Car hires in Reykjavik, Capital Region

The majority of car hire agencies in Reykjavik offer free cancellation. momondo will always tell you whether or not rental car centres such as Ice Rental Cars, Europcar, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car have a cancellation fee for travellers who have last-minute itinerary changes.

Travellers who hire a car in Reykjavik should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 50 km/h. Suburban speed limits around Reykjavik are generally 90 km/h, whereas speed limits on motorways are 90 km/h. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

If you’re interested in hiring the Hyundai Santa Fe in Reykjavik, then Alamo is the most popular car hire company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV hire). Hyundai Santa Fe hire in Reykjavik from Alamo is R2 441 per day on average.Keep in mind that Alamo also has other SUV hires available if you're unable to book the Hyundai Santa Fe during your travel dates. Hiring the Volvo XC90 from Alamo in Reykjavik is also an option.

Those looking for a hire car in Reykjavik during the month of April should expect temperatures to be around 35,6 °F and should expect around 50 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

The climate in Capital Region during April is usually 35,6 °F with an expected 50 mm of precipitation throughout the month. Those looking to hire a car and leave from Reykjavik on a road trip to the surrounding area should take note of this information.

Prices for cars in Reykjavik refresh daily.

As of April 2025, there are 84 operators available to choose from for cars in Reykjavik.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Reykjavik. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.

When hiring a car in Reykjavik, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of hire and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.