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Cheap Car Rentals in Edinburgh from ₹ 2,019

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 19/5 and drop-off date of 23/5. 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.
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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 26 April 2025.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 149

Average price per day

₹ 7,005

Cheapest price per day

₹ 2,019

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 26 April 2025.

January

₹ 2,646

February

₹ 2,390

March

₹ 2,988

April

₹ 4,695

May

₹ 5,122

June

₹ 4,183

July

₹ 4,268

August

₹ 4,097

September

₹ 3,585

October

₹ 3,158

November

₹ 2,988

December

₹ 4,610

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 26 April 2025.

There are, in total, 102 car hire locations in Edinburgh that are operated by 35 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: ₹ 2,019/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Edinburgh hire providers:

Economy

Economy

₹ 2,019+

Compact

Compact

₹ 2,386+

Minivan

Minivan

₹ 5,203+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 6,355+

Mini

Mini

₹ 1,851+

Premium

Premium

₹ 4,244+

Luxury

Luxury

₹ 7,142+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₹ 2,856+

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 26 April 2025.

Small cars

₹ 2,718 - ₹ 6,021

All Car Types

₹ 4,944 - ₹ 10,029

To hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of ₹ 4,412/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~₹ 2,718/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~₹ 6,021/day). In fact, November is about 39% 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 42% 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 hire a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,355/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~₹ 2,958/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~₹ 9,172/day). In fact, January is about 54% 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 16% 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 ₹ 10,060/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~₹ 6,400/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~₹ 13,891/day). In fact, November is about 37% 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 26% 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 hire a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of ₹ 7,793/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~₹ 4,128/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~₹ 11,621/day). In fact, January is about 48% 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 is 4% 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 hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of ₹ 11,686/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~₹ 5,290/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~₹ 18,285/day). In fact, February is about 55% 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 is 36% 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 luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of ₹ 10,824/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom (~₹ 7,527/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~₹ 14,575/day). In fact, February is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Edinburgh. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Edinburgh, hiring a luxury car is 31% 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:

Ford Ikon₹ 2,019/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ikon
Honda City₹ 2,386/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City

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 26 April 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Edinburgh area such as Arnold Clark, National and keddy by Europcar. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Edinburgh, including Arnold Clark, National and keddy by Europcar.

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

8.6

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

8.0
Very Good
16 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Budget

7.5
Good
8 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.5

Sixt

7.4
Good
17 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.8

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 ₹ 3,423. Data was last updated on 26 April 2025.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Edinburgh. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Ford Ikon₹ 2,019/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ikon
Honda City₹ 2,386/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Ford Ka₹ 2,644/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Edinburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 7,005/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 4,360/day from Provider's pick, booked on Apr. 20.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Edinburgh?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Edinburgh from the following companies over the past two weeks: DRIVALIA (₹ 1,851/day), GREEN MOTION (₹ 3,112/day), and National (₹ 7,142/day).

  • 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 ₹ 149/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 6,685 and ₹ 9,656 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Edinburgh for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

    GREEN MOTION is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Edinburgh. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about ₹ 29,068 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Edinburgh for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 34% on a hire car in Edinburgh. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • 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?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Edinburgh is ₹ 124,578 (₹ 4,153/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Edinburgh for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Edinburgh are typically ₹ 5,225 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to ₹ 5,225. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in May to be on average ₹ 7,432 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Mini (Volkswagen Sharan) in Edinburgh, making it the most popular option.

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 26 April 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 (₹ 26+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 26+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 40+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 63+

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