Edinburgh

Cheap Car Rentals in Edinburgh from RM 154

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Edinburgh with a pick-up date of 24/5 and drop-off date of 31/5. 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.
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
2 May — 9 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Thu 2/5
Noon
Thu 9/5
Noon

Edinburgh car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Edinburgh. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of petrol per litre

RM 8.84

Average price per day

RM 377

Cheapest price per day

RM 154

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Edinburgh 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 25 April 2024.

January

RM 148

February

RM 138

March

RM 210

April

RM 248

May

RM 324

June

RM 296

July

RM 343

August

RM 319

September

RM 233

October

RM 191

November

RM 152

December

RM 219

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Edinburgh is February. 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 Edinburgh

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Edinburgh and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

At RM 154/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Edinburgh in the past week. Out of 34 car hire agencies operating in Edinburgh, there are, in total, 99 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 154+

Compact

Compact

RM 169+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 300+

Mini

Mini

RM 142+

Premium

Premium

RM 361+

Luxury

Luxury

RM 594+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 184+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 324+

Compare available car types for rental in Edinburgh

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Edinburgh to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Small cars

RM 159 - RM 407

All Car Types

RM 174 - RM 635

To rent a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 287/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 159/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 407/day). In fact, November is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a small car saves you 37% 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 Edinburgh small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 521/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 117/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 763/day). In fact, January is about 78% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a medium car is 14% 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. Here are the best Edinburgh medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 668/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 293/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 1,359/day). In fact, January is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a large car is 33% 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 rent a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 450/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 151/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 744/day). In fact, January is about 67% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a SUV is 1% 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 rent a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 894/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 365/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 1,856/day). In fact, March is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a van 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 rent a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 809/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 300/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 2,744/day). In fact, January is about 63% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a luxury car 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. Here are the best Edinburgh luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton SagaRM 154/day
2
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A/C
Proton Saga
Honda CityRM 169/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City

Top rental agencies in Edinburgh

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Edinburgh known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Edinburgh. Reviews were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Edinburgh, including Hertz, Arnold Clark and National. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Hertz

5.6
Fair
42 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.2

Arnold Clark

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

10.0

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.3

Avis

8.8
Very Good
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.7

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
8 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
25 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.4

Budget

7.6
Good
24 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.3

Sixt

7.3
Good
23 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.6

Best Edinburgh car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Edinburgh. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Edinburgh with an average daily rate of RM 288. Data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
The best prices on car rentals in Edinburgh we've found at this time. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Proton SagaRM 154/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Honda CityRM 169/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Proton PersonaRM 200/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Edinburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 377/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 139/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Apr. 21.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Edinburgh from the following companies over the past two weeks: GREEN MOTION (RM 154/day), DRIVALIA (RM 369/day), and Avis (RM 594/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Arnold Clark (10.0 rating), National (10.0 rating) and Alamo (9.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Edinburgh.

  • What are petrol prices like in Edinburgh?

    The average price of petrol in Edinburgh is RM 8.84/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 398 and RM 574 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Edinburgh for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

    GREEN MOTION is one of the most popular car hire companies in Edinburgh, offering car hire for around RM 2,012 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 45%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Edinburgh.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Edinburgh it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Edinburgh is RM 8,622 (RM 287/day) on average.

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

    It costs RM 220 for a weekend car hire in Edinburgh, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Edinburgh in May, prices are RM 371 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?

    The most popular car to hire while in Edinburgh is the Mercedes-Benz V-Class, which is a Premium vehicle.

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Luxury car rentals in Edinburgh

Find luxury car rental deals in Edinburgh from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Edinburgh cost an average of RM 696 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Check out some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in the Edinburgh area. If these car rental deals don't suit your needs, make sure to check back soon as we're constantly finding new offers for our users.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 579/day
5
M
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 579/day
5
M
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 594/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Van rentals in Edinburgh

Find people carrier rental deals in Edinburgh from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in Edinburgh cost an average of RM 640 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for renting a van in the Edinburgh area. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
Proton ExoraRM 632/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora
Proton ExoraRM 632/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora
Toyota InnovaRM 649/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

Car rentals by fuel type in Edinburgh

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Edinburgh. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Edinburgh. Deals were last updated on 25 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Edinburgh. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 52+).

Electric

Electric

RM 58+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 114+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 52+

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