Ireland

Cheap Car Rentals in Ireland from HK$124

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 Ireland with a pick-up date of 17-10 and drop-off date of 24-10. 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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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 17 September 2025.

Most popular company

CARHIRE.ie

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

HK$292

Cheapest price per day

HK$124

Popular car types in Ireland

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Ireland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 17 September 2025.

There are, in total, 296 car hire locations in Ireland that are operated by 33 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: HK$124/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Ireland hire providers:

Economy

Economy

HK$124+

Compact

Compact

HK$126+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$497+

Standard

Standard

HK$193+

Mini

Mini

HK$120+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$796+

Luxury

Luxury

HK$550+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$142+

Compare car rental deals in Ireland by type

Here are the best Ireland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Ireland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mazda Mazda2HK$124/day
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Mazda Mazda2
Toyota CorollaHK$126/day
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Toyota Corolla

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 HK$313. Data was last updated on 17 September 2025.
Mazda Mazda2HK$124/day
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Mazda Mazda2
Toyota CorollaHK$126/day
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Toyota Corolla
Mazda Mazda2HK$134/day
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Mazda Mazda2

Cheapflights insights for Ireland car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Ireland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Ireland?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Ireland, book about 37 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$167, which is about 486% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Ireland?

Looking to hire a car in Ireland? Easirent had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only HK$87.22/day. CARHIRE.ie also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at HK$159.42/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Ireland?

At Ireland, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just HK$109. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging HK$467 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 HK$109. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging HK$467 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$121

February

HK$109

March

HK$167

April

HK$257

May

HK$261

June

HK$218

July

HK$346

August

HK$467

September

HK$210

October

HK$160

November

HK$121

December

HK$226

What car do most people rent in Ireland?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Ireland are the following: SUV cars (BMW X3 or similar), Luxury cars (Audi A4 or similar), and Full-size cars (BMW X3 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Ireland?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 37 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Ireland at 36.

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 122 pickup locations in Ireland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 September 2025.

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 17 September 2025.

Sixt

6.9
Okay
232 reviews7 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0
Wonderful
40 reviews37 locations

Budget

6.9
Okay
38 reviews6 locations

Hertz

6.8
Okay
51 reviews17 locations

Dollar

6.5
Okay
41 reviews10 locations

Avis

6.2
Okay
37 reviews7 locations

Europcar

5.9
Fair
69 reviews29 locations

Easirent

5.0
Fair
73 reviews9 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 September 2025.
  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Ireland?

    At HK$292/day, it is 35% cheaper on average to rent a car in Dublin than any other city in Ireland. The cheapest price found in Ireland was for HK$159/day in Dublin.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Ireland?

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in Ireland.

Car rentals by fuel type in Ireland

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Ireland. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Ireland. Deals were last updated on 17 September 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Ireland. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (HK$11+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$19+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$11+

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