Edinburgh

Cheap Car Rentals in Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
5 May — 12 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Sun 5/5
Noon
Sun 12/5
Noon

Edinburgh car rentals in 2024

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 28 April 2024.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 30,189.91

Average price per day

Rp 1,397,176

Cheapest price per day

Rp 1,195,504

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 28 April 2024.

January

Rp 503,165

February

Rp 470,702

March

Rp 714,169

April

Rp 827,787

May

Rp 1,087,485

June

Rp 973,867

July

Rp 1,152,410

August

Rp 1,071,254

September

Rp 795,325

October

Rp 649,245

November

Rp 519,396

December

Rp 746,632

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Edinburgh is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 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 28 April 2024.

Small cars

Rp 153,384 - Rp 1,391,451

All Car Types

Rp 803,170 - Rp 4,230,837

To hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of Rp 710,147/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~Rp 153,384/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 1,391,451/day). In fact, February is about 79% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a small car saves you 68% 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 hire a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,729,273/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~Rp 1,128,063/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 5,053,156/day). In fact, February is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a medium car saves you 20% 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 hire a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,770,207/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~Rp 2,031,199/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 7,874,857/day). In fact, June is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a large car saves you 18% 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 hire a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,293,424/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~Rp 1,443,759/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 3,065,168/day). In fact, May is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a SUV saves you 41% 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 hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of Rp 2,043,598/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~Rp 1,128,063/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 7,779,905/day). In fact, February is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a van saves you 6% 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.

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 28 April 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Edinburgh, including Hertz, Arnold Clark and National in Edinburgh. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Hertz

5.6
Fair
42 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.2

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
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.3

Avis

8.8
Very Good
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.7

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
8 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
25 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.4

Budget

7.6
Good
24 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.3

Sixt

7.3
Good
23 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.6

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Edinburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 1,397,176/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 1,195,504/day from Alamo, booked on Apr. 21.

  • 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 (9.2 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 Rp 30,189.91/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 1,358,546 and Rp 1,962,344 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    GREEN MOTION is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Edinburgh. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about Rp 9,032,625 per week.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 44% on your car hire. For a below average price in Edinburgh, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Edinburgh?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Edinburgh.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Edinburgh can be found for about Rp 38,711,248, with the average price for a rental being around Rp 1,290,375 a day. Book with Alamo, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 9% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Edinburgh.

  • What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Edinburgh is Premium (Mercedes-Benz V-Class) based on our Cheapflights data.

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