Car Hire at Edinburgh Airport
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Cheapest Car Hire Rates
Mini
Fiat 500
or comparable
£16.35
per day
Economy
Vauxhall Corsa
or comparable
£23.56
per day
Compact
Kia Ceed
or comparable
£30.67
per day
Intermediate SUV
Peugeot 3008
or comparable
£35.93
per day
Most Popular Car Hire Deals
Standard
Skoda Octavia
or comparable
£56.71
per day
Compact Elite
Mercedes Benz A Class
or comparable
£61.68
per day
Premium
Mercedes Benz C Class
or comparable
£68.14
per day
Luxury
Mercedes Benz E Class
or comparable
£72.11
per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 08:15 on 14/12/2024. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Languages
English
Currency
GBP
Drive on
Left-hand side
Dialing code
+44
Average car hire price
£46 per day
Average car hire length
7 days
Speed limit within city centre
48 km/h or 30 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
96 - 112 km/h or 60 - 70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average petrol price
£1.45 per litre or £5.49 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
£1.37 per litre or £5.19 per gallon
Highest petrol price
£1.60 per litre or £6.06 per gallon
Airport travel guide
The capital of Scotland, Edinburgh is the second-most visited city in the United Kingdom, behind only London. Home to dramatic hilltop castles and cathedrals, a well-preserved old town, and bustling cultural life, it has something for every traveller to enjoy. Here’s our pick of three of its most interesting attractions:
- Edinburgh Castle. Located on top of the aptly named Castle Rock and visible from most places in the city, Edinburgh Castle is the main symbol of the city. Built more than a millennium ago and having survived the sieges of numerous invaders, it now welcomes more than 2 million visitors a year. More than a single building, the whole castle complex houses a number of museums and other points of interest. Whether you visit the inside of it (for that, you need to book tickets in advance) or just appreciate the magnificent structure from the outside, seeing the castle is the quintessential Edinburgh experience.
- Old Town. The well-preserved oldest part of the city is where most of Edinburgh’s classical landmarks are located. Home not only to Edinburgh Castle, it is also the location of the National Museum of Scotland, the Scottish Parliament, and the National Library of Scotland. Other attractions beloved by tourists include the Camera Obscura Gallery, the charming Grassmarket area, and Holyrood Park.
- New Town. Another part of the city that’s not to be missed, New Town is home to many famous Edinburgh landmarks as well as a good share of hidden gems. Built in the 18th and 19th centuries and famous for its distinct Georgian architecture, the area is home to three of the most important museums in the UK: the National Gallery of Scotland, the Scottish National Portrait Gallery and the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art. In addition to those, the well-preserved Dean Village, the Edinburgh Gin Distillery and many other landmarks are located in the New Town.
Top international routes
- London
- Amsterdam
- Dublin
- Bristol
- Paris
- Belfast
Main airlines
Ryanair, easyJet, Flybe, Jet2.com, Norwegian Air Shuttle, and Eurowings
Terminals
The main passenger terminal serves both local and international flights.
Location
Edinburgh Airport is about 9 km (5.5 miles) from the city center. Glasgow Rd., St. John’s Rd., Corstorphine Rd., and Balgreen Rd. are the main roads connecting the airport to Edinburgh. The city of Glasgow is about 60 km (39 miles) from Edinburgh Airport.
Most popular types of hire car
- Station wagons - starting at £37 per day
- Large cars - starting at £26 per day
- Medium cars - starting at £21 per day
- People Carriers - starting at £56 per day
- Premium cars - starting at £45 per day
- Small cars - starting at £16 per day
- SUVs - starting at £25 per day
Car hire desks
All car rental companies are located right next to the arrivals area, to the left of check-in.
Services and facilities
You’ll find shops and duty-free outlets, several ATMs, and currency exchange offices. There are many opportunities for dining, with the food village in the Edinburgh Airport's departures area offering the most choices. There are several lounges, baby care facilities, a children’s play area, pharmacy, spa, and a prayer room. The lost and found office on the ground floor of the UK arrivals area also provides luggage storage services. It’s open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The airport’s facilities are friendly to travelers with reduced mobility. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest petrol station
Morrisons petrol station at 47 Gyle Ave. can be reached in about seven minutes and is open daily from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. There are many other petrol stations nearby.
Popular one-way hires
- Glasgow (60 km / 39 mi)
- Inverness (248 km / 154 mi)
- Chester (417 km / 259 mi)
- Dublin (459 km / 285 mi)
- Prestwick (116 km / 72 mi)
- Huddersfield (409 km / 254 mi)
- Dundee (101 km / 63 mi)
- Hartlepool (254 km / 158 mi)
- Wigan (330 km / 205 mi)
- Guildford (708 km / 440 mi)
- Sunderland (225 km / 140 mi)
Airport information
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
- IATA: EDI
- ICAO: EGPH
- Name: Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
- Distance from the city centre: 5.6 miles / 9 km
Top 20 locations near Edinburgh Airport
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Map of Car Hire Destinations
In which month is car hire at Edinburgh Airport the most affordable?
