
Cheap Car Rentals in Iceland from AED 128
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 Iceland with a pick-up date of 28/4 and drop-off date of 2/5. 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.
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 common car type | Intermediate |
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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
AED 157
February
AED 161
March
AED 161
April
AED 161
May
AED 168
June
AED 238
July
AED 293
August
AED 271
September
AED 190
October
AED 161
November
AED 161
December
AED 176
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.
Popular car types in Iceland
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Iceland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 15 April 2025.
At AED 152/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Iceland in the past week. Out of 68 car hire agencies operating in Iceland, there are, in total, 245 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:
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 | AED 119 - AED 309 | |
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All Car Types | AED 207 - AED 428 |
To rent a small car in Iceland, you would pay an average price of AED 190/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Iceland (~AED 119/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 309/day). In fact, January is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iceland, renting a small car saves you 36% 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 Iceland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a medium car in Iceland, you would pay an average price of AED 251/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Iceland (~AED 155/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 410/day). In fact, November is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iceland, renting a medium car saves you 15% 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 Iceland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a large car in Iceland, you would pay an average price of AED 602/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Iceland (~AED 406/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 886/day). In fact, September is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iceland, renting a large car is 52% 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 SUV in Iceland, you would pay an average price of AED 278/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Iceland (~AED 162/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 428/day). In fact, February is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iceland, renting a SUV 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. Here are the best Iceland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a van in Iceland, you would pay an average price of AED 316/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a van in Iceland (~AED 195/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~AED 772/day). In fact, April is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iceland, renting a van is 8% 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 Iceland, you would pay an average price of AED 436/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Iceland (~AED 382/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 942/day). In fact, September is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iceland, renting a luxury car is 33% 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.
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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Best Iceland car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Iceland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Iceland with an average daily rate of AED 268. Data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
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 most popular car hire provider in Iceland?
With an average price of AED 130/day, Sixt is the most popular car hire provider in Iceland, booking 133% more hire cars than any other provider.
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 AED 125/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Iceland was found in Reykjavik for just AED 105/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.
Small car rentals in Iceland
Find small car rental deals in Iceland from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Iceland cost an average of AED 246 per day. Price data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Car rentals by fuel type in Iceland
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Iceland. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Iceland. Deals were last updated on 15 April 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Iceland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (AED 36+).