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Cheap Car Hire in Akureyri from £29

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 Akureyri with a pick-up date of 1/2 and drop-off date of 8/2. 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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Akureyri car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Akureyri. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

£1.75

Average price per day

£51

Cheapest price per day

£29

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Akureyri?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Akureyri 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 19 December 2024.

January

£52

February

£56

March

£56

April

£69

May

£77

June

£109

July

£131

August

£122

September

£82

October

£55

November

£49

December

£56

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Akureyri is November. 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.

Popular car types in Akureyri

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Akureyri and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

There are currently 23 hire locations operating in Akureyri spread across 11 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Akureyri is small car at £36 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

SUV

SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Akureyri

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Akureyri to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Small cars

£47 - £126

All Car Types

£59 - £127

To hire a small car in Akureyri, Iceland, you would pay an average price of £71/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Akureyri, Iceland (~£47/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£126/day). In fact, January is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Akureyri. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Akureyri, hiring a small car saves you 15% 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. Here are the best Akureyri small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Akureyri, Iceland, you would pay an average price of £91/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Akureyri, Iceland (~£72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£146/day). In fact, February is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Akureyri. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Akureyri, hiring a medium car is 8% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Akureyri medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Akureyri, Iceland, you would pay an average price of £112/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Akureyri, Iceland (~£127/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£212/day). In fact, February is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Akureyri. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Akureyri, hiring a large car is 26% more expensive. 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 Akureyri, Iceland, you would pay an average price of £85/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Akureyri, Iceland (~£49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£132/day). In fact, April is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Akureyri. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Akureyri, hiring a SUV is 3% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Akureyri SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Vauxhall Corsa£36/day
2
M
Vauxhall Corsa
Kia Cee'd SW£37/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Cee'd SW
MG ZS£38/day
4
M
A/C
MG ZS

Top hire agencies in Akureyri

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Akureyri known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Akureyri. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Akureyri, including Europcar, Thrifty and Avis. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Akureyri, including Europcar, Thrifty and Avis.

Europcar

9.3
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

Thrifty

9.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

5.0

Avis

2 locations

Firefly

1 location

Dollar

6.0
Okay
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

keddy by Europcar

4 locations

Sunnycars

3 locations

Budget

2 locations

Best Akureyri car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Akureyri. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Akureyri with an average daily rate of £54. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Peruse the best Akureyri car hire deals we've found. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Vauxhall Corsa£36/day
2
M
Vauxhall Corsa
Kia Cee'd SW£37/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Cee'd SW
MG ZS£38/day
4
M
A/C
MG ZS

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Akureyri, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Akureyri?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £51/day when booking a car hire in Akureyri. The absolute best deal a user found was for £36/day from Hertz, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Akureyri?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Akureyri from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget (£36/day), Europcar (£37/day), and Hertz (£53/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Akureyri?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (9.3 rating), Thrifty (9.0 rating) and Dollar (6.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Akureyri.

  • What are petrol prices like in Akureyri?

    The average price of petrol in Akureyri is £1.75/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £78 and £113 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Akureyri for a week from Budget?

    Budget is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Akureyri. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about £318 per week.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 73%. Aim to book your car hire at least 11 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Akureyri.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Akureyri it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Akureyri can be found for about £1,365, with the average price for a rental being around £46 a day. Book with Hertz, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 32% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Akureyri.

  • How much is a car hire in Akureyri for a weekend?

    £69 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Akureyri. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as £52 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Akureyri?

    Suzuki Jimny, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Akureyri according to Cheapflights users.

Small car hires in Akureyri

Find small car hire deals in Akureyri from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Akureyri cost an average of £38 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Fiat 500£29/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Chevrolet Spark£32/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Kia Picanto£32/day
2
M
Kia Picanto

Car hires by fuel type in Akureyri

Browse car hires by fuel type in Akureyri. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Akureyri. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Akureyri. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£50+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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