Northern Ireland

Cheap Car Rentals in Northern Ireland from RM 186

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 Northern Ireland with a pick-up date of 7/3 and drop-off date of 25/3. 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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Northern Ireland car rentals in 2026

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 19 January 2026.

Most common car type

Intermediate

Popular car types in Northern Ireland

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Northern Ireland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 January 2026.

There are, in total, 4,126 car hire locations in Northern Ireland that are operated by 87 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: RM 186/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Northern Ireland hire providers:

Economy

Economy

RM 186+

Compact

Compact

RM 188+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 436+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 395+

Luxury

Luxury

RM 439+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

RM 571+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 192+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 205+

Compare car rental deals in Northern Ireland by type

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

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

Here are the best Northern Ireland van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton PersonaRM 186/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Honda CivicRM 188/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Honda CivicRM 196/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic

Best car rental deals found in Northern Ireland

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Northern Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Northern Ireland with an average daily rate of RM 332. Data was last updated on 19 January 2026.
Proton PersonaRM 186/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Honda CivicRM 188/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Honda CR-VRM 192/day
4
4
M
A/C
Honda CR-V

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 39 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 130/day – about 267% less than the yearly average.

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 DRIVALIA (rated 10.0/10). Alamo (rated 10.0/10) 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 101. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging RM 219 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 101. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging RM 219 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 101

February

RM 105

March

RM 109

April

RM 142

May

RM 150

June

RM 146

July

RM 219

August

RM 195

September

RM 134

October

RM 126

November

RM 114

December

RM 170

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 19 January 2026.

DRIVALIA

3 locations

Alamo

2 locations

Dollar

4 locations

National

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7 locations

Sixt

6 locations

Budget

3 locations

Avis

2 locations

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 19 January 2026.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Northern Ireland for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers hire cars in Northern Ireland for about RM 1,438 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.

Car rentals by fuel type in Northern Ireland

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Northern Ireland. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Northern Ireland. Deals were last updated on 19 January 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Northern Ireland. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (RM 64+).

Electric

Electric

RM 70+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 64+

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