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Cheap Car Hire in Edinburgh from £12

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 Edinburgh with a pick-up date of 19/12 and drop-off date of 3/1. 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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Edinburgh car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Edinburgh. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 October 2024.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Price of gas per litre

£1.35

Average price per day

£34

Cheapest price per day

£12

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 29 October 2024.

January

£23

February

£22

March

£32

April

£38

May

£45

June

£40

July

£40

August

£38

September

£32

October

£27

November

£24

December

£34

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Edinburgh is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is May. 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 Edinburgh

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Edinburgh and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 29 October 2024.

At £12/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Edinburgh in the past week. Out of 34 car hire agencies operating in Edinburgh, there are, in total, 101 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for hire in Edinburgh

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 29 October 2024.

Small cars

£23 - £51

All Car Types

£37 - £75

To hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £36/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£23/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£51/day). In fact, October is about 37% 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 38% 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 Edinburgh small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £55/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£40/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£75/day). In fact, October is about 29% 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 4% 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 £83/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£106/day). In fact, October is about 21% 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 is 31% 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 Edinburgh large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £51/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£42/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£64/day). In fact, January is about 20% 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 11% 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 Edinburgh SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £104/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£66/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£143/day). In fact, October is about 37% 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 is 45% 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 Edinburgh van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £100/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£125/day). In fact, October is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a luxury car is 43% 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 Edinburgh luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £302/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~£127/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£654/day). In fact, September is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a convertible is 81% 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.

Fiat 500£12/day
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Fiat 500
Opel Corsa£13/day
2
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A/C
Opel Corsa
Citroen C3£14/day
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A/C
Citroen C3

Top hire agencies in Edinburgh

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Edinburgh known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Edinburgh. Reviews were last updated on 29 October 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Edinburgh, including Arnold Clark, National and keddy by Europcar. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

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
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

8.4

keddy by Europcar

9.0
Wonderful
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

8.8

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
12 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
16 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Budget

7.4
Good
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Sixt

7.3
Good
17 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.7

Best Edinburgh car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Edinburgh. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Edinburgh with an average daily rate of £24. Data was last updated on 29 October 2024.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Edinburgh. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Fiat 500£12/day
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A/C
Fiat 500
Opel Corsa£13/day
2
M
A/C
Opel Corsa
Citroen C3£14/day
4
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A/C
Citroen C3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Edinburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 October 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £34/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for £14/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Oct. 27.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Edinburgh from the following companies over the past two weeks: DRIVALIA (£12/day), GREEN MOTION (£17/day), and Sixt (£35/day).

  • 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 (9.3 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 £1.35/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £60 and £87 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    DRIVALIA is one of the most popular car hire companies in Edinburgh, offering car hire for around £172 per week on average.

  • 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 41% 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?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Edinburgh however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    You can potentially save up to 63% on a month-long rental by booking with GREEN MOTION . GREEN MOTION is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Edinburgh can cost you on average £738 a month or £25 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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

    £48 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Edinburgh, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Edinburgh, then opt for a Mini hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of November, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as £33/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Premium (BMW X5) in Edinburgh, making it the most popular option.

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Small car hires in Edinburgh

Find small car hire deals in Edinburgh from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Edinburgh cost an average of £17 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 October 2024.
Fiat 500£15/day
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A/C
Fiat 500
Fiat 500£15/day
2
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A/C
Fiat 500
Ford Ka£15/day
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A/C
Ford Ka

Car hires by fuel type in Edinburgh

Browse car hires by fuel type in Edinburgh. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Edinburgh. Deals were last updated on 29 October 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Edinburgh. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£20+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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