Prices for hiring a car at Edinburgh Airport fluctuate depending on the time of year. This table and graph can help you find the best bargain.
Average price for hiring a car per day at Edinburgh Airport
The best month to hire a car at Edinburgh Airport is February — when the average price for a hire is £24.81 per day. This is 38% less than the yearly average and 56% less than hiring a car in May (when the average price is £56.95 per day).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
For how long do most travellers hire cars for at Edinburgh Airport?
How long travellers keep their hire cars depends on the time of year: in July, the average hire length is 8 days, while in January, it is only 5 days.
Average number of hire days at Edinburgh Airport
What time of year sees the highest demand for car hire at Edinburgh Airport?
Given the number of users searching for a car at Edinburgh Airport, there is a higher probability of travellers hiring a car in August in comparison to hiring a car in in February.
Monthly searches at Edinburgh Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car hire information
| Popular suppliers | Drivalia, Arnold Clark, Alamo, Keddy, GreenMotion |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars, People Carriers |
| Lowest price | £16 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Drivalia |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drivalia | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Drivalia | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Drivalia | Renault Captur | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Arnold Clark | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Arnold Clark | Kia Ceed | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Arnold Clark | Renault Kadjar | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Arnold Clark | Renault Kadjar | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Alamo | Nissan Juke | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Keddy | Vauxhall Astra | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Alamo | Vauxhall Corsa | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
FAQ
If I cancel the reservation, will the refund be partial or total?
Under our Cancellation Policy, you will receive a full refund if you cancel anytime up to 48 hours prior to your originally scheduled pick-up time. If you cancel before your pick-up time but within 48 hours of it, you will receive a refund for Full Coverage, if purchase.
Is insurance already included?
Yes, basic coverage including a collision damage waiver (CDW) and theft protection is including for cars hired in Edinburgh, though with an excess. We recommend purchasing our Full Coverage to make sure your excess is protected.
Are there any additional costs if we pick up or drop off the car outside of the office’s opening hours?
Yes, an additional charge of 30-50 GBP will apply for this service.
Is it possible to have the vehicle delivered to my hotel?
Yes, the majority of our local suppliers offer delivery service. You will be charged an additional fee of 30-40 GBP for it. Please let us know your hotel’s address when booking ( by clicking on additional requirements below the driver details box) so that we can arrange delivery with the supplier.
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
JT
Canada
Vauxhall Crossland
27/07/2024
We enjoyed touring the UK visiting different castles like the Windsor castle and the Alnwick Castle. Our favorite site was the Rosslyn Chapel which is located near Edinburgh.
JK
Poland
Mercedes Benz EQC
24/07/2024
I took part as spectator during The Open first time in my life and I alsi had a chance to see Falkirk attractions and to play golf in Edinburgh and even visit my favourite St. Andrews - home of golf.
JS
Latvia
Vauxhall Corsa
23/07/2024
Edinburgh city was amazing - all the city, it’s impossible to prefer only one spot there. Another honourable mention is Island of Skye.
DG
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
14/04/2024
St Andrews, lovely place
GL
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
24/08/2023
I think the Isle of Skye is probably the most magical and enchanting place in the UK. The landscape is breath taking, in particular the Cuillins , the old man of Stor and the Quiraing. Great walking, great food and great hospitality.
TW
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
18/08/2023
Drove up to the Western Highlands - Glencoe was awesome to drive through.
TC
United States of America (USA)
Ford Fiesta
30/05/2023
I highly recommend Arnold Clark for car rental. And for anyone new to driving on the left side of the road: You get used to it rather quickly!
CS
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
16/05/2023
Business only.
JA
Malta
Ford S-Max 5+2
03/05/2022
Car hire is becoming too expensive.
GE
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
16/02/2022
Ben Nevis, Cairngorms, Edinburgh all fabulous to see. Managed a day of skiing, wonderful nature walks too, all made easy with easirent.
