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Cheap Car Rentals in Edinburgh from S$ 22

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 31-10 and drop-off date of 7-11. 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 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 3 October 2024.

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of petrol per litre

S$ 2.34

Average price per day

S$ 63

Cheapest price per day

S$ 22

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 3 October 2024.

January

S$ 38

February

S$ 37

March

S$ 55

April

S$ 64

May

S$ 76

June

S$ 67

July

S$ 68

August

S$ 65

September

S$ 54

October

S$ 45

November

S$ 39

December

S$ 59

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 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 3 October 2024.

In Edinburgh, there are 101 active hire locations from 34 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Edinburgh in the past week - currently priced from S$ 22/day. View deals for 6 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

S$ 22+

Compact

Compact

S$ 26+

Intermediate

Intermediate

S$ 66+

People carrier

People carrier

S$ 57+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

S$ 96+

Mini

Mini

S$ 22+

Premium

Premium

S$ 60+

Luxury

Luxury

S$ 64+

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 3 October 2024.

Small cars

S$ 38 - S$ 101

All Car Types

S$ 59 - S$ 142

To hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of S$ 65/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~S$ 38/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~S$ 101/day). In fact, February is about 42% 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 35% 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 S$ 100/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~S$ 46/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~S$ 151/day). In fact, February is about 55% 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 is 1% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of S$ 124/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~S$ 87/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~S$ 192/day). In fact, February is about 30% 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 20% 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 S$ 112/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~S$ 60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~S$ 168/day). In fact, January is about 47% 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 is 12% 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 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 S$ 160/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~S$ 75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~S$ 283/day). In fact, February is about 54% 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 38% 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 S$ 155/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~S$ 93/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~S$ 259/day). In fact, October is about 41% 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 36% 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:

Audi A1S$ 22/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1
Toyota CorollaS$ 26/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 3 October 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Edinburgh, including Arnold Clark, National and Avis. 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

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

8.5
Very Good
11 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

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

keddy by Europcar

8.0
Very Good
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

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
16 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.7

Best Edinburgh car rental deals found

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$ 49. Data was last updated on 3 October 2024.
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.
Audi A1S$ 22/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1
Toyota CorollaS$ 26/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Audi A1S$ 35/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Edinburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 October 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 63/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 35/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Sep. 29.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Edinburgh from the following companies over the past two weeks: DRIVALIA (S$ 22/day), GREEN MOTION (S$ 22/day), and keddy by Europcar (S$ 39/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 S$ 2.34/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 105 and S$ 152 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Europcar is one of the top picks in Edinburgh. They can have you in a hire car for about S$ 396 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 41% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Edinburgh.

  • 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$ 1,699, with the average price for a rental being around S$ 57 a day. Book with GREEN MOTION , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 64% 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 Economy to save money on your trip to S$ 0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in November to be on average S$ 27 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Nissan Qashqai) in Edinburgh, making it the most popular option.

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Luxury car rentals in Edinburgh

Find luxury car rental deals in Edinburgh from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Edinburgh cost an average of S$ 78 per day. Price data was last updated on 3 October 2024.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car rentals in Edinburgh. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car rental needs and budget.
Audi Q5S$ 64/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi Q5
Audi Q5S$ 70/day
5
4
M
Audi Q5
BMW 5 SeriesS$ 79/day
5
4
M
BMW 5 Series

Van rentals in Edinburgh

Find people carrier rental deals in Edinburgh from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in Edinburgh cost an average of S$ 73 per day. Price data was last updated on 3 October 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van rentals in the Edinburgh area at the moment. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Kia CarensS$ 57/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Carens
Kia CarensS$ 66/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Carens
Kia CarensS$ 70/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Carens

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 3 October 2024.

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$ 23+).

Electric

Electric

S$ 23+

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 36+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 65+

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