Northern Ireland

Cheap Car Rentals in Northern Ireland from $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 Northern Ireland with a pick-up date of 19/12 and drop-off date of 12/1. 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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Northern Ireland car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Northern Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 November 2025.

Most common car type

Intermediate

Popular car types in Northern Ireland

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Northern Ireland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 November 2025.

There are currently 3,974 hire locations operating in Northern Ireland spread across 85 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Northern Ireland is small car at $48 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People mover

People mover

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Luxury

Luxury

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car rental deals in Northern Ireland by type

Here are the best Northern Ireland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Northern Ireland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Northern Ireland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Northern Ireland van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Holden Barina$48/day
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Holden Barina
BYD ATTO 3$59/day
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BYD ATTO 3

Best car rental deals found in Northern Ireland

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Northern Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Northern Ireland with an average daily rate of $98. Data was last updated on 14 November 2025.
Holden Barina$48/day
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Holden Barina
BYD ATTO 3$59/day
4
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BYD ATTO 3
BMW X2$74/day
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A/C
BMW X2

Cheapflights insights for Northern Ireland car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Northern Ireland?

Book your rental car in Northern Ireland 37 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $57/day on average when booked 37 days ahead, which saves you 62% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Northern Ireland?

In Northern Ireland, the most affordable car hire company right now is Avis, offering prices from just $38.87/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Budget, with rates starting at $50.05/day.

What is the best car rental company in Northern Ireland?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Northern Ireland is DRIVALIA (rated 10.0/10). Alamo (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Northern Ireland?

At Northern Ireland, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $44. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $95 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 Northern Ireland, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $44. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $95 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$44

February

$46

March

$48

April

$62

May

$65

June

$65

July

$95

August

$85

September

$58

October

$57

November

$46

December

$64

Which car hire company has the most locations in Northern Ireland?

Both Free2Move and Sunnycars have 9 locations in Northern Ireland, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Northern Ireland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Northern Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Northern Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 14 November 2025.

DRIVALIA

3 locations

Alamo

2 locations

Dollar

4 locations

National

2 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7 locations

Sixt

6 locations

Budget

3 locations

Avis

2 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Northern Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 November 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Northern Ireland for a week from Budget?

    Budget offers hire cars in Northern Ireland for about $439 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Northern Ireland?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Northern Ireland for a month is certainly possible.

Car rentals by fuel type in Northern Ireland

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Northern Ireland. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Northern Ireland. Deals were last updated on 14 November 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Northern Ireland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($48+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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