Car Rental at Edinburgh Airport

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Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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500+ Trusted Suppliers:

Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Edinburgh Airport
Mini
Fiat 500 or similar
Fiat 500
  • 4
  • 1
  • 3
  • A/C
  • Man.
GreenMotion
$39.08 / per day
Edinburgh Airport
Economy
Vauxhall Corsa or similar
Vauxhall Corsa
  • 5
  • 1
  • 3
  • A/C
  • Man.
Europcar
$50.18 / per day
Edinburgh Airport
Compact
Ford Focus or similar
Ford Focus
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Keddy
$51.44 / per day
Edinburgh Airport
Intermediate
Kia Optima or similar
Kia Optima
  • 5
  • 4
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Drivalia
$78.44 / per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Edinburgh Airport
Compact Elite
Mercedes Benz A Class or similar
Mercedes Benz A Class
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Budget
$91.74 / per day
Edinburgh Airport
Standard SUV
Ford Kuga or similar
Ford Kuga
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Enterprise
$109.96 / per day
Edinburgh Airport
Full-size
Mercedes-Benz CLA Coupé or similar
Mercedes-Benz CLA Coupé
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
SIXT
$132.29 / per day
Edinburgh Airport
Premium
Mercedes Benz C Class or similar
Mercedes Benz C Class
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Avis
$148.59 / per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 01:38 on 2024-03-27. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

Travel Information

Languages
English
Currency
GBP
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+44
Average car rental price
$88 per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
48 km/h or 30 mph
Speed limit out of town
96 - 112 km/h or 60 - 70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Rating
9.2 / 10
Average gasoline price
$1.98 per liter or $7.50 / 1 gallon
Lowest gasoline price
$1.79 per liter or $6.79 / 1 gallon
Highest gasoline price
$2.40 per liter or $9.08 / 1 gallon
Edinburgh Airport

Airport Car Rental

The capital of Scotland, Edinburgh is one of the loveliest cities in the United Kingdom. Known for its historic landmarks from different eras, many green spaces, and great cultural institutions, it offers sophistication and excitement in equal measure. These are five of its most notable attractions:

  • Edinburgh Castle. As far as castles go, this one is among the most impressive in the United Kingdom, if not all of Europe as its 2.2 million annual visitors can testify. Dating back to the 11th century (although Castle Rock, on which it spectacularly sits, was inhabited much earlier), the castle has been rebuilt and renovated but has always remained the symbol of the city.
  • National Museum of Scotland. Dedicated to all things Scottish, this is one of the main cultural institutions in Edinburgh — and one of its main tourist attractions. It would be impossible to list all of the exhibits on display, but even visitors who do not deem themselves lovers of history will probably be impressed by the full skeleton of Stegosaurus, ornate Celtic brooches, or the taxidermy of Dolly the sheep; the first cloned mammal.
  • Royal Botanic Garden of Edinburgh. Not just a botanical garden, but also a center for study, the RBGE is another beloved tourist attraction. In addition to fascinating collections of both local and exotic flora, the garden is also home to one of the best herbariums in the United Kingdom..
  • Arthur’s Seat. Sitting in the beautiful Holyrood Park just a short walk from Edinburgh’s Royal Mile is Arthur’s Seat. As the highest point in the park, you get amazing views of Edinburgh Castle, Calton Hill and the spires dotted across the city.The remains of a volcano, this walk is well worth doing for active travellers.
  • Museum of Childhood. It is often claimed that this is the first museum in the world to focus specifically on the topic of childhood, and whether it is true or not, this museum is definitely one of the most interesting attractions of Edinburgh. With diverse and interactive expositions that will be interesting to both children and adults, the museum explains what growing up in Britain has been like over the last few centuries. 

Top international routes

  • London
  • Dublin
  • Amsterdam
  • Paris
  • Bristol
  • Belfast

Main airlines

Ryanair, easyJet, Flybe, Jet2.com, Norwegian Air,, 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 rental car

  • Station wagons - from $104 per day
  • Large cars - from $52 per day
  • Medium cars - from $45 per day
  • Vans - from $321 per day
  • Premium cars - from $58 per day
  • Small cars - from $39 per day
  • SUVs - from $52 per day

Car rental 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 airport’s facilities are friendly to travelers with reduced mobility. You can find more information on the airport's official website.

Nearest gas station

Morrisons gas 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 gas stations nearby.

