Cork car hires from £12/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Cork with a pick-up date of 20/5 and drop-off date of 27/5. 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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Cheap car hire in Cork

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Volkswagen Polo car
Volkswagen Polo
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
£13/day
Ford Focus car
Ford Focus
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
£12/day
Kia Optima car
Kia Optima
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
£23/day
Ford Mondeo car
Ford Mondeo
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
£22/day
Nissan Qashqai car
Nissan Qashqai
or similar Van
5
3
4-5
M
£25/day
Volvo S80 car
Volvo S80
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
M
£49/day
Nissan Juke car
Nissan Juke
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
£18/day
Volkswagen T-Cross car
Volkswagen T-Cross
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
£20/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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Good to know

Most popular agency

Easirent

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

£35/day

Good deal

£24/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Cork car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Cork with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Cork?

You should book your car hire in Cork around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Cork?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Budget (£8.30/day), Easirent (£8.61/day), and CARHIRE.ie (£11.21/day). The cheapest car hire price was found at Budget Arrivals Hall (3.4 mi from city centre).

What is the best car hire company in Cork?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Cork are Thrifty (10.0), Alamo (10.0, 2 reviews), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0).

What is the most popular car to hire in Cork?

Economy cars (Nissan Micra or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Cork. Economy cars in Cork cost £27/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as £14/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Cork?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Cork is January at an average cost of £11/day. August is the most expensive month to hire a car in Cork when prices are £36/day on average, which tends to be 33% above the yearly average hire price for Cork.

What car hire company in Cork has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Sunnycars operate 3 locations each in Cork, more than any other car hire company.

Cork car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who hired a car in Cork 
Verified travelerOct 2024
Check with the agency on what insurance is necessary before buying anything.
Verified travelerJul 2023
The car rental counter is in the airport - took us awhile to find it.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Cork

  • No trip to Cork is complete without a road trip. With a hire car, travelers can see for themselves the beauty of the Irish landscape. Cork is conveniently located near a number of stunning attractions that all an easy drive from the city. For instance, Blarney Castle is just 6.2 miles from the city center, and Rock of Cashel is 59 miles away.
  • Excited to pick up your hire car and get your vacation in Cork started? For travelers landing at Cork Airport, you will find all of the hire car offices located in the airport’s Arrivals Hall.
  • One tip to keep in mind when driving in Cork is that you must yield to the car on the right. This may be confusing at first, especially for drivers not used to driving on the left side of the road. You will adjust soon enough, though -- just make sure to look both ways and keep an eye on the other cars on the road.
  • Drivers in cork can expect to experience rush hour traffic in the morning from 6:30 a.m. up until 9:30 a.m. Rush hour picks up again in the afternoon from 3:30 p.m. until around 6:30 p.m. In terms of congestion, the South Ring Road and the M8 Highway experience some of the highest levels of traffic during peak hours and therefore are worth avoiding during rush hour.
  • The UK predominantly prefers a manual transmission when it comes to their cars, which means your Cork car hire will most likely default to ‘stick shift’. If you were taught to drive with automatic vehicles or simply prefer them, fear not, most car hire companies in the UK should be able to provide one. Ensure you book in advance as they go quite fast and be warned they may be slightly more expensive to hire than manual vehicles.
  • Cork is relatively easy to get around in terms of directions, but if you are planning on taking any road trips or just want to save on fuel, consider hiring a GPS navigation set with your cheap car hire in Cork. This way you will never get lost, can find shorter routes to your destinations and even avoid congestion. All car hire agencies will stock them to hire as an add-on for a small daily fee.
  • When deciding on your cheap car hire in Cork, consider which fuel policy will work better for you whilst in the area. The full tank policy often doesn’t work out very economically for people who are not going to use a full tank, as you will not get refunded for the unused fuel. A good option is the ‘full-to-full’ policy, which means you return the vehicle with the same amount of fuel that was in the tank originally.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Cork for £24 or less
  • Mini hire cars in Cork are around 52% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about car hire in Cork

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Cork?

    For the most part, drivers will find mid-sized and smaller cars such as sedans, SUVs, and compacts are perfectly suited for hitting the road in Cork. This is because, in general, the roads and parking spaces are fairly large in the city. However, it should be noted that some of the older streets and alleys in Cork will be slightly on the narrower side so it may be worth renting a smaller car.

  • What’s the speed limit in Cork?

    Speed limits in Cork vary from 50 km/h (31 mph) in built-up areas to 80 km/h (50 mph) on regional and local roads in the city. Additionally, larger roads in rural areas that aren’t quite highways go up to 100 km/h (62), while on freeways the speed limit is 120 km/h (75 mph).

  • Where are the best places to park in Cork?

    If you are in the central business district, then parking garages and lots are the go-to option. There is a decent amount of streetside parking in the city, but in the busiest areas these spaces can fill up fast. Outside of the downtown core, parallel streetside parking is abundant and easy to find, so it will likely be your best bet.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cork?

    On average a car hire in Cork costs £35 per day.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Cork airport (ORK)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Cork airport include Easirent, Hertz, Dollar, FLIZZR, Alamo, Budget, Avis, CARHIRE.ie, Payless and Sixt.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Cork airport (ORK)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Cork airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Dollar, FLIZZR, Alamo, Budget, Avis, CARHIRE.ie, Payless and Sixt.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Cork?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Cork?

    A Standard car hire in Cork costs £47 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Cork?

    An Economy car hire in Cork costs £35 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Cork?

    A Compact car hire in Cork costs £35 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular car hire location in Cork?

    In Cork, cars are most frequently hired at Budget Arrivals Hall (3 miles from city centre).

