Aberdeen car hire

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Aberdeen car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Aberdeen with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Aberdeen?

You should book your car hire in Aberdeen around 28 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Aberdeen?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Avis (€35.40/day), DRIVALIA (€37.05/day), and Alamo (€39.11/day). The cheapest car hire price was found at Avis Aberdeen Airport (8.7 km from city centre).

What is the most popular car to hire in Aberdeen?

Hires in the Small category (Opel Corsa or similar) are the most popular option in Aberdeen, costing €45/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as €19/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Aberdeen?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Aberdeen is January at an average cost of €29/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Aberdeen when prices are €45/day on average, which tends to be 7% above the yearly average hire price for Aberdeen.

Aberdeen car hire price comparison by vehicle type

Find the right car hire in Aberdeen by comparing prices across vehicle types.

Small cars

€21 - €36

All Car Types

€47 - €72

How much does it cost to hire a small car in Aberdeen?

How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Aberdeen?

How much does it cost to hire a large car in Aberdeen?

How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Aberdeen?

How much does it cost to hire a van in Aberdeen?

How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Aberdeen?

Small car hire in Aberdeen typically costs around €29 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average €21 per day, which is about 28% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 50% cheaper than the average car hire in Aberdeen, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.

Medium car hire in Aberdeen typically costs around €56 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average €40 per day, which is about 29% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 2% cheaper than the average car hire in Aberdeen, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car hire in Aberdeen typically costs around €66 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average €41 per day, which is about 38% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 14% more expensive than the average car hire in Aberdeen but offer more comfort for longer trips.

SUV hire in Aberdeen typically costs around €65 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average €53 per day, which is about 19% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 13% more expensive than the average car hire in Aberdeen but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.

Van hire in Aberdeen typically costs around €92 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average €65 per day, which is about 30% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 39% more expensive than the average car hire in Aberdeen but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Luxury car hire in Aberdeen typically costs around €82 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average €64 per day, which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 31% more expensive than the average car hire in Aberdeen but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.

Good to know

Most popular agency

Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

DRIVALIA
Small
€37/day
€31/day

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Aberdeen

  • There is hardly a better way to explore the eastern coastline of Scotland and all the attractions of Aberdeen – such as the Maritime Museum or the Art Gallery – or the inner Scottish countryside than by renting a car. Benefit from the flexibility and a sense of freedom when visiting the coastal city when you get your own hire car.
  • Aberdeen Airport is located about six and a half miles from the heart of Aberdeen and travelers can rent a car directly from there to be in the city in about twenty minutes. There are various onsite car hire agencies of internationally renowned companies like Avis, Hertz, and Europcar, to name a few.
  • In Aberdeen, like the rest of the UK, cars drive on the left side of the road, plus the steering wheel is on the right-hand side of the car. Travelers who are not used to this should consider renting a GPS system with the car, as it makes it easier to navigate on the other side of the road. Remember to enter roundabouts clockwise and be extra attentive at intersections.
  • Peak times in Aberdeen are usually around 6-9 am and 4-7 pm in Aberdeen during the week, and traffic can increase dramatically with waiting hours sometimes as long as 1 hour. Try to avoid these times for driving if possible and find ways through little alleys and streets rather than bit arterial roads like the A96, for instance.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Aberdeen for €31 or less
  • Small hire cars in Aberdeen are around 34% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Aberdeen

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Aberdeen?

    As Aberdeen is located in the north, it is wise to rent a 4-wheel-drive car, especially when visiting during the winter. Parking and traffic can be challenging in the city, so opt for a smaller car if possible, as it can fit into more parking spaces and will also need less petrol – which can get pretty expensive in Europe and the UK.

  • What’s the speed limit in Aberdeen?

    Even though the rest of European countries uses the metric system, in the UK the imperial system prevails to some extent and speed limits are given in miles per hour. Bear in mind that the posted signs are on the left side of the road. General regulations permit 30 mph in residential areas, but it goes down to 20 mph around schools. 50 mph is permitted on rural roads and up to 70 mph on freeways (called motorways in the UK and usually marked with an “M”).