Popular one-way rentals

  • 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)
This information was written, fact-checked, and/or translated by our content creators.

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Hannah
This article was reviewed and updated by Hannah, the adventurer behind That Adventurer, a travel blog for active travellers. If you like exploring new places by hiking, biking, kayaking or paddleboarding, then you’ll enjoy That Adventurer’s travel guides. Originally from the UK, Hannah has lived in Canada, Norway and France.

Airport info

Rating
7.5
  • Getting to the airport 8.4
  • Check-in and departures 7.9
  • Terminal facilities 7.5
  • Wi-Fi 6.7
  • Restaurants and car rental services 7.2
  • Lounge 7.2

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • IATA: EDI
  • ICAO: EGPH
  • Name: Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
  • Distance from city: 5.6 miles / 9 km

Top 20 Locations near Edinburgh Airport

When are car rental prices the lowest at Edinburgh Airport?

The cost of renting a car at Edinburgh Airport varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day at Edinburgh Airport
$34.53
January
$32.29
February
$49.75
March
$98.52
April
$101.59
May
$83.99
June
$97.45
July
$89.51
August
$57.03
September
$46.83
October
$35.93
November
$50.74
December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Edinburgh Airport is February — when rental costs average $32.29 per day. This is 50% cheaper than the yearly average and 68% cheaper than renting a car in May (when prices average $101.59 per day).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Edinburgh Airport?

How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in May the average rental period is 7 days, while in January, the average rental period is only 5 days.
Average number of rental days at Edinburgh Airport
5
January
5
February
6
March
6
April
7
May
7
June
7
July
7
August
7
September
5
October
5
November
6
December

What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Edinburgh Airport?

Based on how many users search for a car in at Edinburgh Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car at Edinburgh Airport in August, while they are least likely to rent in in February.
Monthly searches at Edinburgh Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
40%
January
38%
February
60%
March
97%
April
121%
May
131%
June
152%
July
167%
August
150%
September
136%
October
56%
November
53%
December

Car Rental Information

Popular suppliers Drivalia, Arnold Clark, GreenMotion, Alamo, Keddy
Popular car categories Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Vans
Lowest price $39 per day
Cheapest supplier GreenMotion

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Rental Supplier 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 Peugeot 3008 5 3 SUVs
Hertz Ford Fiesta 5 1 Small cars
Keddy Ford Focus 5 2 Medium cars
Arnold Clark Mercedes Benz Vito 5 3 Vans
Arnold Clark Kia Ceed 5 2 Medium cars
Drivalia Ford Focus 5 2 Medium cars

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 car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.