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Cork?

    Most car hire providers in Cork offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Cork, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

  • What are the car seat laws for children in Cork?

    The UK has strict car seat rules for children in vehicles. If you are driving children under 12 years of age they will need to be in the appropriate car seat for their age. That would be a backwards-facing baby seat for under 9 kgs, a forward-facing baby seat for under 18 kgs and then a booster seat until 135 cm or 12 years old, whichever comes first. All car hire companies have seats to rent, but you can also take your own along if you prefer.

  • What is the minimum age for car hire in Cork?

    You will find that in the UK, the minimum age for car hire is 21 in most places, with occasional agencies preferring 23. Whatever age you are, you would have to have been a licence holder for at least one year. There will also be the young driver's fee in some cases if you are under 25. Most agencies also have an upper limit restriction of 70 on car hire too.

Cork car hire reviews and directory

 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Thrifty

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Cork

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Locations in Cork

Cork Ap

+353 21 496 5849

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

Railway Street

+353 21 455 2240

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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Alamo

10.0

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Cork

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Locations in Cork

Enterprise Rent A Car

+353 21 483 8973

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Great - Eoin was a legend, sorted us out

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0

Very Good

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.6

3 locations in Cork

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Locations in Cork

Commons Road Blackpool

+353 21 439 5464

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Ground Floor

+353 21 483 8973

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Unit 4 Industrial Estate

+353 21 497 5133

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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No reviews available

Sixt

8.0

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.3

Value for money

8.0

One location in Cork

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Locations in Cork

Kinsale Road

+353 1 235 2030

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Agent in Cork was very friendly with lots of info on things in the area. Car was a bit small for 4 adults and luggage but it worked. Only thing I didn’t like was the insurance thing. When I booked Kayak indicated we needed insurance so I bought some from their partner since none of our credit cards cover Ireland car rentals. But at the agency we were told what we bought wasn’t enough and had to buy more from them. Feel like I got ripped off.

10.0 Wonderful

raymond, Nov 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Everything was perfect. Easy pickup and drop off and car was clean and drive seamlessly. Price was an extra bonus considering how expensive rentals can be.

1 out of 2

Hertz

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.0

3 locations in Cork

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Locations in Cork

Cork Airport

+353 21 496 5849

Monday07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 00:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

Kent Train Station

+353 21 455 2240

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

Railway Street

+353 21 455 2240

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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2.0 Poor

Robert, Aug 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Need to stop this insurance scam.

1 out of 1

Budget

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Cork

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Locations in Cork

Arrivals Hall

+353 21 431 4000

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

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Europcar

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

6.8

2 locations in Cork

Locations in Cork

11-13 South Terrace

+353 21 240 0140

Opening times not available

Main Terminal, Cork Airport

+353 21 240 0100

Opening times not available

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Standard

KAYAK
Easy pick up and drop off process. The staff at Cork Airport was very friendly and helpful.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
On return - after a short rental I was fully charged the excess for 1 item that there was no way I would have checked when assessing damage the black wall above the wheel was missing - I would never have thought to look there and 100% certain it did not fall off when I was driving. I feel it is a scam and a rip off. Will never rent from them again and will not recommend them to anyone I know.

Avis

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.9

Value for money

6.4

One location in Cork

from£138/day

Locations in Cork

Arrivals Hall

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

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Easirent

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Cork

from£17/day

Locations in Cork

Cork Airport - In Shuttle

+353 21 236 3163

Opening times not available

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Dollar

4.0

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

4.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

4.0

2 locations in Cork

from£17/day

Locations in Cork

Cork Ap

+353 21 496 5849

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

Railway Street

+353 21 455 2240

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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No reviews available

keddy by Europcar

8.0

Very Good

2 locations in Cork

Locations in Cork

Lee Garage, 11-13 South Terrace, Cork

+353 212 400 140

Opening times not available

Main Terminal Cork Airport

+353 212 400 100

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

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No reviews available

FLIZZR

8.0

Very Good

One location in Cork

from£16/day

Locations in Cork

Sixt Rent a Car, Kinsale Road

+353 1235 2030

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

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No reviews available

National

8.0

Very Good

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Enterprise Rent A Car

+353 21 483 8973

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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No reviews available

DRIVALIA

5.1

Fair

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Cork Airport

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

GREEN MOTION

4.2

Mediocre

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Cork Airport

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

3 locations in Cork

Locations in Cork

Commons Road Blackpool

Opening times not available

Cork Airport

Opening times not available

Kinsale Road

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

24 Hour Rent A Car

No score available yet

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Main Terminal, Cork Airport

+353 1234 5678

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

CARHIRE.ie

No score available yet

One location in Cork

from£22/day

Locations in Cork

Main Terminal, Cork Airport

1844 1944

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Dooley Car Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Cork Airport

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Irish Car Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Cork airport

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Payless

No score available yet

One location in Cork

from£42/day

Locations in Cork

Cork Airport

+353 21 242 7392

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

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No reviews available

Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Main Terminal, Cork Airport

+86 10 6064 1387

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Smile Rent

No score available yet

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Cork Airport

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

45 travellers who hired a car in Cork gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.4

Car hire locations in or near Cork

Travelling to a place near Cork?

Hire a car at Cork if you plan to visit one of these locations
Kinsale
Cobh
Clonakilty
Midleton
Skibbereen
Youghal

Car hire insurance in Cork

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Cork car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Cork.

Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Cork car hire.

Cork car hire information

Pick-up locationCork
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Economy, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, People carrier, Standard
Hire locations33
Airport locations23
Popular agenciesEasirent, Budget, FLIZZR, Europcar, keddy by Europcar

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