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Best deals found for Ireland car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in Ireland
Fiat Panda
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

€6/day

26 Jan - 1 Feb
Fiat Panda
Renault Zoe
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€6/day

26 Jan - 1 Feb
Renault Zoe
Chevrolet Spark
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

€7/day

4 Feb - 9 Feb
Chevrolet Spark
Nissan Qashqai
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

€7/day

26 Jan - 1 Feb
Nissan Qashqai
Kia Picanto
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

€7/day

25 Jan - 29 Jan
Kia Picanto
Ford Ka
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

€8/day

28 Jan - 31 Jan
Ford Ka
Volkswagen Golf
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€8/day

2 Mar - 7 Mar
Volkswagen Golf
Ford Focus
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€8/day

24 Jan - 29 Jan
Ford Focus
Volkswagen up!
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

€9/day

23 Jan - 30 Jan
Volkswagen up!

Car hire insight and trends in Ireland

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in Ireland

What is the cheapest car hire agency in Ireland?

Thrifty tends to have the cheapest cars for hire in Ireland. Users can often find prices for as low as €10/day when booking through Thrifty. You are more likely to find car hire deals through Thrifty for less than the average national price of €34/day. These prices may be different depending on the type of car you hire and the city you hire it in.

What is the most popular car hire agency in Ireland?

The most popular car hire company in Ireland is Sixt. This agency currently has 314 reviews, with an average customer satisfaction score of 6.9 out of 10. 38% of momondo users recently selected Sixt as their rental car company of choice for their travels in Ireland.

What car hire company in Ireland has the most locations?

The car hire company with the most locations in Ireland is keddy by Europcar. They currently have 35 locations that can be found within airports and cities across the country. If you haven’t chosen a city to travel to within Ireland, consider Dublin, which is the most popular destination in the country. Here you will find that keddy by Europcar has 11 locations throughout the area.

Ireland car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in Ireland that's right for you

Small cars

€15 - €72

All Car Types

€34 - €97

The average price of a small car hire in Ireland is €30. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Ireland is in January. The price is 52% lower than the rest of the year at just €15 per day. A small car rental is typically 50% less expensive than the average rental car in Ireland. The average price of a car hire in Ireland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Ireland small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in Ireland is €68. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Ireland is in November. The price is 37% lower than the rest of the year at just €43 per day. A medium car rental is typically 11% more expensive than the average rental car in Ireland. The average price of a car hire in Ireland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Ireland medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car hire in Ireland is €117. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Ireland is in January. The price is 48% lower than the rest of the year at just €61 per day. A large car rental is typically 48% more expensive than the average rental car in Ireland. The average price of a car hire in Ireland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a SUV hire in Ireland is €55. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Ireland is in February. The price is 52% lower than the rest of the year at just €27 per day. A SUV rental is typically 9% less expensive than the average rental car in Ireland. The average price of a car hire in Ireland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Ireland SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in Ireland is €120. The cheapest time to hire a van in Ireland is in November. The price is 39% lower than the rest of the year at just €74 per day. A van rental is typically 50% more expensive than the average rental car in Ireland. The average price of a car hire in Ireland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Ireland van hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a pickup truck hire in Ireland is €82. The cheapest time to hire a pickup truck in Ireland is in October. The price is 45% lower than the rest of the year at just €46 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 27% more expensive than the average rental car in Ireland. The average price of a car hire in Ireland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a luxury car hire in Ireland is €153. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Ireland is in November. The price is 34% lower than the rest of the year at just €102 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 61% more expensive than the average rental car in Ireland. The average price of a car hire in Ireland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Ireland luxury car hire found on momondo in the past week.

Fiat Panda
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

€6/day

26 Jan - 1 Feb
Fiat Panda
Renault Zoe
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€6/day

26 Jan - 1 Feb
Renault Zoe
Chevrolet Spark
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

€7/day

4 Feb - 9 Feb
Chevrolet Spark

Ireland car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Ireland

keddy by Europcar

35 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

33 locations

Europcar

30 locations

Sunnycars

28 locations

Hertz

17 locations

CARHIRE.ie

10 locations

Dollar

10 locations

Thrifty

10 locations

Car hire in Ireland

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Ireland so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

What side of the road do people in Ireland drive on?

Drivers in Ireland, including drivers visiting from foreign countries, are required to travel on the left. Keep in mind that driving on the opposite side can lead to both a traffic violation and serious accidents.

How good are the roads in Ireland?

Ireland has a road quality score of 5.3 on a scale of 1 to 7, where 1 is the lowest rated score. This puts Ireland at 24 out of 137 countries for road conditions. You may find that depending on where you travel within Ireland that the road quality will vary.

What is the drink driving limit in Ireland?

The drinking and driving limit in Ireland is 0.05%. Regions and cities within Ireland might have their own local drinking and driving laws on top of the country-wide mandated law, so be sure to check before booking your car hire. Be aware that 18 is the legal drinking age in Ireland, and there are strict laws that prohibit drivers under this age from drink driving.

How much does petrol cost in Ireland?

The average price of petrol in Ireland is €1.84 per litre as of last week. According to our data, Ireland has neither the most expensive nor the cheapest petrol prices in the world. Kuwait currently has the least expensive at €0.34 per litre, while Hong Kong has the most expensive at €3.22 per litre. Keep in mind that petrol prices change regularly and may be different during your travel dates.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Ireland?

Prices for cars in Ireland refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Ireland?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Ireland?

Among different countries, including Ireland, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Ireland?

To hire a car in Ireland, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Ireland?

You should use momondo to book a car hire in Ireland because it could save you time and money. momondo fetches and allows you to compare car hire prices and policies from thousands of car hire websites.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Ireland?

momondo helps you find the best car hire deal in Ireland by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.

Does momondo show car hire deals in Ireland with free cancellation?

Yes you can filter specifically for car hire companies in Ireland offering free cancellation on momondo.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Ireland on momondo?

Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for car hire in Ireland.

Can I find a car hire in Ireland which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

You can specifically filter for enhanced cleaning on car hire in Ireland on momondo.

Can I search for car hire in Ireland with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Yes, unlimited mileage options can be found on car hire in Ireland on momondo.


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