Cheap Car Rentals in Ireland from RM 96
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 18/7 and drop-off date of 8/8. 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.
Ireland car rentals in 2025
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 27 June 2025.
Most popular company | Sixt |
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Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | RM 216 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 96 |
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 27 June 2025.
At RM 96/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Ireland in the past week. Out of 33 car hire agencies operating in Ireland, there are, in total, 297 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:
Economy
RM 226+
Compact
RM 96+
Intermediate
RM 593+
Standard
RM 188+
Mini
RM 155+
Premium
RM 579+
Luxury
RM 481+
Compact estate car
RM 163+
Compare car rental deals in Ireland by type
Here are the best Ireland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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Here are the best Ireland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 353. Data was last updated on 27 June 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car rentals in Ireland, including locations near Dublin, Ballyhaunis and Shannon. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car rental options.
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 94/day – about 237% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Ireland?
Looking to hire a car in Ireland? Easirent had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 39.47/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 46.10/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Ireland?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Ireland is February, when you can expect to pay RM 61/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Ireland is August (RM 206/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 65
February
RM 61
March
RM 85
April
RM 138
May
RM 148
June
RM 134
July
RM 173
August
RM 206
September
RM 120
October
RM 86
November
RM 72
December
RM 127
What car do most people hire in Ireland?
Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo, for example) are the most popular in Ireland. SUV (Nissan Qashqai) and Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Ireland.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Ireland?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 37 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Ireland at 36.
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 27 June 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Ireland, including pickup locations serving Dublin, Ballyhaunis and Shannon. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 June 2025.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Ireland?
At RM 107/day, the cheapest car rental price in Ireland was found in Dublin. On average, Dublin has the cheapest daily rental car price (RM 218/day), which is 0% 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 27 June 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Ireland. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 19+).
Hybrid
RM 46+
Petrol/Diesel
RM 19+