Cheap Car Rentals in Edinburgh from AED 70
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 11/3 and drop-off date of 14/3. 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.
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 22 February 2025.
Most popular company | ALAMO |
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Price of petrol per litre | AED 6.40 |
Average price per day | AED 332 |
Cheapest price per day | AED 70 |
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 February 2025.
January
AED 113
February
AED 102
March
AED 139
April
AED 176
May
AED 209
June
AED 183
July
AED 187
August
AED 179
September
AED 157
October
AED 132
November
AED 128
December
AED 198
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 22 February 2025.
There are 35 hire agencies servicing Edinburgh. These agencies, altogether, have 102 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Edinburgh with prices from AED 75 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Edinburgh:
Economy
AED 75+
Compact
AED 82+
Intermediate
AED 167+
Full-size SUV
AED 330+
Mini
AED 70+
Premium
AED 155+
Luxury
AED 287+
Intermediate SUV
AED 106+
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 February 2025.
Small cars | AED 75 - AED 267 | |
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All Car Types | AED 76 - AED 417 |
To rent a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of AED 179/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~AED 75/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~AED 267/day). In fact, January is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a small car saves you 33% 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 rent a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of AED 238/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~AED 97/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~AED 418/day). In fact, January is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a medium car 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. Here are the best Edinburgh medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of AED 330/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~AED 265/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~AED 757/day). In fact, February is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting 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 rent a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of AED 265/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~AED 159/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~AED 525/day). In fact, February is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a SUV is 0% 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 rent a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of AED 323/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~AED 307/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~AED 901/day). In fact, April is about 6% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a van is 19% 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 rent a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of AED 296/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~AED 284/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~AED 775/day). In fact, February is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Edinburgh, renting a luxury car is 11% 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:
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 February 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Edinburgh, including Arnold Clark, National and keddy by Europcar. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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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 AED 161. Data was last updated on 22 February 2025.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Edinburgh. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
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 February 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 332/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 154/day from Hertz, booked on Feb. 16.
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 AED 6.40/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 288 and AED 415 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Edinburgh for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is one of the top picks in Edinburgh. They can have you in a hire car for about AED 1,090 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 36% 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?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Edinburgh however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Edinburgh for a month?
Our recent data shows that Hertz can potentially be 31% below the average car hire price in Edinburgh. Check prices and availability for Hertz and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Edinburgh is on average AED 4,673 a month or AED 156 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Edinburgh car hire.
How much is a car hire in Edinburgh for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Edinburgh are typically AED 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 AED 0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in March to be on average AED 100 per day.
What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?
Nissan Qashqai, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Edinburgh according to Cheapflights users.
Small car rentals in Edinburgh
Find small car rental deals in Edinburgh from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Edinburgh cost an average of AED 254 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 February 2025.
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 AED 346 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 February 2025.
Ride in luxury during your trip to Edinburgh by selecting one of these great deals we've found. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
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 22 February 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 (AED 25+).
Electric
AED 25+
Hybrid
AED 38+
Petrol/Diesel
AED 81+