While visiting, is it worthwhile to get a rental car in Dublin?

Dublin has numerous parking lots and garages to take care of your electric car rental’s parking needs. Peak traffic congestion occurs in the morning and the evening on weekdays as residents head to work or back home. Don't try to out-race the locals if you get caught up in traffic. Dart out to Dun Laoghaire for an artsy market exhibition before watching year-round swimmers at Sandycove, all within a two-hour drive range on your passenger van rental. Escape Dublin's hustle and bustle on an economy car rental to enjoy a two-hour visit to Galway City. Stop by the Cliffs of Moher for a taste of Irish rich history. While Dublin is a walkable city, renting a car lets you experience the Emerald Isle better. Rental cars in Dublin can get you out of the busy city center to the suburbs and the beautiful east coastline. Car rentals in Dublin also let you create an imaginative itinerary.

What driving laws should I keep an eye out for in Dublin?

Watch out for a blue "M" symbol that highlights Irish freeways and a green "N" sign for national roads. The local, more rural roads may be narrower than expected. You may also encounter farmers driving herds as you go round bends, proceed carefully in such situations. Ensure that you keep left while driving through Dublin's streets. The driving laws also require all passengers to wear seat belts. Remember to check with Dublin's motor vehicles department to stay up to date with recent law changes.

What kind of driver's license do you need to rent a car in Dublin?

Car rentals in Dublin do not require visitors from the UK, the US, Australia, and Canada to provide international driving permits. You can drive in Ireland with your country's valid driving license for 12 months and then get an Irish license if you intend to extend your stay. UK license holders will have to present a 'check code', valid for 21 days before they get a rental car. Most rental companies also require you to be at least 21 years old to access Dublin car rentals.

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Economy	$6/day
Compact	$8/day
Standard	$13/day
Mini	$6/day
Luxury	$64/day
Compact SUV	$11/day
Intermediate SUV	$15/day

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	Small cars	$14 - $33
	All Car Types	$26 - $67

The average price of a small car rental in Dublin, Ireland is $23. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Dublin, Ireland is in April. The price is 40% lower than the rest of the year at just $14 per day. A small car rental is typically 50% less expensive than the average rental car in Dublin. The average price of a vehicle rental in Dublin can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Dublin small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in Dublin, Ireland is $42. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Dublin, Ireland is in April. The price is 47% lower than the rest of the year at just $23 per day. A medium car rental is typically 7% less expensive than the average rental car in Dublin. The average price of a vehicle rental in Dublin can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Dublin medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in Dublin, Ireland is $133. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Dublin, Ireland is in April. The price is 35% lower than the rest of the year at just $87 per day. A large car rental is typically 66% more expensive than the average rental car in Dublin. The average price of a vehicle rental in Dublin can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a SUV rental in Dublin, Ireland is $32. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Dublin, Ireland is in April. The price is 38% lower than the rest of the year at just $20 per day. A SUV rental is typically 31% less expensive than the average rental car in Dublin. The average price of a vehicle rental in Dublin can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Dublin SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in Dublin, Ireland is $109. The cheapest time to rent a van in Dublin, Ireland is in November. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just $76 per day. A van rental is typically 59% more expensive than the average rental car in Dublin. The average price of a vehicle rental in Dublin can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a pickup truck rental in Dublin, Ireland is $106. The cheapest time to rent a pickup truck in Dublin, Ireland is in September. The price is 78% lower than the rest of the year at just $24 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 58% more expensive than the average rental car in Dublin. The average price of a vehicle rental in Dublin can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a luxury car rental in Dublin, Ireland is $140. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in Dublin, Ireland is in November. The price is 42% lower than the rest of the year at just $82 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 68% more expensive than the average rental car in Dublin. The average price of a vehicle rental in Dublin can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Dublin luxury car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

Hyundai i10

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Up to 2 passengers

$6/day

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Chevrolet Spark

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Up to 2 passengers

$6/day

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Rental cars insight and trends in Dublin

Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in Dublin

What is the cheapest rental car agency in Dublin?

