Iceland car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Iceland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Most popular company | Ice Rental 4x4 |
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Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | Rp 691,675 |
Cheapest price per day | Rp 525,344 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Iceland?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Iceland 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 15 April 2025.
January
Rp 721,718
February
Rp 738,502
March
Rp 738,502
April
Rp 738,502
May
Rp 772,071
June
Rp 1,090,970
July
Rp 1,342,732
August
Rp 1,242,027
September
Rp 872,776
October
Rp 738,502
November
Rp 738,502
December
Rp 805,639
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Iceland is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 Iceland
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Iceland to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Small cars | Rp 531,674 - Rp 1,683,366 | |
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All Car Types | Rp 766,364 - Rp 2,268,915 |
To hire a small car in Iceland, you would pay an average price of Rp 736,030/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Iceland (~Rp 531,674/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 1,683,366/day). In fact, March is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iceland, hiring a small car saves you 40% 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 Iceland, you would pay an average price of Rp 504,569/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Iceland (~Rp 723,732/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 1,589,474/day). In fact, January is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iceland, hiring a medium car saves you 59% 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 Iceland, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,269,476/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Iceland (~Rp 1,747,566/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~Rp 4,173,883/day). In fact, February is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iceland, hiring a large car is 5% 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 Iceland, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,088,827/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Iceland (~Rp 749,524/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~Rp 2,331,151/day). In fact, April is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iceland, 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.
Top rental agencies in Iceland
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Iceland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Iceland. Reviews were last updated on 15 April 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Iceland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 April 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Iceland?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Rent-A-Wreck (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.6 rating) and Budget (8.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Iceland.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Iceland?
When visiting Iceland, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Reykjavik where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 691,675/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Iceland was found in Reykjavik for just Rp 452,837/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Iceland?
In Iceland, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.