  • Where are the best places to park in Aberdeen?

    On-street parking in Aberdeen is usually time restricted and metered, with a fee of around £1 ($1.27) per 20 minutes. There are also various parking lots and garages available, some of which are even free of charge. The Denburn, Chapel Street, or Frederick Street parking lots, for instance, can be used without paying a fee after 5pm.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Aberdeen?

    On average a car hire in Aberdeen costs €37 per day.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Dyce airport (ABZ)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Dyce airport include DRIVALIA, Alamo, Avis, Arnold Clark, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and keddy by Europcar.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Dyce airport (ABZ)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Dyce airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, Avis, Arnold Clark, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and keddy by Europcar.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Aberdeen?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Small car hire cost in Aberdeen?

    A Small car hire in Aberdeen costs €33 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Medium car hire cost in Aberdeen?

    A Medium car hire in Aberdeen costs €57 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Aberdeen?

    A Luxury car hire in Aberdeen costs €122 per day, on average.

Aberdeen car rental reviews and directory

 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Arnold Clark

10.0

Wonderful
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Aberdeen

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Locations in Aberdeen

Aberdeen Airport

+44 1224 622714

Opening times not available

Canal Road Mounthooley

+44 122 462 2714

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2022

KAYAK
They were really helpful. My plane and transport to the agency was going to make me get there after closing. They were wonderful and waited for me after closing so I was able to get my car.

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful
Read 1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

5 locations in Aberdeen

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Locations in Aberdeen

1-15 Ann St, ABERDEEN

+44 1224 454758

Opening times not available

80 Skene Square

+44 1224 894679

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday

829 831 Great Northern Road

+44 1224 690099

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 16:00
Sunday10:00 - 16:00

Car Rental Centre

+44 1224 432432

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday07:00 - 23:00
Thursday07:00 - 23:00
Friday07:00 - 23:00
Saturday08:00 - 23:00
Sunday08:00 - 23:00

Girdleness Road

+44 1224 894679

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday

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National

8.0

Very Good
Read 1 review

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in Aberdeen

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Locations in Aberdeen

Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 1224 690099

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 14:00

Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 1224 774466

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 23:00
Sunday08:00 - 23:00

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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Cheap, quick, nice staff. Dirty exterior and a bit of a wait/tech issues on pickup.

1 out of 1

DRIVALIA

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

7.0

One location in Aberdeen

from€20/day

Locations in Aberdeen

Car Rental Center Upper Farburn Road,aberdeen Airport

Opening times not available

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Sixt

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

6.0

2 locations in Aberdeen

Locations in Aberdeen

College Street Car Park L8

+44 20 7018 8246

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

Upper Farburn Road

+44 20 7018 8246

Monday08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday08:00 - 20:00
Wednesday08:00 - 20:00
Thursday08:00 - 20:00
Friday08:00 - 20:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:30
Sunday08:00 - 16:30

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2.0 Poor

Kait, Jul 2022

KAYAK
Charged 5x what was originally quoted in my reservation. An absolute nightmare of a company. Avoid at all costs.

Europcar

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.8

Value for money

6.4

3 locations in Aberdeen

Locations in Aberdeen

16 Broomhill Road

+44 371 384 1092

Opening times not available

Argyll Close

+44 371 384 0135

Opening times not available

Car Rental Center

+44 371 384 0295

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Alamo

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Aberdeen

from€41/day

Locations in Aberdeen

Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 1224 774466

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 23:00
Sunday08:00 - 23:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Passenger van

KAYAK
Vehicle I booked was not available. I was not informed so as to make alternative arrangement. I was offered an inadequate alternative at pickup time. My family was thrown into a panic state as we try to get the right Vehicle at exorbitant price. It was a very bad experience for us.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Mini

KAYAK
Everything was excellent

Budget

4.6

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

5.3

One location in Aberdeen

Locations in Aberdeen

Aberdeen Airport

+44 344 544 9122

Monday07:30 - 23:15
Tuesday07:30 - 23:15
Wednesday07:30 - 23:15
Thursday07:30 - 23:15
Friday07:30 - 23:15
Saturday08:00 - 20:30
Sunday09:00 - 23:15

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2.0 Poor

darin, May 2024

Mini

KAYAK
Way too expensive, I'd advise travelers to avoid car rentals.

