Iceland car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Iceland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 May 2025.
Most popular company | Ace |
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Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | $109 |
Cheapest price per day | $53 |
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 May 2025.
January
$72
February
$74
March
$74
April
$75
May
$79
June
$111
July
$136
August
$126
September
$86
October
$74
November
$74
December
$80
Compare available car types for rental in Iceland
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 May 2025.
Small cars | $51 - $176 | |
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All Car Types | $58 - $174 |
To hire a small car in Iceland, you would pay an average price of $90/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Iceland (~$51/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$176/day). In fact, November is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iceland, hiring a small car saves you 4% 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 Iceland, you would pay an average price of $74/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Iceland (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$182/day). In fact, December is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iceland, hiring a medium car 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.
To hire a SUV in Iceland, you would pay an average price of $90/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Iceland (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$166/day). In fact, November is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Iceland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iceland, hiring a SUV saves you 3% 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 Iceland
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Iceland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Iceland. Reviews were last updated on 15 May 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Iceland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 May 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Iceland?
With an average price of $60/day, Ice Rental 4x4 is the most popular car hire provider in Iceland, booking 125% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Iceland?
At $109/day, it is 0% cheaper on average to rent a car in Reykjavik than any other city in Iceland. The cheapest price found in Iceland was for $52/day in Reykjavik.
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.