Cheap Car Rentals in Ireland from AED 48
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 5/10 and drop-off date of 10/10. 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.
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 13 July 2025.
Most popular company | CARHIRE.ie |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | AED 127 |
Cheapest price per day | AED 48 |
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 13 July 2025.
At AED 48/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, 298 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:
Economy
AED 48+
Compact
AED 62+
Standard
AED 108+
Mini
AED 52+
Passenger van
AED 181+
Luxury
AED 285+
Compact SUV
AED 69+
Intermediate SUV
AED 95+
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:
Here are the best Ireland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 AED 101. Data was last updated on 13 July 2025.
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 AED 81/day – about 189% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Ireland?
In Ireland, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just AED 37.62/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is keddy by Europcar, with rates starting at AED 45.59/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Ireland?
Planning to hire a car in Ireland? February is the cheapest month, costing about AED 55 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 180. 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 59
February
AED 55
March
AED 73
April
AED 118
May
AED 125
June
AED 114
July
AED 151
August
AED 180
September
AED 103
October
AED 73
November
AED 59
December
AED 110
What car do most people hire in Ireland?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Ireland are the following: SUV cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar), Intermediate cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar), and Mini cars (Kia Picanto or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Ireland?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 38 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 13 July 2025.
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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 13 July 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Ireland?
With an average price of AED 91/day, Budget is the most popular car hire provider in Ireland, booking 257% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Ireland?
At AED 129/day, it is 0% cheaper on average to rent a car in Dublin than any other city in Ireland. The cheapest price found in Ireland was for AED 73/day in Dublin.
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, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Ireland. Deals were last updated on 13 July 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Ireland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (AED 28+).
Electric
AED 40+
Hybrid
AED 28+
Petrol/Diesel
AED 36+