Iceland car rentals in 2024
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Iceland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 April 2024.
Most common car type | Intermediate |
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Iceland?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Iceland 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 18 April 2024.
January
$69
February
$76
March
$77
April
$71
May
$84
June
$132
July
$172
August
$157
September
$104
October
$74
November
$72
December
$76
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Iceland is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 Iceland
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Iceland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 18 April 2024.
There are currently 233 hire locations operating in Iceland spread across 61 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Iceland is small car at $86 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$86+
Compact
$92+
Intermediate
$107+
Full-size SUV
$201+
Mini
$97+
Passenger van
$313+
Compact SUV
$114+
Compact estate car
$118+
Compare available car types for rental in Iceland
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Iceland to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 April 2024.
Small cars | $55 - $213 | |
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All Car Types | $61 - $227 |
To hire a small car in Iceland, you would pay an average price of $106/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Iceland (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$213/day). In fact, October is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iceland, hiring a small car saves you 12% 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 Iceland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Iceland, you would pay an average price of $95/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Iceland (~$70/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$241/day). In fact, December is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iceland, hiring a medium car saves you 21% 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 Iceland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Iceland, you would pay an average price of $145/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Iceland (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$400/day). In fact, October is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iceland, hiring a SUV is 17% more expensive. 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 Iceland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Iceland
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Iceland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Iceland. Reviews were last updated on 18 April 2024.
keddy by Europcar
Sunnycars
Hertz
Europcar
Avis
Budget
Firefly
Ice Rental 4x4
Best Iceland car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Iceland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Iceland with an average daily rate of $120. Data was last updated on 18 April 2024.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Iceland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 April 2024.
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 18 April 2024.
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 ($36+).
Electric
$69+
Hybrid
$70+
Petrol/Diesel
$36+