Ireland

Cheap Car Rentals in Ireland from RM 83

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 24/8 and drop-off date of 8/9. 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 rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 June 2026.

Most popular company

Sixt

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

RM 151

Cheapest price per day

RM 83

Popular car types in Ireland

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Ireland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 20 June 2026.

At RM 83/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Ireland in the past week. Out of 32 car hire agencies operating in Ireland, there are, in total, 300 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 87+

Compact

Compact

RM 87+

Standard

Standard

RM 129+

Mini

Mini

RM 83+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 574+

Luxury

Luxury

RM 341+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 118+

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

RM 143+

Best car rental deals found in Ireland

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Ireland with an average daily rate of RM 192. Data was last updated on 20 June 2026.
Perodua AxiaRM 83/day
2
M
Perodua Axia
Honda CityRM 87/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Perodua BezzaRM 87/day
2
M
Perodua Bezza

Cheapflights insights for Ireland car rentals

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 RM 107/day – about 278% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Ireland?

Looking to hire a car in Ireland? Sixt had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 23.85/day. Easirent also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 37.48/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Ireland is November, when you can expect to pay RM 66/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Ireland is August (RM 236/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

RM 74

February

RM 70

March

RM 91

April

RM 112

May

RM 141

June

RM 107

July

RM 186

August

RM 236

September

RM 107

October

RM 79

November

RM 66

December

RM 136

What car do most people hire in Ireland?

SUV cars (Nissan Qashqai, for example) are the most popular in Ireland. Economy (Ford Fiesta) and Passenger van (Seat Alhambra) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Ireland.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Ireland?

Avis has 7 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. DRIVALIA has the second-highest number of locations in Ireland at 5.

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Ireland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 88 pickup locations in Ireland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 June 2026.

Top rental agencies in Ireland

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 20 June 2026.

Budget

6.9
Okay
47 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.4

Hertz

6.8
Okay
50 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.1

Avis

6.1
Okay
38 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

5.7

Europcar

5.9
Fair
72 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

5.7

Easirent

5.1
Fair
73 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.2

National

8.0
Very Good
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

FLIZZR

8.0
Very Good
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.0

Thrifty

6.7
Okay
20 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.5

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 June 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Ireland?

    When hiring a car in Ireland, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Sixt, and with prices around RM 150/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Sixt is SUV, which starts as low as RM 99/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Ireland?

    At RM 55/day, the cheapest car rental price in Ireland was found in Cork. On average, Cork has the cheapest daily rental car price (RM 57/day), which is 51% below average price for cities in Ireland.

  • 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 rentals by fuel type in Ireland

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Ireland. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Ireland. Deals were last updated on 20 June 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Ireland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 18+).

Electric

Electric

RM 40+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 28+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 18+

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