Cheap Car Rentals in Ireland from $30
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 8/7 and drop-off date of 15/7. 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 hire in Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 July 2025.
Most popular company | Budget |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | $45 |
Cheapest price per day | $30 |
Popular car types in Ireland
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Ireland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 2 July 2025.
There are, in total, 297 car hire locations in Ireland that are operated by 33 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $30/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Ireland hire providers:
Economy
$30+
Compact
$39+
Standard
$70+
Mini
$35+
Premium
$168+
Luxury
$187+
Compact SUV
$42+
Intermediate SUV
$72+
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:
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Best car rental deals found in Ireland
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Ireland with an average daily rate of $84. Data was last updated on 2 July 2025.
We've found these great deals on car rentals in Ireland, including options within the Dublin, Cork and Galway area. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
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?
Book your rental car in Ireland 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $41/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 24% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Ireland?
Looking to hire a car in Ireland? Easirent had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $16.99/day. keddy by Europcar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $19.67/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Ireland?
At Ireland, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $32. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $91 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Ireland, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $32. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $91 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$32
February
$33
March
$42
April
$62
May
$69
June
$60
July
$75
August
$91
September
$52
October
$43
November
$34
December
$55
What car do most people hire in Ireland?
Mini cars (Ford Ka or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Ireland. SUV cars (Class Standard SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Ireland?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 37 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Ireland at 36.
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Ireland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 123 pickup locations in Ireland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 July 2025.
Top rental agencies in Ireland
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 2 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Ireland, including those serving the greater Dublin, Cork and Galway area. Helpful information on each car rental agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Ireland?
With an average price of $45/day, Budget is the most popular car hire provider in Ireland, booking 238% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Ireland?
At $23/day, the cheapest car rental price in Ireland was found in Shannon. On average, Shannon has the cheapest daily rental car price ($23/day), which is 40% below average price for cities in Ireland.
What side of the road do you drive on in Ireland?
In Ireland, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.
Car rentals by fuel type in Ireland
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Ireland. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Ireland. Deals were last updated on 2 July 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Ireland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($35+).
Electric
$43+
Hybrid
$46+
Petrol/Diesel
$35+