Car Rental in Iceland
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Keflavik Airport Car Rental
Mini
Hyundai i10
or similar
$31.57
per day
Keflavik Airport Car Rental
Economy
Nissan Note
or similar
$35.01
per day
Keflavik Airport Car Rental
Compact
Dacia Logan STW
or similar
$39.45
per day
Keflavik Airport Car Rental
Intermediate
Skoda Octavia
or similar
$51.61
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Keflavik Airport Car Rental
Standard
Suzuki Vitara
or similar
$58.36
/ per day
Keflavik Airport Car Rental
Compact Elite
Renault Captur
or similar
$76.78
/ per day
Keflavik Airport Car Rental
Full-size
Volkswagen Passat
or similar
$91.49
/ per day
Downtown Car Rental
Luxury
Jeep Wrangler
or similar
$111.26
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 17:12 on 2023-02-04. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Language
Icelandic,
English
English
Currency
ISK
Traffic direction
Right-hand side
Country code
354
Average car rental price
$52.35 / per day
Average car rental length
2 days
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
31 mph
Speed limit out of town
90 km/h
56 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.04%
Why rent a car in Iceland?
Iceland is a great country to explore by car. Despite having a population of less than half a million people, it offers plenty to every traveler, especially in terms of natural beauty. Iceland is surprisingly vast and there is no public transportation to many of the landmarks outside the capital, so getting your own ride is a smart investment.
If you want to know more about renting a car in Iceland, don't miss our complete guide.
Top ways to enter Iceland
- Keflavík Airport: Located about 50 km (31 mi) southwest of Iceland’s capital, Keflavik is by far the largest and busiest airport in the country.
- Reykjavík Airport: Also known as Reykjavik Domestic, this airport handles domestic flights to destinations in the rest of Iceland, as well as to Greenland such as Ilulissat and Nuuk.
- Egilsstaðir Airport: Located on Iceland’s eastern coast, Egilsstaðir only has one regular commercial flight which connects it to Reykjavik.
Top cities and places to visit
- Reykjavik. Home to nearly two-thirds of Iceland’s population (if you include its suburbs), Reykjavik is a world-class destination in terms of culture, arts, and even food. Highlights include the National Gallery of Iceland and the Culture House with exhibitions on Icelandic sagas. For many travelers, Reykjavik is also a hub for exploring the southern and western parts of the country.
- Akureyri. Small, but full of life and invention, the capital of North Iceland is a five-hour drive from Reykjavik, but the long drive is worth it. The town is known for its art district, scenic waterfront, and, naturally, access to local nature.
- Húsavík. About an hour’s drive north of Akureyri, being in Húsavík can literally feel like you’re on the edge of the world. The town is known as one of the most reliable whale-watching spots, the nearby migrations of the gigantic mammals attracting thousands of visitors every summer. Naturally, there is also the Whale Museum, as well as the Exploration Museum.
Most popular rental car
The most popular rental car in Iceland is the VW Polo, but the Jeep Renegade Trailhawk and the Fiat 500 are also popular.
Driver license requirements
- Iceland recognizes driver’s licenses from all member states of the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA) as long as they are valid.
- Other licenses in the Latin alphabet are generally also recognized, provided that you have been in Iceland for less than one month and are visiting on a short trip (drivers who have been in the country for longer than this period are required to obtain a local license instead).
- If your driver’s license is printed in a non-Latin alphabet (i.e., Cyrillic, Arabic, etc.), you’ll need an International Driving Permit (IDP).
- Similarly, if your driver’s license doesn’t include a photograph, you might be required to have an IDP.
- Even if you have an IDP, you must also carry your original license with you at all times.
- You must carry your driver’s license, not a copy, with you at all times.
- You need to have had your driver’s license for at least two years.
- Some rental car suppliers charge a young driver fee for drivers between the ages of 22 and 25 and a senior driver fee for drivers over the age of 65.
- There may be additional requirements depending on the car supplier and category, so make sure to check the rental conditions before booking.
Most popular types of rental car
The most popular rental car type is an Economy, followed by Intermediate and Compact.
Top driving routes
- North Iceland. We already mentioned Akureyri and Husavik, but if you’ve made it this far, it would be a shame not to explore everything else that this wild region has to offer. The Goðafoss waterfall, Mývatn crater lake, and Vindbelgjarfjall volcano are just some of its dramatic natural attractions you will find here.
