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Cheap Car Rentals in Iceland from AED 183

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 Iceland with a pick-up date of 22/6 and drop-off date of 26/6. 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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Iceland car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Iceland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 June 2025.

Most popular company

Goldcar Rental SP

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

AED 244

Cheapest price per day

AED 183

Popular car types in Iceland

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Iceland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 11 June 2025.

At AED 183/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Iceland in the past week. Out of 69 car hire agencies operating in Iceland, there are, in total, 254 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

AED 183+

Compact

Compact

AED 325+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 301+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 769+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 345+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 358+

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

AED 359+

Compare car rental deals in Iceland by type

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

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

Here are the best Iceland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai AccentAED 183/day
2
M
Hyundai Accent
Kia PicantoAED 294/day
2
M
Kia Picanto
Mitsubishi LancerAED 325/day
4
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Lancer

Best car rental deals found in Iceland

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Iceland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Iceland with an average daily rate of AED 376. Data was last updated on 11 June 2025.
Hyundai AccentAED 183/day
2
M
Hyundai Accent
Kia PicantoAED 294/day
2
M
Kia Picanto
Kia PegasAED 301/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Pegas

Cheapflights insights for Iceland car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Iceland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Iceland?

For the best savings on car hire in Iceland, make your reservation 37 days before pickup. The average price then is just AED 176/day – about 232% less than the yearly average.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Iceland is January, when you can expect to pay AED 158/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Iceland is July (AED 301/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

AED 158

February

AED 162

March

AED 162

April

AED 165

May

AED 180

June

AED 246

July

AED 301

August

AED 279

September

AED 184

October

AED 162

November

AED 162

December

AED 176

What car do most people hire in Iceland?

Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Iceland. SUV cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Dacia Jogger or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Iceland?

keddy by Europcar has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Iceland at 19.

Top rental agencies in Iceland

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Iceland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Iceland. Reviews were last updated on 11 June 2025.

Europcar

8.2
Very Good
33 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.0

Hertz

8.0
Very Good
30 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.6

Budget

8.0
Very Good
14 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.5

GREEN MOTION

7.9
Good
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.6

Thrifty

7.6
Good
19 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.7

Ice Rental Cars

7.5
Good
10 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.7

Dollar

7.2
Good
20 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

Ice Rental 4x4

6.8
Okay
11 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Iceland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Iceland?

    When visiting Iceland, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Reykjavik where rental cars typically will cost around AED 248/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Iceland was found in Reykjavik for just AED 215/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Iceland?

    In Iceland, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in Iceland

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Iceland. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Iceland. Deals were last updated on 11 June 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Iceland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 58+).

Electric

Electric

AED 86+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 72+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 58+

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