Cheap Car Hire in Iceland from just $50

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Best deals found for Iceland car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in Iceland

Nissan Micra

or similar Mini

Up to 2 passengers

$50/day

16 May - 30 May

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Hyundai Accent Hatch

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$52/day

16 May - 30 May

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Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar Mini

Up to 2 passengers

5-door vehicles

$53/day

16 May - 30 May

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Kia Stonic

or similar Compact SUV

Up to 4 passengers

$56/day

16 May - 30 May

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Mazda CX-30

or similar Compact SUV

Up to 4 passengers

$59/day

5 May - 12 May

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Mitsubishi Eclipse

or similar Intermediate SUV

Up to 5 passengers

2-door vehicles

$61/day

16 May - 30 May

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Kia Picanto

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$61/day

16 May - 30 May

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Toyota Yaris

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$62/day

4 May - 11 May

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Kia Picanto

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$62/day

4 May - 11 May

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Car hire insight and trends in Iceland

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in Iceland

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What is the cheapest car hire agency in Iceland?

At the moment, the cheapest car hire agency in Iceland is Fair Car, through whom users can find deals for as low as $71 per day. Users who book a rental car with Fair Car tend to find prices that are lower than the $118 per day national average. Keep in mind that prices may vary depending on where you are renting, how many days you hire for, and the type of car you choose.

What is the most popular car hire agency in Iceland?

If you plan to hire a car in Iceland, we recommend booking with Ice Rental 4x4, one of the most popular agencies in the country. In the past month, 51% of our users selected Ice Rental 4x4 for their car hire needs. The agency also has a customer satisfaction rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 30 reviewers.

What car hire company in Iceland has the most locations?

The car hire company with the most locations in Iceland is keddy by Europcar. They currently have 21 locations that can be found within airports and cities across the country. Not sure what city you want to visit but know that you want to hire a car from keddy by Europcar? Reykjavik is the most popular city to visit in Iceland, with 5 keddy by Europcar car hire locations.

Iceland car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in Iceland that's right for you

	Small cars	$69 - $121
	All Car Types	$81 - $179

The average price of a small car hire in Iceland is $84. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Iceland is in January. The price is 18% lower than the rest of the year at just $69 per day. A small car rental is typically 27% less expensive than the average rental car in Iceland. The average price of a vehicle hire in Iceland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Iceland small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in Iceland is $105. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Iceland is in March. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just $76 per day. A medium car rental is typically 8% less expensive than the average rental car in Iceland. The average price of a vehicle hire in Iceland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a large car hire in Iceland is $231. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Iceland is in February. The price is 41% lower than the rest of the year at just $137 per day. A large car rental is typically 51% more expensive than the average rental car in Iceland. The average price of a vehicle hire in Iceland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a SUV hire in Iceland is $112. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Iceland is in March. The price is 29% lower than the rest of the year at just $80 per day. A SUV rental is typically 2% less expensive than the average rental car in Iceland. The average price of a vehicle hire in Iceland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Iceland SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in Iceland is $203. The cheapest time to hire a van in Iceland is in April. The price is 53% lower than the rest of the year at just $96 per day. A van rental is typically 44% more expensive than the average rental car in Iceland. The average price of a vehicle hire in Iceland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a luxury car hire in Iceland is $235. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Iceland is in October. The price is 42% lower than the rest of the year at just $139 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 52% more expensive than the average rental car in Iceland. The average price of a vehicle hire in Iceland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

Nissan Micra

or similar Mini

Up to 2 passengers

$50/day

16 May - 30 May

See offer

Hyundai Accent Hatch

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$52/day

16 May - 30 May

See offer

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar Mini

Up to 2 passengers

5-door vehicles

$53/day

16 May - 30 May

See offer

Iceland car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Iceland

Europcar

8.2

Very Good

32 reviews•17 locations

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

They didn’t show up to the rental pick up location and left us there.

6.0

Okay|Aug 2023

Car was not ready for pickup. The staff continually told us it would be 20 minutes and it was hours.

4.0

Mediocre|July 2023

Small car for a lot of money, not worth the value at all. As I was sitting in the car with my doors closed someone opened the door into my door and caused the damage. Europcar wanted to charge me for other person’s fault!

8.0

Very Good|June 2023

The car was great. The check in was slow.

10.0

Wonderful|June 2023

I liked the convenience of the location for renting a car while in port on a cruise ship. Very easy. It was a little expensive for a one day rental.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

The folks at the registration desks were super kind and helpful. When the original car we rented in Reykjavik had engine troubles along our journey - they provided a replacement and upgraded car for us in Akuyreri. Hassle free pick-ups and drop-offs.

