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Cheap Car Rentals in Akureyri from $119

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 Akureyri with a pick-up date of 3/10 and drop-off date of 6/10. 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.
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Popular car types in Akureyri

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Akureyri and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 12 August 2026.
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There are, in total, 25 car hire locations in Akureyri that are operated by 12 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $119/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Akureyri hire providers:

Economy

Economy

$119+

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Compact

Compact

$143+

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SUV

SUV

$178+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

$168+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

$199+

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Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

$277+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

$323+

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Best car rental deals found in Akureyri

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Akureyri. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Akureyri with an average daily rate of $192. Data was last updated on 12 August 2026.
Mazda Demio$119/day
Mazda Demio
Found 08/10/26
Suzuki Baleno$126/day
Suzuki Baleno
Found 08/10/26
Toyota Corolla$143/day
Toyota Corolla
Found 08/10/26

Cheapflights insights for Akureyri car rentals

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

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

For the best savings on car rentals in Akureyri, make your reservation 19 days before pickup. The average price then is just $71/day – about 28% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Akureyri?

In Akureyri, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just $54.75/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Thrifty, with rates starting at $58.02/day.

What is the best car rental company in Akureyri?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Akureyri is Europcar (rated 9.3/10 with 2 reviews). Avis (rated 9.2/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Europcar
Europcar
9.3
Avis
Avis
9.2
Thrifty
Thrifty
9.0
Firefly
Firefly
7.5

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Akureyri?

Planning to hire a car in Akureyri? March is the cheapest month, costing about $111 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $308. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$134

February

$116

March

$111

April

$133

May

$155

June

$221

July

$308

August

$291

September

$173

October

$122

November

$122

December

$126

What car do most people hire in Akureyri?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Akureyri are the following: Mini cars (Hyundai i10 or similar), Economy cars (Suzuki Swift or similar), and Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Akureyri?

In Akureyri, Avis, Budget, and Dollar have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Akureyri

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Akureyri known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Akureyri. Reviews were last updated on 12 August 2026.

Europcar

9.3
Wonderful
2 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

Avis

2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.8

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

7.6

Thrifty

9.0
Wonderful
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

5.0

Firefly

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.5

Dollar

6.0
Okay
2 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Budget

2 locations
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Hertz

1 location
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Shouqi

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Akureyri, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 August 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Akureyri for a week from Budget?

    Hiring a car in Akureyri for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $1,704/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Akureyri?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Akureyri it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

Car rentals by fuel type in Akureyri

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Akureyri. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Akureyri. Deals were last updated on 12 August 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Akureyri. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($96+).

Electric

Electric

$121+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

$117+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

$96+

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