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
Enterprise
9.2 / 10
Lowest-rated company
GreenMotion
6.2 / 10
Total number of reviews
134
Total rental companies
14
Average daily price
£45.65
Lowest daily price
£16.35
Total cars available
451
Top 14 suppliers at Edinburgh Airport in 2024
Enterprise
+4401313484000 / +4401313330400
Car Rental Centre, Jubilee Rd, Edinburgh, Ingliston EH12 9FS
£33 - £142
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:59
Tue:07:00 - 23:59
Wed:07:00 - 23:59
Thu:07:00 - 23:59
Fri:07:00 - 23:59
Sat:07:00 - 23:59
Sun:07:00 - 23:59
Arnold Clark
+441313330124 / +441313330347
Eastfield Rd, Ingliston, Newbridge EH28 8LS
£29 - £62
Working hours
Mon:07:30 - 17:30
Tue:07:30 - 17:30
Wed:07:30 - 17:30
Thu:07:30 - 17:30
Fri:07:30 - 17:30
Sat:07:30 - 16:30
Sun:07:30 - 16:30
Alamo
+4401313414000
Edinburgh Airport, Burnside Rd, Ingliston, Edinburgh EH12 9DN
£34 - £138
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:59
Tue:07:00 - 23:59
Wed:07:00 - 23:59
Thu:07:00 - 23:59
Fri:07:00 - 23:59
Sat:07:00 - 23:59
Sun:07:00 - 23:59
Avis
+4403445446004
Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh, EH12 9DN, United Kingdom
£27 - £106
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:00
Tue:07:00 - 23:00
Wed:07:00 - 23:00
Thu:07:00 - 23:00
Fri:07:00 - 23:00
Sat:07:00 - 23:00
Sun:07:00 - 23:00
Budget
+4403445449064
Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh, EH12 9DN, United Kingdom
£24 - £114
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:00
Tue:07:00 - 23:00
Wed:07:00 - 23:00
Thu:07:00 - 23:00
Fri:07:00 - 23:00
Sat:07:00 - 23:00
Sun:07:00 - 23:00
National
+4401313330400
175 Jubilee Rd, Edinburgh, Ingliston, Newbridge EH12 9FS
£41 - £156
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:59
Tue:07:00 - 23:59
Wed:07:00 - 23:59
Thu:07:00 - 23:59
Fri:07:00 - 23:59
Sat:07:00 - 23:59
Sun:07:00 - 23:59
Hertz
+4408433093025
Car Rental Centre, 175 Jubilee Rd, Edinburgh, Ingliston EH12 9FT
£23 - £112
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:00
Tue:07:00 - 23:00
Wed:07:00 - 23:00
Thu:07:00 - 23:00
Fri:07:00 - 23:00
Sat:07:00 - 23:00
Sun:07:00 - 23:00
Keddy
+4403713843406
CAR RENTAL CENTRE
£21 - £79
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:00
Tue:07:00 - 23:00
Wed:07:00 - 23:00
Thu:07:00 - 23:00
Fri:07:00 - 23:00
Sat:07:00 - 21:00
Sun:07:00 - 23:00
Europcar
+4403713843406
EDINBURGH APT 176 JUBILEE ROAD
£25 - £180
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:00
Tue:07:00 - 23:00
Wed:07:00 - 23:00
Thu:07:00 - 23:00
Fri:07:00 - 23:00
Sat:07:00 - 21:00
Sun:07:00 - 23:00
Routes Car Rental
+443713843406
Car Rental Centre, Edinburgh, Ingliston EH12 9FT
£63 - £128
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:00
Tue:07:00 - 23:00
Wed:07:00 - 23:00
Thu:07:00 - 23:00
Fri:07:00 - 23:00
Sat:07:00 - 19:00
Sun:07:00 - 23:00
Drivalia
+441312021710
3 Queen Anne`s Drive Newbridge EH28 8LH EDINBURGH
£16 - £94
Working hours
Mon:06:00 - 00:30
Tue:06:00 - 00:30
Wed:06:00 - 00:30
Thu:06:00 - 00:30
Fri:06:00 - 00:30
Sat:06:00 - 00:30
Sun:06:00 - 00:30
Dollar
+4408433093025
175 Jubilee Road - Car Rental Centre, EH12 9FT
£22 - £60
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:00
Tue:07:00 - 23:00
Wed:07:00 - 23:00
Thu:07:00 - 23:00
Fri:07:00 - 23:00
Sat:07:00 - 23:00
Sun:07:00 - 23:00
SIXT
+442070188246
Car Rental Centre, Jubilee Rd, Edinburgh, Ingliston EH12 9FS
£52 - £170
Working hours
Mon:06:30 - 23:00
Tue:06:30 - 23:00
Wed:06:30 - 23:00
Thu:06:30 - 23:00
Fri:06:30 - 23:00
Sat:06:30 - 23:00
Sun:06:30 - 23:00
GreenMotion
+441312850600
Secure Airparks, 100 Ingliston Road, Edinburgh EH28 8AU
£26 - £100
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 22:00
Tue:07:00 - 22:00
Wed:07:00 - 22:00
Thu:07:00 - 22:00
Fri:07:00 - 22:00
Sat:07:00 - 22:00
Sun:07:00 - 22:00
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World Travel Tech Awards - World's Best Car Rental Booking Website 2023
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Magellan Awards Gold Winner 2023
Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
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FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 100 Companies 2020
Uzakrota Travel Awards - World’s Leading Car Rental Website 2022
Inc. 5000 Europe - Top 500 Companies 2019
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SimilarWeb - Top 50 Car Hire Websites
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