1 out of 11

Hertz

8.0

Very Good

30 reviews•17 locations

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Recent reviews

6.0

Okay|Sept 2023

Out of the way location, we returned the car after the office was closed and had a really hard time getting a ride back to our cruise ship. Had to walk 10 minutes to a nearby hotel to catch a taxi.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Great. Provided transportation to city center from the airport..

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Driving the Tesla was a great experience and well worth it. My experience would have been even better if I known that a shuttle from my hotel was available. I had to pay for a taxi.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Difficult to reach in country customer service for necessary service.

8.0

Very Good|July 2023

Too bad we didn't know there was a pick up service at the cruise terminal. Expensive, like everything else in Iceland. Staff was very friendly.

10.0

Wonderful|June 2023

Really friendly staff. Easy to pick up the car. The car worked well. Pumping gas in Iceland (or at least, figuring out how to pay for it) was a little confusing from an American perspective!

1 out of 10

Budget

8.2

Very Good

12 reviews•8 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Great rental experience! Affordable, easy, and very attentive staff at the airport. Car was nice and perfect for what I needed. My tire pressure light went on during my road trip and I emailed for assistance; didn't get a response for a couple of days, but I think I emailed the wrong address? Anyway I was able to fill the tires with air at a roadside gas station, no problem. I would definitely rent from Budget again!

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

Better explanation of where to pick up the car after leaving rental counter

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2022

They gave us a car upgrade free :)

3.9

Poor|Aug 2021

The vehicle was very good. However, after driving it for about an hour or so, we started detecting a slight odor. That odor started getting worse as time went on and by the time we returned it, we couldn't wait to get out of the car it reeked so much, like there was a dead fish lodged somewhere. We had looked all over and couldn't find the source but it was terrible. I told the agent when we returned the car and he just offered to give us an upgrade the next time we picked up a car there, like never!

1.9

Poor|July 2021

The line to pick up the car that I had already paid for was an hour, and then when we got to the desk they said that it would be another 1 - 2 hours before they had the car ready. Walked over to National and there was no line at the desk and they had a car for me in 5 minutes. At least Budget gave me a refund on my payment.

1 out of 4

GREEN MOTION

7.9

Good

3 reviews•5 locations

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|May 2023

I had to put on a spare tire due to faulty tire. The fleet manager never called back.

8.0

Very Good|Aug 2022

The rental office is very close to the airport, but the directions that were emailed to me were not good. No one inside the airport could tell me where you were at. We ended up having a cab drive us to the location we were we mailed only to find out that you were back behind the airport in an office connected to a hotel. That little ride cost me $30.00. But the car was great, the staff were efficient, and the car was big enough to carry 3 people and two weeks worth of luggage. The price was the lowest we found. We will rent from you folks again.

7.9

Good|July 2021

The car was older, beat up, and dirty. But on the flip-side, you didn’t have to worry about where you took it.

1 out of 1

Thrifty

7.6

Good

19 reviews•7 locations

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Recent reviews

6.0

Okay|July 2023

Car was a Citroen, which I had never driven before. The pickup was a disaster. I arrived 45 mins early and asked if I could pick up then. The person on desk said they were cleaning it and it would be a few minutes. Over an hour later (25 minutes AFTER our designated pickup time) it was ready. They gave me an extra hour as compensation, big deal!! Car accelerated ok, but when it got to about 80 or 90 kmh it felt like alignment was out or a wheel was damaged. I didn't tell them this on return, as I was worried they would think I did it. Dropoff was smooth, so at least thanks for that small mercy. Quite the contrast to our experience earlier in our trip with Hertz!

6.0

Okay|July 2023

Overall okay. Pick up was fast and easy. Drop off was difficult finding a gas station that was open and would take our Visa card. We also spent a lot of time waiting to get the ride to the airport

8.0

Very Good|June 2023

Be prepared to decide if you want rock chip insurance or not. It's a hard sell and spendy at 15 euros a day. We only rented for a few days and didn't travel all around the island so decided to risk it, but I worried the entire time! Also, you have to pay 5 Euros a day for an extra driver, which seemed worth it to me, but should have been included if you carry the same insurance. You need to take a shuttle from airport to Thrifty and it's really difficult to figure out where to find this, which was very very frustrating. There are no signs in the airport telling you where Thrifty is and it is not with the other car rental agencies as you would expect. You are to meet near a sign called the Meeting Place and a driver comes inside the airport to lead you to the shuttle. I don't know how you call them to tell them you are there though - no phone. Fortunately one other traveler was able to call them. None of this information is written on your confirmation of rental. Also, long lines to pick up as well as drop off the car. I wouldn't use them again.