The cheapest rental cars in Dublin are generally found through Europcar. When booking with Europcar, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as $5/day. The average price to rent a car in Dublin is $15/day.

What car rental company in Dublin has the most locations?

keddy by Europcar has the most locations of any rental car company in Dublin, with 11 locations.

What car do most people rent in Dublin?

Volkswagen T-Cross rentals and Volkswagen Tiguan rentals in Dublin are the two most popular car models, according to our data. Volkswagen T-Cross rental prices in Dublin can vary depending on what company you rent from, but our users have found that prices average $35/day and can be as low as $12/day. Volkswagen Tiguan rental prices can also vary, but tend to average $52/day, with the cheapest deals as low as $6/day.

Dublin car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Dublin

Sixt

6.8

Okay

133 reviews•4 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

Great staff.

8.0

Very good|Sep 2023

The process was fine. Felt blindsided by insurance when I got there tho

8.0

Very good|Sep 2023

Everyone was very friendly. However – I did not know that I would have to pay more for an automatic. Nothing in my reservation ever said that.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

too expensive. no logic to charge for travel into Northern ireland. 2nd driver should be free

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

My problem was with the booking. No insurance included so large additional cost at desk. Won’t use kayak again

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Staff were extremely helpful. Check-in and check-out were quick and easy.

1 out of 45

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.2

Wonderful

33 reviews•6 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2023

It was a great experience with Enterprise rent a car in Dublin Airport Ireland. Easy pickup and drop off. Malik was especially helpful. He told us where to go and the best way to get to departure. Overall the experience was excellent! We highly recommend it!

6.0

Okay|May 2023

Car was not ready for rental, it had failing battery on the key fob, tire kept losing air throughout the trip and the GPS was inaccurate one out of four times.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Friendly service

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2023

Great services d full explanation upon pickup of all the Ireland tolls etc. very informative

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

Trying to find out where to return a car in Dublin Airport is a nightmare - car hire in Ireland is excessively expensive

10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2022

Everything worked great. The car was a good size and realtively new. The people involved were all very nice.

1 out of 11

Hertz

6.7

Okay

41 reviews•5 locations

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2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

I have rented a car and prepaid all taxes and service fees before travelling to Ireland with a fully paid and non refundable reservation number from Kayak. My husband was the driver of this vehicle and presented to the airport for pick up on August 19, 2023. He travels extensively for work and has a credit card that covers Collision Damages Waiver and Theft Protection. He explained this clearly to the agent Michael, who insisted that he would be required and it was MANDATORY (the words exactly used) to purchase these. He upsold him the Supercover insurance and told my husband that this is mandatory. I examined the contract when he returned and told me the nature of this conversation. Having lived and studied in Ireland myself for 5 years, I did my due diligence and inquired from other car rental agencies and examined the legislation within Ireland to determine the validity of these claims. My clear understanding is that Third Party Liability insurance is a legal requirement in the prepaid price of all car rentals in Ireland, protecting from property damage, injury and death. Fire insurance is also included in this prepaid price. If the CDW and TP is declined or that written proof is required and the customer declines this, a credit card authorization of a larger amount can be applied to the rental. These options were not presented and in fact, miscommunicated at the time of rental by your agent Michael. This should be investigated and the insurance reimbursed, or at the very least the supercollision insurance that was in fact, not required.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

Pickup and drop off were dreadful. Not open at published business hours. Car not available at time requested.

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Very friendly service and extremely easy processing

4.0

Mediocre|Jun 2023

Car was technically "similar" to what we reserved (5 person + luggage) but actually much smaller with tiny little back windows so rear passengers couldnt see much. Also, crazy stupid requirements to waive insurance were not stated ahead of time.

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Great service dropping off at Belfast city center.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Picked car up in downtown Dublin. Nice clean comfortable to drive vehicle. Quick pickup and drop off. Full insurance coverage for 2 weeks seemed expensive, so shop around. No issues with rental at all and good service.

