Cheapflights insights for Edinburgh car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Edinburgh, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Edinburgh?
Book your rental car in Edinburgh 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around HK$272/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 511% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Edinburgh?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Edinburgh is Arnold Clark (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). National (rated 10.0/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Edinburgh?
At Edinburgh, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just HK$218. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging HK$443 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 Edinburgh, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just HK$218. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging HK$443 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
HK$241
February
HK$218
March
HK$272
April
HK$443
May
HK$435
June
HK$373
July
HK$420
August
HK$420
September
HK$326
October
HK$295
November
HK$264
December
HK$427
What car do most people rent in Edinburgh?
Mini cars (Kia Picanto, for example) are the most popular in Edinburgh. Economy (Ford Fiesta) and Passenger van (Ford Transit) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Edinburgh.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Edinburgh?
Sunnycars has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Edinburgh at 8.
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 25 October 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Edinburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 October 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Edinburgh for a week from Budget?
From Budget you can hire a car in Edinburgh from about HK$3,637 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Edinburgh?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Edinburgh however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.