10.0

Wonderful|June 2023

We were told that someone would come in through the rotating doors at the meeting point. We waited for quite a while then happened to spot a Thrifty van behind us on the Iceland Air check in side. By the time we got to the bus, it only had one seat left (as other customers had obviously been given slightly different instructions and although they arrived at the meeting point after us, knew where to look.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

I like everything about this guys. As far as anything better? Nothing.. Absolutely great customer service.. Thank you all….

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2022

Exceptional staff - friendly, welcoming and accommodating. Went out of their way to offer advice on local travel. Great team!

1 out of 7

Ice Rental Cars

7.5

Good

10 reviews•5 locations

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Dollar

7.2

Good

20 reviews•7 locations

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2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

It’s sucked. The guy was rude at check in, we got charged double from what I was quoted. AND I still, 4 days after dropping off, don’t have a finalized bill.

4.0

Mediocre|July 2023

I would never rent a car from Dollar in Iceland again. I would urge others not to rent from them either. First, it was extremely difficult to find their location. Unlike most of the other car rental companies, they do not have an office inside the airport. It took extra time to find out that their office requires a shuttle that is 10 mins away. However, the worst part is that there is no Dollar return at the airport either. We spent 20 mins looking for Dollar's return. When we finally found it, we realized their office was closed, which meant there was no shuttle back to the airport. My husband and 2 other families had to split an Uber to get back to the airport. Dollar never explained how to return the car nor that the office wouldn't be open early in the morning for returns. It was a huge hassle! I will not rent from Dollar again.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Very friendly staff!

1.9

Poor|Sept 2021

I had rented a car for the incorrect dates, but immediately attempted to change the dates and the website would not allow me to do so. I attempted to call, but there was no answer. I emailed, but got no response. As a last resort, canceled the reservation on the website, but it did not list as canceled, until, eventually, it did say it was cancelled, but charged me the entire cost of the rental as a ‘cancellation fee.’ I would like my money back.

7.9

Good|Aug 2021

The car was exactly what we ordered so we were very happy with that. The only issue was how long we had to wait in line to rent. They did not have that many people at the Reykjavik airport pickup to help. Other than that it was a great experience!

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2021

Pick up was a bit confusing, mostly because I misread the email. Would be awesome if there were signs for dollar somewhere in the airport, even if that sign just said to press the pickup button.

1 out of 7

Ice Rental 4x4

6.8

Okay

11 reviews•6 locations

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Car hire in Iceland

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

What side of the road do people in Iceland drive on?

Drivers in Iceland, including drivers visiting from foreign countries, are required to travel on the right. Keep in mind that driving on the opposite side can lead to both a traffic violation and serious accidents.

How good are the roads in Iceland?

According to 2019 data, Iceland ranks 38 in the world for road quality. The country has a road quality score of 4.8 out of 7, where 7 is the highest possible score. Keep in mind that weather and construction can also affect road conditions during your visit.

What is the drink driving limit in Iceland?

The drinking and driving limit in Iceland is 0.05%. Regions and cities within Iceland might have their own local drinking and driving laws on top of the country-wide mandated law, so be sure to check before booking your car hire. If you are younger than 20, which is the legal drinking age in Iceland, then you may face strict penalties if you are caught drink-driving. Keep in mind that it is never a good idea to drink-drive no matter how old you are.

How much does petrol cost in Iceland?

On average, the price of petrol last week in Iceland was $3.46 per litre. If you aren’t set on hiring a car in Iceland, then consider Kuwait. Petrol prices there are some of the cheapest in the world at $0.54 per litre as of last week. Hong Kong is another great place to visit and rent a car, but keep in mind that petrol prices can be expensive at around $5.17 per litre.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Iceland?

Prices for cars in Iceland are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Iceland?

As of April 2025, there are 249 operators available to choose from for cars in Iceland.

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

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Iceland. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire 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 hire company before making a reservation.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Iceland?

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in Iceland. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Iceland?

You should book a car hire in Iceland using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the car hire prices and policies, all you need to do is compare and choose what works best for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Iceland?

momondo helps you find the best car hire deal in Iceland by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.

Does momondo show car hire deals in Iceland with free cancellation?

Free cancellation is a policy that can be filtered on momondo car hire searches for Iceland and all other locations. Availability may vary by location.