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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 31 January 2025.

January

S$ 21

February

S$ 18

March

S$ 39

April

S$ 28

May

S$ 48

June

S$ 39

July

S$ 52

August

S$ 63

September

S$ 35

October

S$ 27

November

S$ 22

December

S$ 43

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cork is February. 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 31 January 2025.

Small cars

S$ 10 - S$ 67

All Car Types

S$ 10 - S$ 184

To hire a small car in Cork, Ireland, you would pay an average price of S$ 27/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cork, Ireland (~S$ 10/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~S$ 67/day). In fact, April is about 63% 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 53% 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 31 January 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Cork, including Thrifty, Alamo and keddy by Europcar in Cork. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

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

Avis

6.8
Okay
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

6.4

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 31 January 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 S$ 2.53/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 114 and S$ 164 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 53% 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 Compact (Ford Puma) based on our Cheapflights data.

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