Malaysia
Ford Focus
March 18, 2024
Scotland is a beautiful country full of breathtaking scenery! Absolutely no complaints whatsoever about our experiences here!
Netherlands
Kia Ceed
February 25, 2024
8 day roadtrip across scotland. Amazing sceneries and lovely people.
Italy
Ford Fiesta
January 7, 2024
Visiting family
Spain
Fiat 500
November 13, 2023
Nature sports, sport, trekking an citys. It's a great experience
Netherlands
Ford Fiesta
November 8, 2023
Scotland and Isle of Skie in particular is an amazing place to visit during the autumn season.
Hong Kong
Ford Focus
September 17, 2023
Excellent drive around the highlands. Car performed well all through and it was a smooth ride overall.
Switzerland
Ford Focus
August 30, 2023
Plane delays
Canada
Kia Ceed
August 24, 2023
Finding almost secluded beaches.
Ireland
Vauxhall Crossland
August 8, 2023
My base was Forres. The local restaurants were great. The outdoor activities were fantastic
Romania
Ford Focus
July 31, 2023
Tour of the famous scottish castles! Impressive! Worth every penny! Thanks!
Denmark
Fiat 500
July 25, 2023
Nature spots for sight seeing and walking. Specially on Isle of Sky.
United States of America (USA)
Kia Ceed
July 14, 2023
We drove through the Scottish highlands visiting Glencoe, Fort William, Ben Nevis, Fort Augustus, and Skye.
Australia
Ford Fiesta
July 13, 2023
Road trip though the highlands was awsome
United States of America (USA)
Fiat 500
June 26, 2023
I drive to the Highlands and took a ferry to the Isles of Lewis and Harris before driving back to Edinburgh. It was an incredible trip.
Canada
Kia Ceed
June 22, 2023
The whole country is amazing. Highlights were golfing in St. Andrews, little out of the way whisky distilleries (don't go to the big ones), Edinburgh, seeing Elton John in Aberdeen, the breathtaking scenery, in particular Glencoe. There are lots of little gems to discover out there. Ask the locals.
Netherlands
Ford Focus
June 17, 2023
Golfing trip excellent.
Australia
Nissan Qashqai
June 8, 2023
First time visit to Scotland and loved it. The history is amazing, the landscape fantastic. Kayaking on Loch Lomond was brilliant.
United States of America (USA)
Kia Ceed
May 27, 2023
The Highlands are amazing! There was nothing I found disappointing except if something was (understandably) closed.
United States of America (USA)
Fiat 500
May 26, 2023
Landscapes of the Highlands and Skye. Good restaurants in Portree.
Australia
VW Polo
May 26, 2023
The countryside - get off the highway when going to a place so you get to see the best of the place
South Africa
Fiat 500
May 24, 2023
The Lake District is very special. Roads are good, but narrow. Book a small car - better suited to conditions. Do not be conned into upgrading to an SUV.
United States of America (USA)
Ford Kuga
May 1, 2023
Balmoral, Culloden, St Andrews, whisky distillaries, Braemar & Fife Arms Restaurant, Ballatar & co-op/pubs. Finally, Scottish countryside was magnificent. Much more beautiful than I imagined. Oops. The Scots we met were most friendly & helpful. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
Czech Republic
Fiat 500
April 24, 2023
Trip to Skye was beautiful!
Spain
Volkswagen Touran
March 5, 2023
We had a great holiday and didn't let the awful cars Drivalia (Easirent) gave us, spoil it. Scotland is beautiful. And the Manager at Drivalia was obviously sympathetic, plus the office staff were professional making up for the god awful maintenance and cleaners they employ!
Italy
Fiat 500
November 1, 2022
We loved everything about it. The nature surrounding us, the incredible views of the highlands and the many animals we saw.
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 3008
October 26, 2022
definitely loved visiting the isle of skye—it is accessible by train but having a car is helpful in accessing tourist sites that are further off the beaten path.
Poland
Fiat 500
October 7, 2022
Beautiful castles, nice villages. But some was closed this day.
Canada
Peugeot 3008
September 19, 2022
Renting a car is an amazing way to see Scotland. Highly recommend
Australia
Skoda Octavia
September 2, 2022
Drove across Scotland to the scenically beautiful Isle of Skye. Loved the spectacular coast. Loved the bagpipe band in Portree Village
Malaysia
Kia Ceed
July 27, 2022
Seen a lot of natural spots on the hills and more.
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Tiida
June 19, 2022
I visited the Highlands of Scotland which meant a lot of driving. Coming out of the US and into the UK that meant driving on the left instead of the right. It was doable, just be aware there are a lot of single land roads with travel in both directions. I hope I can do this trip again. I had an amazing time.
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
November 11, 2020
Very quick and efficient service, will use again
United States of America (USA)
Fiat 500
September 3, 2020
Probably the easiest rental car experienced I've had. Highly recommend!
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
December 4, 2019
I did not need the car for town as town was so busy, parking would have been a nightmare. Sometimes its easier just to use public transport which is very good in Edinburgh.
Belgium
Ford Focus
October 28, 2019
That was great. I like that very much. Location is very near the airport free shuttle pick and drop every 10 minutes.
Australia
VW Golf
August 5, 2019
Best place in the world in August with all the festivals on
United Kingdom
VW Polo
August 3, 2019
Edinburgh is a beautiful City worth a visit. I traveled up north to Invervary which was stunning. You must visit the Castle and its gardens, absolutely breathtaking. Loch Fyne Hotel and Spa is worth a stay too. The scenery onroute is also breathtaking with endless little villages, mountains and lochs.
Czech Republic
VW Caddy
August 3, 2019
Isle of the Sky (walking to the mountain call Cuillin), town call Culross, Glenfinnan, Loch Lomond - the village Balmaha - Coffee St Mocha (the best)
United States of America (USA)
Ford Fiesta 3d
June 15, 2019
Not to drive in town, only to get out of town
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
May 9, 2019
Easirent were cheap but collecting the car proved to be very time consuming
United States of America (USA)
Ford Fiesta
April 13, 2019
I was nervous about driving on the “wrong” side of the road but I told myself the driver has to be next to the center line on two way streets. Drivers in Edinburgh are also for the most part very courteous!
United States of America (USA)
Hyundai Tucson
April 4, 2019
If only visiting Edinburg City, you don't need a car. Great public transportation combined with narrow, busy streets makes driving less viable. However, the are many sites outside of the city that are worth visiting as well: The Kelpies, Stirling Castle, the Pentland Hills, Peebles, and many more!
United Kingdom
FIAT 500
November 10, 2018
I live in Edinburgh but usually rent cars from the airport as better value. Edinburgh is a beautiful city and a great location to start & finish a highland tour.
Portugal
VW Caddy
October 27, 2018
Off course I would recommend renting a car in Edinburg, but not on Green Motion.
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
October 3, 2018
I live here!
Spain
VW Sharan 6+1
August 25, 2018
Easy, quick and immediate service and attention. Perfect vehicle.
United States of America (USA)
Skoda Octavia Combi
August 16, 2018
Inverness and St Andrew were lovely

