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Cheap Car Rentals in Edinburgh from RM 204

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 Edinburgh with a pick-up date of 20/4 and drop-off date of 27/4. 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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Edinburgh car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Edinburgh. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 March 2025.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

RM 7.69

Average price per day

RM 446

Cheapest price per day

RM 204

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Edinburgh?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Edinburgh 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 22 March 2025.

January

RM 136

February

RM 123

March

RM 167

April

RM 220

May

RM 256

June

RM 216

July

RM 220

August

RM 212

September

RM 190

October

RM 163

November

RM 154

December

RM 238

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Edinburgh is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is May. 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 Edinburgh

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Edinburgh and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 22 March 2025.

At RM 204/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Edinburgh in the past week. Out of 35 car hire agencies operating in Edinburgh, there are, in total, 102 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 204+

Compact

Compact

RM 218+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 254+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 803+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 874+

Mini

Mini

RM 195+

Luxury

Luxury

RM 768+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 279+

Compare available car types for rental in Edinburgh

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Edinburgh to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 March 2025.

Small cars

RM 121 - RM 401

All Car Types

RM 172 - RM 481

To rent a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 255/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 121/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 401/day). In fact, February is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a small car saves you 33% 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 Edinburgh small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 328/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 198/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~RM 488/day). In fact, February is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, 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 Edinburgh medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 493/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 306/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 620/day). In fact, February is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a large car is 24% 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 Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 419/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 231/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~RM 1,028/day). In fact, February is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a SUV is 11% 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 van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 481/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 225/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~RM 617/day). In fact, February is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a van is 22% 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 Edinburgh van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 340/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 377/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 676/day). In fact, January is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a luxury car saves you 10% 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 Edinburgh luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton SagaRM 204/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Honda CityRM 218/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City

Top rental agencies in Edinburgh

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Edinburgh known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Edinburgh. Reviews were last updated on 22 March 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Edinburgh, including Arnold Clark, National and keddy by Europcar. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Arnold Clark

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

10.0

National

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

8.6

keddy by Europcar

9.0
Wonderful
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

8.8

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
12 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
16 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Budget

7.5
Good
8 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.5

Sixt

7.3
Good
17 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.7

Best Edinburgh car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Edinburgh. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Edinburgh with an average daily rate of RM 504. Data was last updated on 22 March 2025.
The best prices on car rentals in Edinburgh we've found at this time. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Proton SagaRM 204/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Honda CityRM 218/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Honda CivicRM 254/day
5
M
A/C
Honda Civic

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Edinburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 March 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 446/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 278/day from Hertz, booked on Mar. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Edinburgh?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Edinburgh from the following companies over the past two weeks: DRIVALIA (RM 195/day), Europcar (RM 477/day), and Sixt (RM 768/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Arnold Clark (10.0 rating), National (10.0 rating) and Alamo (9.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Edinburgh.

  • What are petrol prices like in Edinburgh?

    The average price of petrol in Edinburgh is RM 7.69/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 346 and RM 500 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Edinburgh for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Edinburgh, offering car hire for around RM 4,158 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 34%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Edinburgh.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Edinburgh it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Edinburgh for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Edinburgh is RM 17,818 (RM 594/day) on average.

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

    It costs RM 0 for a weekend car hire in Edinburgh, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Mini as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Edinburgh in April, prices are RM 0 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?

    The most popular car to hire while in Edinburgh is the Nissan Qashqai, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

Luxury car rentals in Edinburgh

Find luxury car rental deals in Edinburgh from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Edinburgh cost an average of RM 1,121 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 March 2025.
Check out some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in the Edinburgh area. If these car rental deals don't suit your needs, make sure to check back soon as we're constantly finding new offers for our users.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 611/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 642/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 671/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Van rentals in Edinburgh

Find people carrier rental deals in Edinburgh from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in Edinburgh cost an average of RM 1,470 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 March 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for renting a van in the Edinburgh area. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
Proton ExoraRM 803/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora
Proton ExoraRM 1,156/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora
Toyota InnovaRM 1,178/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

Car rentals by fuel type in Edinburgh

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Edinburgh. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Edinburgh. Deals were last updated on 22 March 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Edinburgh. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (RM 54+).

Electric

Electric

RM 54+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 80+

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