Reykjavik

Cheap Car Hire in Reykjavik from $86

Reykjavik, Iceland
27 Apr — 4 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Reykjavik, Iceland
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Reykjavik?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Reykjavik 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 20 April 2024.

January

$69

February

$76

March

$78

April

$71

May

$84

June

$132

July

$173

August

$157

September

$105

October

$74

November

$73

December

$76

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Reykjavik and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

There are 37 hire agencies servicing Reykjavik. These agencies, altogether, have 83 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Reykjavik with prices from $86 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Reykjavik:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Reykjavik

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Reykjavik to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

Small cars

$55 - $214

All Car Types

$62 - $227

To hire a small car in Reykjavik, Iceland, you would pay an average price of $106/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Reykjavik, Iceland (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$214/day). In fact, October is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Reykjavik. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reykjavik, hiring a small car saves you 13% 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 Reykjavik small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Reykjavik, Iceland, you would pay an average price of $96/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Reykjavik, Iceland (~$70/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$242/day). In fact, December is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Reykjavik. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reykjavik, hiring a medium car 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 Reykjavik medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Reykjavik, Iceland, you would pay an average price of $145/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Reykjavik, Iceland (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$401/day). In fact, October is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Reykjavik. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reykjavik, 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 Reykjavik SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla$86/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i30$88/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i30

Top rental agencies in Reykjavik

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Reykjavik known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Reykjavik. Reviews were last updated on 20 April 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Reykjavik, including Dollar, Europcar and Thrifty. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Reykjavik, including Dollar, Europcar and Thrifty.

Dollar

7.7
Good
66 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.2

Europcar

9.6
Wonderful
8 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.6

Thrifty

8.2
Very Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.9

Budget

8.1
Very Good
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

6.7

Alamo

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Ice Rental 4x4

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

4.0

Avis

5.0
Fair
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

4.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

3.0

Best Reykjavik car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Reykjavik. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Reykjavik with an average daily rate of $149. Data was last updated on 20 April 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Reykjavik area. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Toyota Corolla$86/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i30$88/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i30
Toyota Yaris$97/day
2
M
Toyota Yaris

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Reykjavik, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 April 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Reykjavik?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Reykjavik from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($86/day), Dollar ($97/day), and Sixt ($106/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Reykjavik?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Ice Rental Cars (10.0 rating), Europcar (9.6 rating) and Hertz (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Reykjavik.

  • What are petrol prices like in Reykjavik?

    The average price of petrol in Reykjavik is $3.84/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $173 and $250 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Reykjavik for a week from Ice Rental Cars?

    Ice Rental Cars offers hire cars in Reykjavik for about $435 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Reykjavik for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 41%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Reykjavik.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Reykjavik however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much is a car hire in Reykjavik for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Reykjavik, you can expect the average price to be around $46. Usually a Compact hire in Reykjavik is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Compact for May, it will cost approximately $66 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Reykjavik?

    The most popular car to hire while in Reykjavik is the Dacia Duster, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Reykjavik

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Reykjavik. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Reykjavik. Deals were last updated on 20 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Reykjavik. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($70+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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