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Cheap Car Rentals in Edinburgh from S$ 28

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 28-6 and drop-off date of 1-7. 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 rentals in 2025

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 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

S$ 2.28

Average price per day

S$ 92

Cheapest price per day

S$ 28

Popular car types in Edinburgh

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Edinburgh and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

In Edinburgh, there are 102 active hire locations from 35 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Edinburgh in the past week - currently priced from S$ 28/day. View deals for 6 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

S$ 30+

Compact

Compact

S$ 31+

Intermediate

Intermediate

S$ 46+

People carrier

People carrier

S$ 82+

Mini

Mini

S$ 28+

Premium

Premium

S$ 66+

Luxury

Luxury

S$ 73+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

S$ 36+

Compare car rental deals in Edinburgh by type

Here are the best Edinburgh small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Edinburgh medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Edinburgh large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Edinburgh SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Edinburgh van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Edinburgh luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Peugeot 208S$ 28/day
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Peugeot 208S$ 30/day
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Toyota CorollaS$ 31/day
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Best car rental deals found in Edinburgh

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Edinburgh. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Edinburgh with an average daily rate of S$ 52. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
The best prices on car rentals in Edinburgh we've found at this time. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Peugeot 208S$ 28/day
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Peugeot 208
Peugeot 208S$ 30/day
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Peugeot 208
Toyota CorollaS$ 31/day
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Cheapflights insights for Edinburgh car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Edinburgh, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Edinburgh?

To get the best deal on car hire in Edinburgh, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around S$ 42, which is about 3% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Edinburgh?

DRIVALIA is currently the cheapest car hire company in Edinburgh with deals as low as S$ 23.78/day found in the past two weeks. GREEN MOTION is another inexpensive option with rates as low as S$ 24.62/day.

What is the best car rental company in Edinburgh?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Edinburgh is Arnold Clark (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). National (rated 10.0/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Edinburgh, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just S$ 36. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging S$ 72 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Edinburgh, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just S$ 36. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging S$ 72 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

S$ 40

February

S$ 36

March

S$ 45

April

S$ 72

May

S$ 70

June

S$ 61

July

S$ 65

August

S$ 63

September

S$ 52

October

S$ 47

November

S$ 45

December

S$ 69

What car do most people rent in Edinburgh?

Passenger van cars (Volkswagen Caddy, for example) are the most popular in Edinburgh. SUV (Volvo XC90) and Full-size (Renault Trafic) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Edinburgh.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Edinburgh?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar have 8 locations in Edinburgh, more than any other rental company in the area.

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 13 June 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available 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
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

8.8

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

8.9

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
12 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
18 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Sixt

7.4
Good
18 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.6

Budget

7.4
Good
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Edinburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 92/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 53/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jun. 8.

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

    Hertz is one of the top picks in Edinburgh. They can have you in a hire car for about S$ 447 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Edinburgh for a month is certainly possible.

  • 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 S$ 1,916, with the average price for a rental being around S$ 64 a day. Book with GREEN MOTION , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 62% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Edinburgh.

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

    Car hire prices in Edinburgh are typically S$ 0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to S$ 0. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in July to be on average S$ 77 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Edinburgh

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Edinburgh. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Edinburgh. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Edinburgh. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (S$ 24+).

Electric

Electric

S$ 24+

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 31+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 31+

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