1 out of 14

Dollar

6.7

Okay

32 reviews•3 locations

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2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

I was very unhappy with been forced to pay 420 euro for car insurance. In the past I always opted to provide a deposit on my credit card. On this occasion I was told it was illegal to rent a car without paying the insurance. I even showed that my car insurance provider covers me for car rental up to 100000 dollars but the guy at the desk refused to accept. I though the whole process was very shady. Iv rented cars for up to ten years before covid and this experience I won't forget in a hurry.

8.0

Very good|Apr 2023

Lack of info about drop off, bit confusing.

2.0

Poor|Oct 2022

The main issue was the car I ordered was not the one they said I ordered. They blamed Kayak saying you all miss led me. You offered a midsize SUV but it was a small SUV. How is that my fault??? The issue is between you and them but I payed the price! The car was off site and we had to wait 50 minutes for a shuttle bus. Dollar were under staffed and the lines were long. They told me to never use Kayak again to book a car with them. I’m staying away from both Dollar and Kayak for our trips moving forward!!!! Not a happy customer!!!!!

8.0

Very good|Apr 2022

It would be great to have insurance information upfront.

3.9

Poor|Aug 2021

Rental agent was rather unprofessional. After a long flight from Canada, the last thing I wanted was an unhelpful agent. A side note, not one person at the desk was wearing a mask.

1 out of 11

Budget

6.6

Okay

61 reviews•3 locations

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4.0

Mediocre|Aug 2023

The car was good, the staff efficient. My big problem was that there was no insurance within the reservation and at the rental desk I had to pay 400 euros more (for just the car to insure, not the passengers, and for a higher price than usual). It was a very bad surprise as during the reservation online it was not clearly said that the reservation was without the insurance. I insure my personal car for less than 200 euros per year, how can an insurance for 6 days costs 400 euros with a 2000 euros franchise? I advice everybody to double check the insurance condition during the reservation!

2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

I booked on your site for a 77 year old man and when we arrived, they refused to rent us a car. Luckily I myself had my driving license even though I didn't want to drive in Ireland. they also insisted we had to take their insurance as we couldn't opt out even though we were insured through our visa card.... Amazingly inefficient service on your part and not much better at Budget!

8.0

Very good|Jan 2023

Very easy to collection and drop off. Would have liked to be able to drop off at the airport rather than use the shuttle as we had two small children with us.

6.0

Okay|Nov 2022

Staff was really professional and friendly. I did pay 120 EUR for 2 days rental, basic insurance only and had to leave 2000 EUR deposit for Skoda Fabia that was so basic, it did not have Bluetooth to play music. Comparing that to rentals I had in other countries or even in Ireland few years back price is extremely high.

8.0

Very good|Jun 2022

I was charged €24.73 after I dropped off the car, no idea why as I had paid all the tolls for highways used. Can you please enquire.

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2022

Very kind staff. Fast pick up and Return of the rental-car. The explanation where the shuttle picks up the people could be also send by mail with a map since there are two Stops at Terminal 1/2. We hope the rental-cars will be one day affordable for all people again ..it got really expansive the last years.( esp. during Corona. Thank you so much for Everything.

1 out of 21

Avis

6.0

Okay

57 reviews•4 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2023

Everything was perfect.

8.0

Very good|Jun 2023

I was not informed that drop off was at airport. My drop off time was 10:00 and I was informed to bring back rental to rental park instead of airport.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Great car (Nissan Micra), clean, great gas mileage. Desk clerks at Avis very efficient.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

We reserved a 9 passenger van went to pick it up was told don’t have them so people in our party had to rent another vehicle

8.0

Very good|May 2023

No one at drop off spot Had to go upstairs to rental counter

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

Avis cancelled our car without proposing a different one. We had to scramble to find what we wanted and had to pay a little more but we found a car with Sixt. I would go with them again instead of Avis.