Easirent

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

3.3

One location in Aberdeen

Locations in Aberdeen

C/o Marriott Courtyard Argyll Way

+44 122 460 8690

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:59
Sunday06:00 - 23:59

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Avis

9.1

Wonderful

One location in Aberdeen

from€23/day

Locations in Aberdeen

Aberdeen Airport

+44 344 544 6010

Monday07:30 - 23:15
Tuesday07:30 - 23:15
Wednesday07:30 - 23:15
Thursday07:30 - 23:15
Friday07:30 - 23:15
Saturday08:00 - 20:30
Sunday09:00 - 23:15

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Dollar

6.5

Okay

One location in Aberdeen

from€36/day

Locations in Aberdeen

Car Rental Bld Aberdeen Apt

+44 1224 920123

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday10:00 - 18:00

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Hertz

5.8

Fair

One location in Aberdeen

Locations in Aberdeen

Car Rental Bld Aberdeen Apt

+44 1224 920123

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday10:00 - 18:00

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keddy by Europcar

5.1

Fair

2 locations in Aberdeen

from€30/day

Locations in Aberdeen

16 Broomhill Road

+44 371 384 1092

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00

Car Rental Center

08713840295

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Routes Car & Truck Rentals

3.3

Poor

One location in Aberdeen

Locations in Aberdeen

Car Rental Center,upper Farburn Road Aberdeen Airport

+44 371 384 0295

Monday08:00 - 22:00
Tuesday08:00 - 19:00
Wednesday08:00 - 19:00
Thursday08:00 - 19:00
Friday08:00 - 22:00
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday12:00 - 22:00

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Firefly

7.0

Good

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Aberdeen

Locations in Aberdeen

Car Rental Bld Aberdeen Apt

+44 843 309 3001

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday07:00 - 23:00
Thursday07:00 - 23:00
Friday07:00 - 23:00
Saturday09:00 - 18:00
Sunday09:00 - 23:00

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

4 locations in Aberdeen

Locations in Aberdeen

829-831 Great Northern Road

Opening times not available

Girdleness Road

Opening times not available

Upper Farburn Rd

Opening times not available

c/o Marriott Courtyard/Argyll Way

Opening times not available

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FLIZZR

No score available yet

3 locations in Aberdeen

Locations in Aberdeen

Car Rental Center Upper Farburn Road,aberdeen Airport

+44 844 499 3399

Opening times not available

College Street Car Park L8

+44 207 018 8246

Opening times not available

Upper Farburn Road

+44 844 499 3399

Opening times not available

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Free2Move

No score available yet

One location in Aberdeen

Locations in Aberdeen

Whitemyres Place

+44 1224 002737

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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INTERRENT

No score available yet

One location in Aberdeen

Locations in Aberdeen

InterRent Park and Depart

+44 122 470 0021

Opening times not available

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JP Vehicle Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Aberdeen

Locations in Aberdeen

12 Greenbank Road, Aberdeen

+44 345 208 4444

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday

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Thrifty

No score available yet

One location in Aberdeen

Locations in Aberdeen

8 - 12 St Machar Drive

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30

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23 travellers who hired a car in Aberdeen gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.7

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Car hire insurance in Aberdeen

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Aberdeen car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend always be aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Aberdeen.

Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a no-deductible option to your Aberdeen car hire.

Aberdeen car hire information

Pick-up locationAberdeen
Car types
Hire locations36
Airport locations20