Cheap Car Rentals in Ireland from $5
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Ireland with a pick-up date of 1/26 and drop-off date of 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
Ireland car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on December 17, 2025.
Most popular company | Easirent |
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Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | $27 |
Cheapest price per day | $5 |
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Best car rental deals found in Ireland
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Ireland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Ireland with an average daily rate of $17. Data was last updated on December 17, 2025.
Cheapflights insights for Ireland car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Ireland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Ireland?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Ireland, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $26, which is about 25% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest rental car company in Ireland?
Looking to rent a car in Ireland? Budget had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $2.86/day. Europcar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $2.94/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Ireland?
At Ireland, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $15. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $71 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 February, with an average daily rate of just $15. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $71 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$16
February
$15
March
$21
April
$29
May
$32
June
$59
July
$51
August
$71
September
$28
October
$22
November
$19
December
$39
What car do most people rent in Ireland?
The most popular types of cars to rent in Ireland are the following: Intermediate rentals (Kia Sportage or similar), Passenger van rentals (Kia Sportage or similar), and Full-size rentals (Kia Optima or similar).
Which car rental company has the most locations in Ireland?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 41 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second highest number of locations in Ireland at 36.
What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Ireland?
Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Ireland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 126 pickup locations in Ireland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on December 17, 2025.
Out of all the popular cities in Ireland, Shannon is the cheapest city to rent a car ($5/day). Other popular cities in Ireland to get a cheap rental car are: Dublin ($8/day), Milltown (Kerry) ($9/day), and Cork ($15/day).
Top rental agencies in Ireland
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Ireland. Reviews were last updated on December 17, 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on December 17, 2025.
What is the most popular car rental provider in Ireland?
When renting a car in Ireland, the most popular provider of rental cars among Cheapflights users is Budget, and with prices around $26/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Budget is ECONOMY, which starts as low as $3/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Ireland?
At $10/day, the cheapest car rental price in Ireland was found in Cork. On average, Cork has the cheapest daily rental car price ($22/day), which is 41% below average price for cities in Ireland.
What side of the road do you drive on in Ireland?
In Ireland, drivers are expected to maintain the lane(s) on the left side of the road.
Car rentals by fuel type in Ireland
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Ireland. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Ireland. Deals were last updated on December 17, 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Ireland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($7+).
Electric
$42+
Gas/Diesel
$10+
Hybrid
$7+