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Cheap Car Hire in Cork, Ireland

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Cork?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cork, Ireland 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 30 April 2025.

January

₹ 1,277

February

₹ 1,277

March

₹ 1,788

April

₹ 2,639

May

₹ 3,150

June

₹ 2,554

July

₹ 3,321

August

₹ 4,087

September

₹ 2,299

October

₹ 1,703

November

₹ 1,447

December

₹ 2,725

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cork is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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 Cork, Ireland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Cork, Ireland to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

Small cars

₹ 938 - ₹ 5,907

All Car Types

₹ 938 - ₹ 14,538

To hire a small car in Cork, Ireland, you would pay an average price of ₹ 2,084/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cork, Ireland (~₹ 938/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~₹ 5,907/day). In fact, January is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cork. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cork, hiring a small car saves you 60% 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 Cork, Ireland, you would pay an average price of ₹ 2,817/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cork, Ireland (~₹ 2,283/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~₹ 11,296/day). In fact, April is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Cork. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cork, hiring a medium car saves you 46% 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 SUV in Cork, Ireland, you would pay an average price of ₹ 4,138/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cork, Ireland (~₹ 2,487/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~₹ 15,921/day). In fact, June is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cork. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cork, hiring a SUV saves you 20% 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 Cork, Ireland

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cork, Ireland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cork, Ireland. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Cork area such as Thrifty, Alamo and keddy by Europcar. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Thrifty

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

FLIZZR

1 location

Hertz

7.5
Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.0

Budget

7.0
Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Europcar

6.8
Okay
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cork, Ireland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Cork?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), Alamo (10.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Cork.

  • What are petrol prices like in Cork?

    The average price of petrol in Cork is ₹ 159/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 7,166 and ₹ 10,351 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cork for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in Cork, offering car hire for around ₹ 16,697 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 51% to make it a great deal in Cork. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cork?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Cork for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Cork?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Cork is Intermediate (Toyota Corolla Wagon) based on our Cheapflights data.

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