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Cheap Car Rentals in Edinburgh from RM 207

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 Edinburgh with a pick-up date of 9/8 and drop-off date of 16/8. 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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Edinburgh car rentals in 2025

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 10 July 2025.

Most popular company

NATIONAL

Price of petrol per litre

RM 7.78

Average price per day

RM 414

Cheapest price per day

RM 207

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 10 July 2025.

At RM 207/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Edinburgh in the past week. Out of 35 car hire agencies operating in Edinburgh, there are, in total, 104 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 209+

Compact

Compact

RM 207+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 245+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 504+

Mini

Mini

RM 266+

Premium

Premium

RM 419+

Luxury

Luxury

RM 599+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 278+

Compare car rental deals in Edinburgh by type

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

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

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

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

Proton PersonaRM 207/day
4
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Perodua MyviRM 209/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Hyundai i20RM 236/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Best car rental deals found in Edinburgh

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 332. Data was last updated on 10 July 2025.
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 PersonaRM 207/day
4
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Perodua MyviRM 209/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Hyundai i20RM 236/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Cheapflights insights for Edinburgh car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Edinburgh?

To get the best deal on car hire in Edinburgh, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 140, which is about 223% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Edinburgh?

Looking to hire a car in Edinburgh? DRIVALIA had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 88.88/day. GREEN MOTION also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 133.74/day.

What is the best car rental company in Edinburgh?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Edinburgh is Arnold Clark (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). National (rated 10.0/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Edinburgh, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just RM 119. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging RM 238 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Edinburgh, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just RM 119. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging RM 238 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

RM 132

February

RM 119

March

RM 149

April

RM 238

May

RM 238

June

RM 200

July

RM 217

August

RM 208

September

RM 174

October

RM 157

November

RM 149

December

RM 229

What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Edinburgh are the following: Standard cars (Ford Kuga or similar), SUV cars (Ford Kuga or similar), and Compact cars (Vauxhall Crossland or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Edinburgh?

Sunnycars has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Edinburgh at 8.

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 10 July 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Edinburgh, including Arnold Clark, National and keddy by Europcar. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

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
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

8.8

keddy by Europcar

9.0
Wonderful
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

8.9

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
12 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
18 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Sixt

7.4
Good
18 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.6

Budget

7.4
Good
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Edinburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 414/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 318/day from Alamo, booked on Jul. 6.

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

    National is one of the most popular car hire companies in Edinburgh, offering car hire for around RM 2,692 per week on average.

  • 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 11,536 (RM 385/day) on average.

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

    It costs RM 0 for a weekend car hire in Edinburgh, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Compact 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 August, prices are RM 192 per day on average.

Car rentals by fuel type in Edinburgh

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Edinburgh. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Edinburgh. Deals were last updated on 10 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Edinburgh. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (RM 68+).

Electric

Electric

RM 68+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 106+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 233+

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