1 out of 19

Payless

5.9

Fair

31 reviews•3 locations

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2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

The overall rental experience was poor. Renting/reserving through your site was confusing and I was not able or couldn't figure out how to add insurance and a GPS Nav system through your site. Thus, the upcharge at the counter was significantly higher. No one was at the Payless counter in the terminal so a sign referred you to get service at the Avis counter. There was no Payless representation in the actual lot either, so again you're dealing with a person working the Avis counter. That's where I was getting upcharged like crazy when getting into a car, to the tune of around $100/day for the cheapest smallest size car. It does get better, good and bad. The piece of s**t car they put me into had 78K miles, the key fob didn't work and to top it off, there was a tire, not a spare (tire on a rim), but just a tire with a hole in the sidewall, stuffed into the little trunk. The good news, when I went back to the rental center on the lot to point this out so that I wouldn't get charged, a service guy in the lot asked what was going on. I explained and he got very upset that I was receiving poor and dangerous (if I had gotten a flat out on the road) service. He asked what insurance I had selected, when I told him I was paying full but through Avis (approx $60 euro/day), he said he'd get me in a better car. This guy walked in, grabbed another set of keys and sent me on my way. The on-the-side upgrade put me in a Toyota Yaris Hybrid with low miles, like 5K, the car performed just fine. So, in the end I was happy with what I was driving however it my daily rate with insurance was around $100euro/day. I ended up returning it a few days sooner than initially planned. Taking advantage of tourists with upcharges didn't seem exclusive to the car rentals; Ryan Air and some hotels along the way used the same practices. Specific to renting through your site, I was not pleased.

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2023

We did have to pay another insurance at the desk, but apart from that no other tricks or extra charges were applied.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

The only thing good about it was the convenience within the airport. The person at the rental desk tried to sell me on a package that would have caused over a thousand dollars for eight days. I have booked another reservation with Easirent but didn't realize it at the time because I was a bit delirious from the flight I ended up going with Easirent because the price was about 50% less with full insurance. The only thing about that choice is you have to take a shuttle to the location of the car and it's not that easy to find the pickup point otherwise they did an incredible job

6.0

Okay|Jun 2023

Mostly ok. Insurance options were not explained well enough.

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2022

They made the drop off really easy. It was after hours. I took it to I municipal parking lot, dropped off the car, walked two blocks, dropped off the keys in the mailbox, easy Peezy!! They were very helpful on the phone and answered all of my questions

2.0

Poor|Jun 2022

The place did not exist.

1 out of 11

Europcar

5.8

Fair

47 reviews•9 locations

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2.0

Poor|May 2023

They did not inform me in advance I needed specific documentation to avoid making the insurance mandatory so I was forced to increase my rental cost by 120.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

Very poor communication and I think we got scammed. They charged us $61 per day for insurance and said it was mandatory. Everyone else we talked to paid anywhere from $17-$30 per day for insurance. When we asked if there was any cheaper insurance option they said this was the only one and absolutely required otherwise we could not take the car and we had already paid for it in full. There was no information anywhere before or during of insurance requirements or costs.

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

They did not accept a letter from my credit card company for CDL insurance because it did not say Ireland on the letter. The letter said I was covered "Worldwide" but they would not accept it, therefore, I had to pay an extra €350 for the rental car. What an absolute scam!!!

2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

This location was an embarrassment to rental car facilities. It took over 1.5 hours (with small children) to pickup the vehicle. The staff was adamant about selling their insurance coverage, which I did not need since my VISA card covers rental car insurance (fully). In advance of picking-up the vehicle, I followed all instructions and had letters issued from my credit card company and the insurer. The counter staff refused to accept the paperwork, since it said that the full insurance was valid WORLDWIDE. They literally indicated that it had to say 'Ireland', and that worldwide wasn't acceptable (!?). It took me 60mins on hold with my insurer (long distance, roaming) to get the letter updated. The insurer (a worldwide, large insurance company) indicated they had never heard of this requirement before. The counter staff was intent on charging me over 800eur for insurance, which is extortionate and ridiculous. Avoid this location at all costs - definitely something wrong with management/ownership (this is not a corporate Europcar facility, but rather a franchise location).

