Cheap Car Rentals in Edinburgh from AED 51
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 25/10 and drop-off date of 28/10. 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.
Edinburgh car rentals in 2026
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 8 October 2026.
Most popular company | BUDGET |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | AED 8.45 |
Average price per day | AED 246 |
Cheapest price per day | AED 51 |
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 8 October 2026.
There are 41 hire agencies servicing Edinburgh. These agencies, altogether, have 116 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Edinburgh with prices from AED 51 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Edinburgh:
Economy
AED 58+
Compact
AED 51+
Intermediate
AED 96+
People carrier
AED 171+
Premium
AED 191+
Luxury
AED 215+
Compact SUV
AED 75+
Intermediate SUV
AED 120+
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 AED 119. Data was last updated on 8 October 2026.
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?
Book your car hire in Edinburgh 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 121/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 183% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Edinburgh?
Looking to hire a car in Edinburgh? U-Save had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only AED 13.96/day. GREEN MOTION also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 15.90/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 3 reviews). National (rated 10.0/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Edinburgh?
Planning to hire a car in Edinburgh? January is the cheapest month, costing about AED 106 per day. In contrast, May is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 198. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
AED 106
February
AED 114
March
AED 140
April
AED 184
May
AED 198
June
AED 162
July
AED 195
August
AED 195
September
AED 158
October
AED 132
November
AED 118
December
AED 187
What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?
Mini cars (Volkswagen up!, for example) are the most popular in Edinburgh. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa) and SUV (Audi Q5) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Edinburgh.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Edinburgh?
Avis has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. DRIVALIA has the second-highest number of locations in Edinburgh at 3.
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 8 October 2026.
Arnold Clark
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Edinburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 246/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 113/day from U-Save, booked on Oct. 3.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Edinburgh for a week from Budget?
Budget is one of the top picks in Edinburgh. They can have you in a hire car for about AED 1,300 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Edinburgh?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Edinburgh however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Edinburgh for a month?
Our recent data shows that U-Save can potentially be 71% below the average car hire price in Edinburgh. Check prices and availability for U-Save and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Edinburgh is on average AED 5,571 a month or AED 186 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Edinburgh car hire.
How much is a car hire in Edinburgh for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Edinburgh are typically AED 0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Compact to save money on your trip to AED 0. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in November to be on average AED 129 per day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Edinburgh
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Edinburgh. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Edinburgh. Deals were last updated on 8 October 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Edinburgh. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (AED 18+).
Electric
AED 22+
Hybrid
AED 18+
Petrol/Diesel
AED 40+