4
M
A/C
Peugeot 308 SW
Skoda Kamiq£27/day
4
M
A/C
Skoda Kamiq

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Reykjavik, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 October 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Reykjavik?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £41/day when booking a car hire in Reykjavik. The absolute best deal a user found was for £21/day from Fair Car, booked on Oct. 6.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Reykjavik?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Reykjavik from the following companies over the past two weeks: Sixt (£20/day), Fair Car (£27/day), and Budget (£36/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Reykjavik?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Ice Rental Cars (10.0 rating), Europcar (9.6 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Reykjavik.

  • What are petrol prices like in Reykjavik?

    The average price of petrol in Reykjavik is £1.74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £78 and £113 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Reykjavik for a week from Ice Rental 4x4?

    From Ice Rental 4x4 you can hire a car in Reykjavik from about £217 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Reykjavik for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 31% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Reykjavik.

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

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

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

    You can potentially save up to 59% on a month-long rental by booking with Fair Car. Fair Car is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Reykjavik can cost you on average £928 a month or £31 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Reykjavik is £50. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Reykjavik. For the month of November, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Reykjavik for as low as £42/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Reykjavik?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Nissan Qashqai) in Reykjavik, making it the most popular option.

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Small car hires in Reykjavik

Find small car hire deals in Reykjavik from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Reykjavik cost an average of £22 per day. Price data was last updated on 9 October 2024.
Hyundai i10£18/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Toyota Aygo£18/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Ford Ka£18/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka

Car hires by fuel type in Reykjavik

Browse car hires by fuel type in Reykjavik. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Reykjavik. Deals were last updated on 9 October 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Reykjavik. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£36+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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