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Northern Ireland car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Northern Ireland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

RM 204

Cheapest price per day

RM 159

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Northern Ireland?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Northern Ireland 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 15 April 2025.

January

RM 110

February

RM 119

March

RM 119

April

RM 136

May

RM 154

June

RM 150

July

RM 181

August

RM 194

September

RM 141

October

RM 141

November

RM 123

December

RM 163

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Northern Ireland is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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 Northern Ireland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Northern Ireland to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.

Small cars

RM 97 - RM 270

All Car Types

RM 97 - RM 380

To rent a small car in Northern Ireland, you would pay an average price of RM 125/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Northern Ireland (~RM 97/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 270/day). In fact, November is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Northern Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Northern Ireland, renting a small car saves you 49% 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 medium car in Northern Ireland, you would pay an average price of RM 249/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Northern Ireland (~RM 191/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~RM 654/day). In fact, June is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Northern Ireland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Northern Ireland, renting a medium car is 3% 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.

Top rental agencies in Northern Ireland

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Northern Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Northern Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 15 April 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.5

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.5

Alamo

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

Sixt

7.4
Good
18 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.0

Budget

7.2
Good
26 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.5

Firefly

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

Europcar

6.0
Okay
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

4.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.0

Easirent

4.6
Mediocre
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

4.0

Avis

4.5
Mediocre
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

2.5

Value

4.5

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Northern Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Northern Ireland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 204/day when booking a car hire in Northern Ireland. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 193/day from Sixt, booked on Apr. 13.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, U-Save (10.0 rating), Arnold Clark (9.6 rating) and McNicoll Vehicle Rental (8.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Northern Ireland.

  • What are petrol prices like in Northern Ireland?

    The average price of petrol in Northern Ireland is RM 7.69/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 346 and RM 499 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    DRIVALIA offers hire cars in Northern Ireland for about RM 1,546 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 42% to make it a great deal in Northern Ireland. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Northern Ireland?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Northern Ireland for a month is certainly possible.

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

    The average cost of a car rental in Northern Ireland for a month is RM 6,627. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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