Iceland

Cheap Car Rentals in Iceland from $17

Reykjavik, Iceland
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Iceland car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Iceland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on April 29, 2024.

Most popular company

Ice Rental 4x4

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$65

Cheapest price per day

$17

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Iceland?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Iceland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 101 pickup locations in Iceland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 29, 2024.

Price

$35 - $145

Out of all the popular cities in Iceland, Reykjavik is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $35/day. Renting a car in Reykjavik is 76% cheaper than renting one in Isafjordur where the per day rate is around $145. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Iceland to get a rental car in are: Egilsstaðir ($76/day), Akureyri ($105/day), and Isafjordur ($145/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Reykjavik should expect to spend around $35/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Iceland is Reykjavik.

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 April 29, 2024.

January

$41

February

$45

March

$46

April

$41

May

$50

June

$77

July

$101

August

$92

September

$61

October

$44

November

$43

December

$45

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.

Compare available car types for rental in Iceland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 April 29, 2024.

Small cars

$38 - $88

All Car Types

$49 - $135

To rent a small car in Iceland, you would pay an average price of $55/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Iceland (~$38/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$88/day). In fact, April is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iceland, renting a small car saves you 35% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Iceland, you would pay an average price of $75/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Iceland (~$45/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$132/day). In fact, April is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iceland, renting a medium 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 Iceland medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Iceland, you would pay an average price of $181/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Iceland (~$124/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$317/day). In fact, April is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iceland, renting a large car is 53% 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.

To rent a SUV in Iceland, you would pay an average price of $78/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Iceland (~$46/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$139/day). In fact, April is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iceland, renting a SUV saves you 9% 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 SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Iceland, you would pay an average price of $157/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a van in Iceland (~$104/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$221/day). In fact, April is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iceland, renting a van is 46% 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 van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in Iceland, you would pay an average price of $146/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Iceland (~$102/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$223/day). In fact, January is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iceland, renting a pickup truck is 42% 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.

To rent a luxury car in Iceland, you would pay an average price of $185/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Iceland (~$145/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$265/day). In fact, January is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iceland, renting a luxury car is 54% 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.

Hyundai i10$17/day
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Hyundai i10
Toyota Yaris$18/day
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Toyota Yaris
Ford Fiesta$19/day
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Ford Fiesta

Top rental agencies in Iceland

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Iceland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Iceland. Reviews were last updated on April 29, 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Iceland, including those serving the greater Reykjavik, Keflavik and Gardabaer area. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

keddy by Europcar

20 locations

Sunnycars

19 locations

Hertz

17 locations

Europcar

16 locations

Avis

8 locations

Budget

8 locations

Firefly

7 locations

Ice Rental 4x4

6 locations

Best Iceland car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Iceland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Iceland with an average daily rate of $35. Data was last updated on April 29, 2024.
These are some the most attractive deals we've found on rentals cars within the Iceland region, including options close to Reykjavik, Keflavik and Gardabaer. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Hyundai i10$17/day
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Hyundai i10
Toyota Yaris$18/day
2
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Toyota Yaris
Ford Fiesta$19/day
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Ford Fiesta

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Iceland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 29, 2024.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Iceland?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.5 rating), Budget (8.4 rating) and Europcar (8.2 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Iceland.

  • What is the most popular car rental provider in Iceland?

    The most popular rental car company in Iceland is Ice Rental 4x4. With prices on INTERMEDIATE starting at $23/day about 281% more people book with Ice Rental 4x4 than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Iceland?

    When visiting Iceland, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Keflavik where rental cars typically will cost around $71/day (2% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Iceland was found in Keflavik for just $33/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Iceland?

    In Iceland, drivers are expected to maintain the lane(s) on the right side of the road.

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Small car rentals in Iceland

Find small car rental deals in Iceland from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Iceland cost an average of $23 per day. Price data was last updated on April 29, 2024.
Hyundai i10$17/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$19/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$19/day
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A/C
Hyundai i10

Car rentals by fuel type in Iceland

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Iceland. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Iceland. Deals were last updated on April 29, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Iceland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest ($30+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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