Car rental at Dublin Airport from $35/day

Renault Clio

or similar Small

$43/day

Ford Mondeo

or similar Medium

$61/day

Volvo XC60

or similar 4WD

$128/day

Audi A4

or similar Large

$117/day

Audi A4

or similar Luxury

$114/day

Nissan Juke

or similar 4WD

$46/day

Volkswagen T-Cross

or similar 4WD

$55/day

Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Useful Info

Most popular agency	Thrifty
Most popular car type	Compact
Average price	$49/day
Good deal	$41/day

Renting a car at Dublin Airport (DUB) is a great option if you want to explore the surrounding area or enjoy private transport when driving around Dublin city. Dublin Airport is well-connected to Dublin city centre by road and is located off the M1, which leads straight into Dublin. The M1 also connects to the M50, which links with several major roads heading towards Galway, Limerick, and Dundalk. If you want easy access to these routes with car hire at Dublin Airport, there are a number of rental branches located conveniently near to the M1. Car hire agencies are all situated close to access ways that lead towards the M1 junction. Perfect if you want to hop in your car and get straight on the road.
Dublin is one of Ireland’s major cities and is frequented by a high volume of tourists and business travellers. Due to this heavy footfall, shuttle buses and public transport that connects Dublin airport to the city centre are often crowded. Passengers may have to queue for tickets or to find a seat. If you want to avoid crowds and save time while moving through the airport, car hire at Dublin Airport is a great option for you. Driving into the city can also slightly shorten your journey time compared with shuttle buses, which take around 30min. An average drive from Dublin Airport to the city centre is just over 15min.
Want to save money on your car hire at Dublin Airport? Many of the car rental branches available offer an economy booking category or budget car hire, so you can enjoy some extra spending money on your trip. For some great economy options, choose companies such as Flizzer, Payless, or Thrifty.
When returning your car to Dublin Airport, you will need to drive to the Car Rental Returns area, which is located just off the M1 junction, between Terminal 2 and the Long-Stay Car Park. You will see signs for the Car Rental Returns zone as you approach the roundabout outside the airport, heading north on the M1. All car hire branches have parking spaces inside the Returns area, and these are clearly marked to direct drivers.
25% of our users found a car hire at Dublin Airport for $40 or less
Book your car hire at Dublin Airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

Where can I find car hire companies at Dublin Airport?
Most of the car hire desks at Dublin Airport are situated inside the Arrivals areas of Terminals 1 and 2. If you are arriving at Terminal 1, you will find car hire desks for agencies, such as Europcar and Budget car hire, just after customs inside the main Arrivals terminal. For Terminal 2 arrivals, you should follow the car rental signs from the Arrivals area to the multi-storey T2 car park. Here you will find rental agencies.
Which documents will I need to pick up my hire car at DUB?
There are a few essential documents you should take with you when you collect your car hire at Dublin Airport. You will need your driver’s licence to verify your booking and you will also need the debit or credit card that you used to make the booking or to pay a deposit on your rental. You should also take proof of ID or a valid passport if travelling abroad.
Which car rental companies are quick and easy to use at Dublin Airport?
Pressed for time when you arrive at the airport? Several of the Dublin Airport car hire branches offer an online self-check-in process, which you can carry out shortly before you arrive to collect your car. Companies that offer this service include Europcar and Alamo. This online check-in can help you beat the counter queues and get you on your way much more quickly.
Which services are available with DUB car hire?
Special services offered by car hire branches allow you to personalise your rental experience to suit your travel needs. For example, Enterprise offers a range of hire services for business travellers, such as online booking management and a travel manager to help arrange your trips. You can also take advantage of bookable services, like child’s seats or GPS, when you book with SIXT.
What is the cheapest car rental company at Dublin Airport?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget ($58/day), CARHIRE.ie ($61/day) and Europcar ($122/day).
What is the best rental car company at Dublin Airport?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental company at Dublin Airport is Sixt (7.2, 118 reviews).
How much does it cost to rent a car at Dublin Airport?
On average a rental car at Dublin Airport costs $48 per day.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Dublin Airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Dublin Airport to off-airport locations include Thrifty, Easirent, Sixt, Budget, CARHIRE.ie, and Avis.

Sixt

7.2

Good

Read 73 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

7.0

One location in Dublin Airport

from$57/day

Locations in Dublin Airport

Terminal 1 and 2

+353 1 235 2030

Monday	05:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	05:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	05:00 - 23:59
Thursday	05:00 - 23:59
Friday	05:00 - 23:59
Saturday	05:00 - 23:59
Sunday	05:00 - 23:59

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Reviews

2.0 Poor

sean, Jan 2025

Compact

The price was absolutely extortionate. I paid $750 for the rental in July, which was supposed to be fully paid, and when I arrived to pick up the car, I had all my insurance documents on hand, they charged me another €450, then after that, my choices were, pay €6000 deposit, which I never was made aware of and did not have, or lose the money I already paid, or pay another $1650. These were horrible options at 5am. The car that I thought was going to cost $750, actually cost me $2800. I will never rent a car through Kayak or Sixt again in my life. A disgraceful way to treat travellers coming to visit a country. Ruined my vacation and stripped me of all my spending money for my vacation.

