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Cheap Car Hire in Cork, Ireland from $42

Cork, Ireland
8 Dec — 15 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Cork, Ireland
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Fri 15/12
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Cork, Ireland?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cork, Ireland and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 1 December 2023.

January

$40

February

$37

March

$48

April

$74

May

$95

June

$81

July

$102

August

$113

September

$58

October

$40

November

$35

December

$60

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cork, Ireland is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Cork, Ireland

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Cork, Ireland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 1 December 2023.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Cork, Ireland this past week from 33 hire locations out of 23 hire agencies. Prices for a Cork, Ireland small car hire start from $42/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Compare available car types for rental in Cork, Ireland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Cork, Ireland to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 December 2023.

Small cars

$36 - $161

All Car Types

$36 - $162

To hire a small car in Cork, Ireland, you would pay an average price of $82/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cork, Ireland (~$36/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$161/day). In fact, February is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cork. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cork, hiring a small car saves you 10% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Cork small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Cork, Ireland, you would pay an average price of $71/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cork, Ireland (~$49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$180/day). In fact, November is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cork. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cork, hiring a SUV saves you 22% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Cork SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris$42/day
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Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris$52/day
2
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Toyota Yaris

Top rental agencies in Cork, Ireland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cork, Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Cork, Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 1 December 2023.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Cork, Ireland, including keddy by Europcar, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Avis

8.0
Very Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

7.5

Hertz

7.8
Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.5

Easirent

7.0
Good
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

FLIZZR

1 location

Europcar

6.0
Okay
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Best Cork, Ireland car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Cork, Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Cork, Ireland with an average daily rate of $91. Data was last updated on 1 December 2023.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Cork, Ireland. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cork, Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 December 2023.

What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Cork, Ireland?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Cork, Ireland from the following companies over the past two weeks: Alamo ($41/day), CARHIRE.ie ($42/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($294/day).

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Cork, Ireland?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating), Avis (8.0 rating) and Sixt (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Cork, Ireland.

What are petrol prices like in Cork, Ireland?

The average price of petrol in Cork, Ireland is $3.28/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $148 and $213 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

How much does it cost to hire a car in Cork, Ireland for a week from Budget?

Budget is one of the top picks in Cork, Ireland. They can have you in a hire car for about $1,001 per week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Cork, Ireland for the best price?

Booking early can save you upwards of 54% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Cork, Ireland.

Can I rent a car for a month in Cork, Ireland?

Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Cork, Ireland.

How much is a car hire in Cork, Ireland for a weekend?

The average price for a weekend car hire in Cork, Ireland is $0. Hiring a Mini is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Cork, Ireland. For the month of January, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Cork, Ireland for as low as $103/day.

What car do most people hire in Cork, Ireland?

The most popular car to hire while in Cork, Ireland is the Fiat 500, which is a Mini vehicle.

Airport car hires in Cork
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