Car Rental Statistics

Highest rated company
Arnold Clark
9.3 / 10
)
Lowest rated company
GreenMotion
6.4 / 10
)
Total number of reviews
99
Total rental companies
15
Average daily price
$87.72
Lowest daily price
$39.08
Total cars available
353

Top 15 Suppliers at Edinburgh Airport in 2024

Arnold Clark
Exceptional 9.3 / 294 reviews
+441313330124 / +441313330347
Eastfield Rd, Ingliston, Newbridge EH28 8LS
$70 - $86
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
Exceptional 9.1 / 192 reviews
+4401313330400
Edinburgh Airport, Burnside Rd, Ingliston, Edinburgh EH12 9DN
$70 - $262
Enterprise
Very good 8.6 / 62 reviews
+4401313484000 / +4401313330400
Car Rental Centre, Jubilee Rd, Edinburgh, Ingliston EH12 9FS
$69 - $264
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
Avis
Avis
Very good 8.6 / 34 reviews
+4403445446004
Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh, EH12 9DN, United Kingdom
$55 - $163
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
Very good 8.3 / 94 reviews
+4403713843406
CAR RENTAL CENTRE
$51 - $95
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
Hertz
Very good 8.3 / 49 reviews
+4408433093025
Car Rental Centre, 175 Jubilee Rd, Edinburgh, Ingliston EH12 9FT
$59 - $104
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:07:00-21:00
National
Very good 8.2 / 12 reviews
+4401313330400
175 Jubilee Rd, Edinburgh, Ingliston, Newbridge EH12 9FS
$74 - $219
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
Drivalia
Drivalia
Very good 8.1 / 226 reviews
+441312021710
3 Queen Anne`s Drive Newbridge EH28 8LH EDINBURGH
$53 - $121
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
Europcar
Good 7.9 / 48 reviews
+4403713843406
EDINBURGH APT 176 JUBILEE ROAD
$50 - $145
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
Easirent
Good 7.8 / 388 reviews
+441312021710
3 Queen Anne’s Drive
Working hours
Mon:00:00-00:30; 06:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-00:30; 06:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-00:30; 06:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-00:30; 06:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-00:30; 06:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-00:30; 06:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-00:30; 06:00-23:59
Budget
Budget
Good 7.7 / 9 reviews
+4403445449064
Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh, EH12 9DN, United Kingdom
$55 - $163
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
Dollar
Dollar
Good 7.7
+4408433093025
175 Jubilee Road - Car Rental Centre, EH12 9FT
$53 - $93
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:07:00-21:00
SIXT
Good 7.3 / 43 reviews
+442070188246
Car Rental Centre, Jubilee Rd, Edinburgh, Ingliston EH12 9FS
$71 - $201
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
Interrent
Interrent
Good 7.3
+441313330008 / +4403713840134
InterRent Car Rental Office
Working hours
Mon:07:00-21:00
Tue:07:00-21:00
Wed:07:00-21:00
Thu:07:00-21:00
Fri:07:00-21:00
Sat:07:00-21:00
Sun:07:00-21:00
GreenMotion
Satisfactory 6.4 / 310 reviews
+441312850600
Secure Airparks, 100 Ingliston Road, Edinburgh EH28 8AU
$39 - $445
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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