2.0 Poor

Sean, Sept 2024

Intermediate estate car

The insurance purchased for our trip through Kayak is a scam.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Intermediate SUV

The car was good, as usual the windows and mirrors were NOT clean. The signage at the airport for the return is very poor.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

Would have been helpful to have maps provided as other rental companies do. Ie Enterprise.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Intermediate

No issues with SIXT itself. I see now that Kayak charged me for 13 days of rental when I only booked the car for 12 days. Also, even though I provided information on both drivers, SIXT was only provided the data on the secondary driver which delayed pickup and risked causing me to have additional charges. SIXT staff at Dublin airport were absolutely fantastic and did everything they could to ensure I avoided any additional charges due to Kayak’s errors.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

Personell support

Budget

6.6

Okay

Read 20 reviews

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.9

Value for money

6.1

One location in Dublin Airport

from$41/day

Locations in Dublin Airport

Arrivals Hall

+353 1 844 5150

Monday	05:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	05:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	05:00 - 23:59
Thursday	05:00 - 23:59
Friday	05:00 - 23:59
Saturday	05:00 - 23:59
Sunday	05:00 - 23:59

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2.0 Poor

Shane, Nov 2024

Economy

I was charged extra at the pick up

2.0 Poor

Felix, Sept 2024

Economy

Was surprised by extra insurance fees.

2.0 Poor

Anton, Aug 2024

Compact

They try to force insurance on you by asking for a 28k deposit!

8.0 Very Good

Vasily, Aug 2024

Economy

Little bit longer at check in

8.0 Very Good

Donald, Aug 2024

Economy

The lady at the counter when we took the car was not in the best of mood to say the least. We were charged €4750 as a security deposit. Not sure everybody has that much room on their credit card. She didn’t even explained why the charge was that high. As we were in a rush, I didn’t bother and thought I would take care of this later. After thinking about it, we didn’t even get any proof paper proof of the transaction.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Compact

Unfriendly staff, unwilling to help, fake contract

Hertz

6.5

Okay

Read 25 reviews

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

5.4

One location in Dublin Airport

Locations in Dublin Airport

Dublin Airport T1/T2

+353 1 844 5466

Monday	05:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday	00:00 - 01:0005:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 01:0005:00 - 23:59
Thursday	05:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Friday	05:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Saturday	00:00 - 01:0005:00 - 23:59
Sunday	05:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00

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Reviews

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2025

Standard SUV

Great. Staff was friendly and efficient. The car was neat and clean and the had the size available that we booked.

10.0 Wonderful

Gary, Nov 2024

Compact SUV

Everything was fine, the only thing I would say is I did not get the car that I chose online.

2.0 Poor

James, Oct 2024

Full-size SUV

Friendlier staff, reserve the appropriate vehicle, don’t nickel and dime your customers.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Economy

Charged 200 euro for extra insurance compulsory

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Economy

Friendly staff. Very helpful and gave good advice.

8.0 Very Good

Amy, Jun 2024

Premium

Car wasn’t as clean as I would have thought they should be for new users The guy who checked us in and the guy who received us after were great! We decided to add a driver after we left and we called Hertz to add a driver and we were told we had to find a nearby Hertz and travel to it. The person on the call told us we could t add someone over a call. When we interrupted our vacation time and walked to a nearby Hertz, the guy said, “You could’ve just did this over the phone.” So, this guy knew his business. I wish people on the phone would be trained correctly because that cost us part of our short three days in Ireland.

Easirent

5.1

Fair

Read 52 reviews

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.1

Value for money

5.2

One location in Dublin Airport

from$36/day

Locations in Dublin Airport

Easirent Dublin Airport Collinstown Business Park Airport Road, Colghran

+353 1695 0324

Monday	05:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	05:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	05:00 - 23:59
Thursday	05:00 - 23:59
Friday	05:00 - 23:59
Saturday	05:00 - 23:59
Sunday	05:00 - 23:59

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Reviews

2.0 Poor

Greg, Oct 2024

Compact SUV

Pretty terrible. Took forever for their “shuttle” to bring us to their sketchy off-site location. Once there they make you sign a pad as they “explain” the rental contract vs letting you read it, and adding their random fees along the way. When you finally get done you realize the cost is more than 5x what your online booking said it would be, so when you try and refuse the car at that point they say, sorry, you signed a contract (that you havent seen yet) and your only option is to take the car or find a way back to the airport to find other options. Just dont do it.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Mini

Unable to contact nor contact with hire. Do not recommend for foreign travelers.

10.0 Wonderful

Ian, Sept 2024

Standard estate car

Had a short notice short term rent (24 hours with one hour's notice). It all went smoothly. Only problem was the car had a flat tyre on the way back to drop-off.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Premium SUV

They were slow with the vans for pick up; it took an hour + for check-in but the return was great. Loved the car and the guys at the check-out counter were nice.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Compact SUV

They gave away our car to another person and didn't say anything to us for 30 minutes. And then tried to give us two cars that were smaller than what we purchased. After an hour and 4 cars later we were given a car that was dirty and unwashed.

Fox

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Dublin Airport

Locations in Dublin Airport

Dublin Airport In Terminal

+353 810 225 4369

Opening times not available

Alamo

9.2

Wonderful

Read 7 reviews

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.2

Value for money

8.1

One location in Dublin Airport

Locations in Dublin Airport

Car Hire Desk Dublin Airport

+353 1 844 5848

Monday	05:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	05:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	05:00 - 23:59
Thursday	05:00 - 23:59
Friday	05:00 - 23:59
Saturday	05:00 - 23:59
Sunday	05:00 - 23:59