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Cheap Car Hire in Edinburgh from $34
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 13/9 and drop-off date of 20/9. 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 2025
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 August 2025.
Most popular company | HERTZ |
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Price of petrol per litre | $2.78 |
Average price per day | $70 |
Cheapest price per day | $34 |
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 August 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Edinburgh this past week from 104 hire locations out of 35 hire agencies. Prices for a Edinburgh small car hire start from $34/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
$36+
Compact
$41+
Intermediate
$57+
Full-size SUV
$124+
Mini
$34+
Premium
$75+
Luxury
$98+
Compact SUV
$49+
Compare car hire 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 SUV 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:
Fiat 500$34/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch$36/day
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Suzuki Baleno$36/day
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Best car hire deals found in Edinburgh
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 $64. Data was last updated on 29 August 2025.
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Hyundai Accent Hatch$36/day
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Suzuki Baleno$36/day
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Cheapflights insights for Edinburgh car hires
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?
For the best savings on car hire in Edinburgh, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $54/day – about 20% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Edinburgh?
Looking to hire a car in Edinburgh? GREEN MOTION had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $19.76/day. Enterprise Rent-A-Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $29.34/day.
What is the best car rental company in Edinburgh?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire 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 hire a car in Edinburgh?
At Edinburgh, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $43. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging $86 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Edinburgh, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $43. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging $86 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$48
February
$43
March
$54
April
$86
May
$86
June
$74
July
$83
August
$83
September
$64
October
$57
November
$54
December
$83
What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?
Economy cars (Citroen C3 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Edinburgh. Mini cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Ford Transit or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Edinburgh?
Sunnycars has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Edinburgh at 8.
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 August 2025.
Arnold Clark
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.0
Value
10.0
National
3 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.7
Value
9.0
keddy by Europcar
1 review•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
9.0
Avis
4 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.2
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.4
Value
8.9
Alamo
12 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Overall
8.6
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
7.9
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
19 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.7
Overall
7.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.6
Value
7.6
Sixt
18 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.3
Overall
7.4
Pick-up/drop-off
7.4
Value
6.6
Budget
9 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.4
Pick-up/drop-off
7.6
Value
7.4
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 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $70/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for $36/day from Hertz, booked on Aug. 24.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Edinburgh for a week from Hertz?
Hiring a car in Edinburgh for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $413/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Edinburgh?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Edinburgh check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Edinburgh for a month?
The average cost of a car hire in Edinburgh for a month is $1,770. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.
How much is a car hire in Edinburgh for a weekend?
It costs $133 for a weekend car hire in Edinburgh, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Edinburgh in September, prices are $72 per day on average.
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 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Edinburgh. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($24+).
Electric
$24+
Hybrid
$29+
Petrol/Diesel
$35+
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