Northern Ireland car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Northern Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 October 2025.
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Cheapflights insights for Northern Ireland car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Northern Ireland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Northern Ireland?
For the best savings on car hire in Northern Ireland, make your reservation 37 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 135/day – about 287% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Northern Ireland?
Looking to hire a car in Northern Ireland? Budget had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 73.13/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 159.52/day.
What is the best car rental company in Northern Ireland?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Northern Ireland is Alamo (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.2/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Northern Ireland?
At Northern Ireland, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just RM 106. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging RM 228 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 Northern Ireland, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just RM 106. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging RM 228 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 106
February
RM 114
March
RM 114
April
RM 148
May
RM 156
June
RM 156
July
RM 228
August
RM 203
September
RM 139
October
RM 135
November
RM 114
December
RM 156
What car do most people hire in Northern Ireland?
Passenger van cars (Seat Tarraco or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Northern Ireland. Standard cars (Seat Tarraco or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Peugeot 2008 or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Northern Ireland?
Both Free2Move and Sunnycars have 9 locations in Northern Ireland, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Northern Ireland
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Northern Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Northern Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 15 October 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Northern Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 October 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Northern Ireland for a week from Budget?
Budget offers hire cars in Northern Ireland for about RM 512 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Northern Ireland?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Northern Ireland for a month is certainly possible.