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2023

I had a great experience at Europcar Dublin. They served me very quickly, all of them were knowledgeable, friendly and willing to help me with any request and query that I had. The car was clean and we'll maintained. Really happy with the rent.

10.0

Wonderful|Nov 2022

Make sure the spare tyre is in the vehicle. All else was good. Staff were exceptionally helpful.

1 out of 16

Quick facts about car rentals in Dublin

Get the overview on great rental deals, popular car rental companies, and best car types for your visit in Dublin

Most Popular Agency	Europcar
Popular Car Types	Economy, SUV, Intermediate
Cheapest Rental Car	$8
Most Popular Model	Volkswagen T-Cross

The most popular Dublin car rental agency found on momondo this month is Europcar. Other top choices for car rental companies are Sixt and Easirent

The following car types were offered at rental car companies in Dublin in the past 72 hours: Economy, SUV, Intermediate.

The lowest price for a rental car in Dublin is $8/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $26/day.

The most popular car model to rent in Dublin in the past 7 days is the Volkswagen T-Cross. Our users also prefer the Volkswagen Tiguan as an alternative.

Driving with a rental car in Dublin - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Dublin so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How much will it cost to rent a car in Dublin, Ireland in May?

Our data shows that for weekend car rental deals during May in Dublin, you can expect to pay around $48. A particularly good deal might be around $5, which is the lowest quote for Dublin we've seen so far. For a one-week car rental, Dublin prices in May average $32 with the best deals starting at $5.

Is there a fee to cancel my Dublin, Ireland car rental?

Rental cars in Dublin from popular agencies such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, and Budget will generally offer free cancellation. While momondo does not have any control over cancellation policies for rental cars in Dublin, we can help you find the cheapest car to rent for your upcoming trip.

What is the best type of car to rent in Dublin during May?

A Standard car is the ideal car to rent when visiting Dublin in May. On average, Dublin receives 2.6″ of precipitation and temperatures hover around 57.2 °F during the month of May. These conditions are well-suited for a standard, which can easily handle a bit of rain and even hold up well when temperatures fall. Renting a Standard in Dublin will cost you $48/day on average.

What is the speed limit in Dublin, Ireland?

The speed limit in Dublin is 35 mph, unless otherwise stated on road signs. Dublin also has a suburban speed limit of 65 mph which is strictly enforced. If you find yourself on a highway in Dublin, be aware that the speed limit is generally 75 mph.

What car rental company has the Nissan Qashqai in Dublin?

If you’re interested in renting the Nissan Qashqai in Dublin, then Dollar is the most popular car rental company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV rentals). Nissan Qashqai rentals in Dublin from Dollar are $49 per day on average.Dollar also has other SUV car rentals in Dublin in case you change your mind about the Nissan Qashqai. For instance, the Audi A6 is available in Dublin from Dollar.

What is the weather like in Dublin, Ireland in April?

In April, Dublin usually gets 2.1″ of precipitation and has an average temperature of 46.4 °F. This information can be very helpful when looking at rental cars in Dublin as it can help you make the best decision.

Is the weather in Dublin similar to the rest of Dublin?

Travelers looking to leave from Dublin on a road trip around Dublin or the surrounding areas during the month of April should expect temperatures around 44.6 °F and about 2″ of possible rain through the month.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Dublin?

Prices for cars in Dublin are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Dublin?

There are 86 operators available for cars in Dublin as of April 2024.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Dublin?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Dublin. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To rent a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen rental company before making a reservation.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Dublin?

To rent a car in Dublin, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Dublin?

Using momondo to book a car rental in Dublin could save you time and money. momondo searches thousands of car rental websites and locations to provide you with a wide selection of options and cars to choose from.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Dublin?

By the use of filters, momondo makes finding a great car rental in Dublin easier. Whether it is price, car type, amenities or policies, momondo allows you to refine your search with these and more filters to find the best deal for you.