- Westfjords. Another awesome off the beaten path destination that can be accessed if you rent a car and are visiting during the warmer months of the year, this wild peninsula is a great place to marvel at the fjords (naturally), spot a puffin or another rare bird, and feel like a true explorer.
- South Iceland. The breadbasket of Iceland’s tourism industry, this region is very popular with visitors not only for its relative proximity to the capital but also for all the fun things to see and do. Highlights include the otherworldly landscapes of Landmannalaugar, the black sand beaches of Vík, and Þingvellir National Park–a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Car Rental Prices
- Station wagons - from $75 per day
- Large cars - from $85 per day
- Medium cars - from $85 per day
- Vans - from $357 per day
- Small cars - from $78 per day
- SUVs - from $129 per day
How can I save money on my rental car?
You can do a number of things to get a good car rental deal in Iceland:
- Compare rates of different rental suppliers
- Book your rental car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit in the month when the rental prices are the lowest. According to our data, visiting Iceland is the cheapest in October when renting a car is about 55% cheaper than the yearly average
- Check out our list of the best rental companies in Reykjavik.
Top 6 Most Popular Cities in Iceland
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Car Rental in Reykjavik from $56.23 per day
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Car Rental in Keflavik from $31.57 per day
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Car Rental in Akureyri from $63.57 per day
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Car Rental in Egilsstadir from $63.57 per day
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Car Rental in Isafjordur from $63.57 per day
Top 4 Most Popular Locations in Iceland
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Car Rental at Keflavik Airport from $31.57 per day
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Car Rental at Reykjavik Airport from $56.23 per day
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Car Rental at Akureyri Airport from $63.57 per day
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Car Rental at Egilsstadir Airport from $63.57 per day
Map of Car Rental Locations
Which is the cheapest month to rent a car in Iceland?
The cost of renting a car in Iceland depends on the time of year. This graph compares price changes from month to month in order to help you find the best offer.
Average Rental Price in Iceland
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Iceland is October — prices start from $37.16 for an Economy class vehicle. This is 44% cheaper than the yearly average and 68% cheaper than renting a car in the month of July (when prices start at $114.63 for a Compact class). This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. The exact price for your trip will depend on the length of your rental and how far in advance you book. Just enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see exact prices.
What’s the average rental length in Iceland?
The average length differs from month to month. The longest rental periods are in November — an average of 7 days. The shortest are in February — an average of 5 days.
Average Rental Length in Iceland
What's the most popular time of year to rent a car in Iceland?
DiscoverCars.com users search for cars in a lot of locations daily. We gathered this information in order to analyze car rental popularity in Iceland. The most popular month is July, while the least popular is April.
Popularity of Car Rental in Iceland by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Icerental4x4 | Dacia Duster | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Icerental4x4 | Suzuki Vitara | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Icerental4x4 | Subaru XV | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| FairCar | Renault Duster | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Icerental4x4 | Hyundai i10 | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| FairCar | Hyundai i10 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Fara Car Rental | Jeep Renegade | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| FairCar | Suzuki SX-Cross | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Ace Rent a car | Toyota Yaris | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Icerental4x4 | Suzuki Vitara | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
IM
United Kingdom
Peugeot 308
November 20, 2022
Glauvartn Fontana, Gleysir, Northern lights by blue lagoon, plenty of waterfalls, marvelous nature
NM
Malaysia
Fiat Panda
November 9, 2022
Pls avoid heavy winter. October to November consider as the last month to travel to Iceland of the year as the road condition is still okay
AM
United States of America (USA)
Toyota RAV4
October 19, 2022
Iceland is simply magical.
PL
Poland
Suzuki Grand Vitara
October 18, 2022
Iceland is so beautifull and diverse. No 1 on my most beautifull places I visited so far.
RW
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Kicks
October 2, 2022
Ice cave was wonderful. Loved al the nature we saw on the drive. The Buubble hotel was lovely.
LB
Australia
Hyundai i10
September 23, 2022
Wonderful scenery
HP
Estonia
Skoda Octavia
September 14, 2022
Iceland is extremely beautiful country
JF
United States of America (USA)
Hyundai Tucson
July 30, 2022
Wonderful scenery and fantastic roads. We took the ring road and went around the country. Even the gravel roads were well maintained. We did not go off road. Accommodation was not easy because we were late to book but still managed to find some decent places. The people are among the best I have met.
