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Cheap Car Rentals in Edinburgh from RM 49

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 21/2 and drop-off date of 28/2. 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 21 January 2025.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Price of petrol per litre

RM 7.80

Average price per day

RM 138

Cheapest price per day

RM 49

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 21 January 2025.

January

RM 134

February

RM 125

March

RM 179

April

RM 214

May

RM 259

June

RM 228

July

RM 232

August

RM 223

September

RM 188

October

RM 161

November

RM 156

December

RM 241

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 21 January 2025.

At RM 49/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 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 49+

Compact

Compact

RM 71+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 99+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 250+

Mini

Mini

RM 57+

Premium

Premium

RM 174+

Luxury

Luxury

RM 212+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 75+

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 21 January 2025.

Small cars

RM 122 - RM 316

All Car Types

RM 277 - RM 480

To rent a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 240/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 122/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 316/day). In fact, February is about 50% 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 37% 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 356/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 214/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 494/day). In fact, January is about 41% 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 7% 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 516/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 390/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 663/day). In fact, December is about 25% 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 27% 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 354/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 200/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 449/day). In fact, February is about 44% 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 saves you 7% 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.

To rent a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 543/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 343/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 685/day). In fact, March is about 37% 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 30% 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 Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 463/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~RM 332/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 753/day). In fact, January is about 29% 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 is 18% 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 luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton SagaRM 49/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Proton SagaRM 67/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga

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 21 January 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

8.4

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

7.4
Good
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

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 147. Data was last updated on 21 January 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 49/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Proton SagaRM 67/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Honda CivicRM 71/day
4
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 21 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 138/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 39/day from DRIVALIA , booked on Jan. 20.

  • 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 49/day), keddy by Europcar (RM 80/day), and GREEN MOTION (RM 88/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 7.80/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 351 and RM 506 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    DRIVALIA is one of the most popular car hire companies in Edinburgh, offering car hire for around RM 969 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 37%. 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 4,155 (RM 138/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 Economy 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 February, prices are RM 134 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 245 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 January 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 212/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 212/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 221/day
5
M
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 233 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 January 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 191/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora
Proton ExoraRM 203/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora
Toyota InnovaRM 206/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 21 January 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Edinburgh. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (RM 13+).

Electric

Electric

RM 13+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 21+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 50+

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