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Find low rental car prices at Dublin Airport with Road Genius. Find live rates for SUVs, hatchbacks and minivans and make reservations with no booking fees. Compare Dublin Airport car rental deals from brands like Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz and Sixt at Terminal 1, Terminal 2 and the Car Rental Village, with a frequent free shuttle and 24/7 returns. Book early for summer and automatics and check our quick tips on the M50 eFlow toll and driving into Dublin city.
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Rental Companies at Dublin Airport: Major companies include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, and Sixt, all with desks inside the terminals and cars at the Car Rental Village.
On average, car rentals at Dublin Airport cost around €64 per day, with the lowest-priced rentals available from €13 per day.
Compare airport vs city/off-airport pickup. Airport rentals include a €30-50 premium location fee. Off-airport providers often cost less, but add 20-30 minutes for the shuttle.
Book smart around seasons and events. For summer or big events like St. Patrick’s Day or Six Nations, book 2-3 months ahead. In spring/autumn or winter, watch prices and rebook if they drop.
Choose a manual and a smaller class. Automatics and premium cars are priced higher, especially in summer. If you’re comfortable with a manual, it’s usually cheaper.
Keep pickup and drop-off the same. One-way or changing locations later can add fees. Compare both options and only do one-way if it truly saves time or money.
Fuel up before return. Most rentals are full-to-full. Fill at Applegreen Swords (often cheapest) or Topaz Cloghran rather than the last-mile station, and keep the receipt.
Handle the M50 toll yourself. Pay at eflow.ie by 8 pm the next day to avoid potential admin fees from the rental company.
| Parking Type | Location | Rates (Approx.) | Benefits |
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| Short-Term | Adjacent to terminals | Hourly and daily rates apply | Convenient for pickup/drop-off Walk to terminals |
| Long-Term | 5-10 min shuttle | Daily and weekly rates apply | Economical for longer stays Regular shuttles |
| Express Parking | 2 min walk to terminal | Hourly and daily rates apply | Premium convenience Covered spaces available |
| Off-site Parking | 10-15 min shuttle | Daily and weekly rates available | Substantial savings Must arrange shuttle |
Book a rental so you can see:
Dublin City Center – Port Tunnel
Wicklow Mountains – R115, Sally Gap
Kilkenny – M7/M9, castle, cathedral
Galway – M4/M6, Kilcock, Ballinasloe tolls
Belfast – M1, border toll
Cork – M7/M8, Portlaoise, Fermoy tolls
How long does the rental pickup process take at Dublin Airport? When it's not busy, you can expect to be driving away in about 30 minutes. During the busy summer season, you should allow 60-90 minutes.
Can I change my pickup/return location after booking? Yes, you can, but the rental company may charge you a fee of €30-50 for changing your location between the airport and the city.
Are child seats available at Dublin Airport rental locations? Yes, most companies provide infant, toddler and booster seats for €8-15 per day. For longer rentals, they often have a maximum charge. Make sure you reserve one in advance.
Is there a grace period for returns? Most companies give you a 29-minute grace period. If you return the car later than that, they might charge you for another full day.
Can I return outside of office hours? Yes, rental returns at Dublin Airport are open 24/7. For after-hours returns, just follow the instructions on where to park the car and drop off the key.
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