KM
Finland
Suzuki Vitara
July 22, 2022
We made a long road trip (12 days) in Iceland. First few days we spend in the capitol region, then to Westfjords for a couple of days (unbelievable serpentine roads!), from there to Akureyri area for two days. We couldn't find suitable accommodation in the east, so we just spend one night in the east... There was a lot to see in the south, small icebergs and seals, glaciers and warm pools. Last two days again close to capital.
CA
United States of America (USA)
Suzuki Vitara
July 15, 2022
No car problems, except wind shield wiper screeches at times
MM
Poland
Renault Trafic
July 6, 2022
All Iceland is amazing. I recommend a tour around the entire island, not just the southeast coast
AW
United States of America (USA)
Suzuki Jimny
June 28, 2022
easy pickup and drop off
FZ
Italy
Suzuki Jimny
June 27, 2022
Iceland is a great, wild country.
AR
Italy
Dacia Duster
June 12, 2022
Amazing Iceland. I would recommend to pick up a good car or a 4x4 car to deal with gravel roads.
BI
Bulgaria
VW Golf
May 11, 2022
The cars we got were brand new Dacia Duster, although we booked a lower class. That was a pleasant surprise. The agents at ACE were very fast and efficient. I would definitely recommend them.
DF
Netherlands
Suzuki Vitara
March 8, 2022
I had booked a manual car as I thought I'd have control. I ended up having a automatic which was fine as I had driven one before. I was glad it was changed as the car automatically respoded to weather conditions.
I'd ask for an explanation of gear box for automatic as it was only after I got going I had to research what some of the labels meant in car.
LV
Netherlands
Renault Duster
February 17, 2022
We rented a car in Iceland and it was a great experience with a good price and good car.
MK
Netherlands
Suzuki Jimny
February 11, 2022
Everything went very smoothly. The representative of Add Car/ Lava Cars was very friendly, picked us up, gave us the car and took it back. We prolonged one day due to a cancelled flight. It all went super smoothly.
FV
Ireland
Suzuki Vitara
January 25, 2022
The Vitara we rented was ideal for the roads, roads are excellent overall. Felt very comfortable driving on a different side of the road.
MO
Denmark
Suzuki Vitara
January 6, 2022
Visit iceland in winter season! The snow makes the country magical..
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Alamo
8.98 / 10
Lowest rated company
Global Rent a Car
6.51 / 10
Total number of reviews
149
Total rental companies
29
Average daily price
$52.35
Lowest daily price
$28.68
Total cars available
767
Top 29 Suppliers in Iceland in 2023
Alamo
+3545199300
Arnarvollur 4, 235 Reykjanesbaer, Iceland
$51 - $210
Europcar
+3544616000
Skutuvogur 8,104, Reykjavik
$64 - $262
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:00
Tue:08:00-17:00
Wed:08:00-17:00
Thu:08:00-17:00
Fri:08:00-17:00
Sat:08:00-17:00
Sun:09:00-17:00
National
+3545199300
Arnarvöllur 4, 235 Reykjanesbær
$57 - $233
SIXT
+3545402222
Blikavöllur 5, 235 Reykjanesbær
$47 - $243
Budget
+3545626060
Keflavik International Airport
$43 - $129
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Northern Lights
+3545712266
Bogatröð 2, 235 Reykjanesbær
$44 - $305
Working hours
Mon:04:00-22:00
Tue:04:00-22:00
Wed:04:00-22:00
Thu:04:00-22:00
Fri:04:00-22:00
Sat:04:00-22:00
Sun:04:00-22:00
Hertz
+3545224430
Keflavik International Airport, Keflavík, Iceland
$56 - $122
Working hours
Mon:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Tue:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Wed:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Thu:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Fri:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Sat:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Sun:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Enterprise
