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Ireland car rentals in 2026

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 16 April 2026.

Most popular company

Easirent

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

Rp 291,894

Cheapest price per day

Rp 239,931
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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?

For the best savings on car hire in Ireland, make your reservation 32 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 479,863/day – about 1,668,985% less than the yearly average.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Ireland is November, when you can expect to pay Rp 274,207/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Ireland is August (Rp 959,726/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

Rp 308,483

February

Rp 291,345

March

Rp 377,035

April

Rp 514,139

May

Rp 565,553

June

Rp 479,863

July

Rp 788,346

August

Rp 959,726

September

Rp 462,725

October

Rp 325,621

November

Rp 274,207

December

Rp 565,553

What car do most people hire in Ireland?

SUV cars (BMW X3 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Ireland. Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Luxury cars (Audi A6 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Ireland?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 42 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Ireland at 36.

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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 16 April 2026.

Sixt

7.0
Good
237 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.9
Very Good
41 reviews•42 locations
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Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.2

Budget

6.9
Okay
39 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.3

Hertz

6.8
Okay
50 reviews•17 locations
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Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.1

Dollar

6.4
Okay
41 reviews•10 locations
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Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.1

Avis

6.2
Okay
37 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

5.8

Europcar

5.9
Fair
72 reviews•29 locations
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

5.7

Easirent

5.1
Fair
73 reviews•9 locations
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Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 April 2026.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Ireland?

    When visiting Ireland, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Dublin where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 285,947/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Ireland was found in Dublin for just Rp 231,534/day.

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

    In Ireland, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.

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