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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 22 December 2024.

January

Rp 452,415

February

Rp 452,415

March

Rp 662,465

April

Rp 791,727

May

Rp 937,146

June

Rp 824,042

July

Rp 840,200

August

Rp 807,884

September

Rp 678,623

October

Rp 581,677

November

Rp 565,519

December

Rp 759,411

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Edinburgh is January. 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.

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 22 December 2024.

Small cars

Rp 152,690 - Rp 1,079,883

All Car Types

Rp 618,516 - Rp 2,281,891

To hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of Rp 509,232/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~Rp 152,690/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 1,079,883/day). In fact, February is about 71% 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 56% 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 medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of Rp 917,575/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~Rp 803,280/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 2,525,125/day). In fact, November is about 13% 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 21% 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 Rp 1,698,481/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~Rp 1,375,666/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 7,839,230/day). In fact, June is about 20% 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 32% 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 Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,032,584/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~Rp 811,278/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 3,051,300/day). In fact, November is about 22% 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.

To hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,091,351/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~Rp 1,049,119/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 3,452,011/day). In fact, November is about 4% 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 saves you 6% 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.

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 22 December 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Edinburgh, including Arnold Clark, National and keddy by Europcar in Edinburgh. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

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

8.1
Very Good
16 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.6

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

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Edinburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 December 2024.
  • 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 Rp 28,114.40/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 1,265,148 and Rp 1,827,436 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 a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Edinburgh. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about Rp 7,885,604 per week.

  • 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 38% 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?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Edinburgh.

  • What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Edinburgh is Standard (Volkswagen Tiguan) based on our Cheapflights data.

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