5199300
ARNARVOLLUR,
$55 - $223
Ace Rent a car
+3545673000 / 8778223872
Flugvellir 6. 260 Reykjanesbær
$43 - $231
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
Avis
+3545914000
Keflavíkurflugvöllur, 235 Keflavík
$47 - $162
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Dollar
+3545157110
Flugvellir 22, 230 Reykjanesbær
$49 - $371
Working hours
Mon:06:00-18:00
Tue:06:00-18:00
Wed:06:00-18:00
Thu:06:00-18:00
Fri:06:00-18:00
Sat:06:00-18:00
Sun:06:00-18:00
Thrifty
+3545157110
Thrifty car rental, Flugvellir 22, 230 Reykjanesbær
$49 - $371
Working hours
Mon:06:00-18:00
Tue:06:00-18:00
Wed:06:00-18:00
Thu:06:00-18:00
Fri:06:00-18:00
Sat:06:00-18:00
Sun:06:00-18:00
Nordic Car Rental
+3545115660
Hverfisgata 105
$64 - $178
Working hours
Mon:09:00-16:00
Tue:09:00-16:00
Wed:09:00-16:00
Thu:09:00-16:00
Fri:09:00-16:00
Sat:09:00-16:00
Sun:09:00-16:00
Icerental4x4
+3545712266
Bogatröð 2, 235 Reykjanesbær
$38 - $317
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
Carwiz
+3545712266
Bogatröð 2
$41 - $325
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
Surprice
+3547874444
Reykavik airport
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00; 00:00-23:59
Fri:08:00-18:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
City Car Rental
+3545115660
Hverfisgata 105
$32 - $123
Working hours
Mon:09:00-16:00
Tue:09:00-16:00
Wed:09:00-16:00
Thu:09:00-16:00
Fri:09:00-16:00
Sat:09:00-16:00
Sun:09:00-16:00
Firefly
+3545220022
Keflavík International Airport,
$44 - $173
Working hours
Mon:05:30-17:00
Tue:05:30-17:00
Wed:05:30-17:00
Thu:05:30-17:00
Fri:05:30-17:00
Sat:05:30-17:00
Sun:05:30-17:00
Fara Car Rental
+3545372018
Framnesvegure 19C, 230, Keflavik
$111 - $119
Working hours
Mon:08:01-20:00
Tue:08:01-20:00
Wed:08:01-20:00
Thu:08:01-20:00
Fri:08:01-20:00
Sat:08:01-20:00
Sun:08:01-20:00
Routes Car Rental
+3545115660
Bogatröð 1, 262 Reykjanesbær, Iceland
$34 - $190
Working hours
Mon:04:00-18:00
Tue:04:00-18:00
Wed:04:00-18:00
Thu:04:00-18:00
Fri:04:00-18:00
Sat:04:00-18:00
Sun:04:00-18:00
RightCars
+3545115660
Keflavik,Bogatröð 1, 262 Reykjanesbær
$36 - $157
Working hours
Mon:04:00-18:00
Tue:04:00-18:00
Wed:04:00-18:00
Thu:04:00-18:00
Fri:04:00-18:00
Sat:04:00-18:00
Sun:04:00-18:00
GreenMotion
+3545511115
Helluhraun 4, Hafnarfjörður, 220
$72 - $827
Working hours
Mon:09:00-17:00
Tue:09:00-17:00
Wed:09:00-17:00
Thu:09:00-17:00
Fri:09:00-17:00
Sat:09:00-17:00
Sun:09:00-17:00
Economy rent a car
+3545717222 / 8773267368
Bogatröð 1, Reykjanesbær, Iceland
$79 - $194
Working hours
Mon:08:00-22:00
Tue:08:00-22:00
Wed:08:00-22:00
Thu:08:00-22:00
Fri:08:00-22:00
Sat:08:00-22:00
Sun:08:00-22:00
WheeGo
+3545115660
235 Keflavíkurflugvöllur, 235 Keflavik, Iceland
$32 - $180
Working hours
Mon:04:00-18:00
Tue:04:00-18:00
Wed:04:00-18:00
Thu:04:00-18:00
Fri:04:00-18:00
Sat:04:00-18:00
Sun:04:00-18:00
FairCar
+3545115660
Hverfisgata 105, 101 Reykjavík
$36 - $127
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:00
Tue:08:00-17:00
Wed:08:00-17:00
Thu:08:00-17:00
Fri:08:00-17:00
Sat:08:00-17:00
Sun:08:00-17:00
AddCar
+3545372018 / +3548882019
235 KEFLAVÍKURFLUGVÖLLUR, 235 Keflavík, Iceland
$232 - $237
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-20:00
Sun:08:00-20:00
Goldcar
+3547737079
Blikavellir 3, 235, Keflavik
Working hours
Mon:07:00-20:00
Tue:07:00-20:00
Wed:07:00-20:00
Thu:07:00-20:00
Fri:07:00-20:00
Sat:07:00-20:00
Sun:07:00-20:00
NUCarrentals
+3545115660
Skúlagata 13
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
Global Rent a Car
+3545917900
Knarrarvogur 2, 104 Reykjavík, Iceland
$76 - $111
Working hours
Mon:09:00-16:00
Tue:09:00-16:00
Wed:09:00-16:00
Thu:09:00-16:00
Fri:09:00-16:00
Sat:09:00-13:00
Sun:09:00-13:00