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Shannon car rentals from C$ 19/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Shannon with a pick-up date of 23/8 and drop-off date of 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Volkswagen Polo car
Volkswagen Polo
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
C$ 21/day
Ford Focus car
Ford Focus
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
C$ 21/day
Ford Mondeo car
Ford Mondeo
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
C$ 30/day
Ford Ka car
Ford Ka
or similar SMALL
2
2
2/4
C$ 19/day
Audi A4 car
Audi A4
or similar LUXURY
5
5
4-5
C$ 127/day
Nissan Qashqai car
Nissan Qashqai
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
C$ 24/day
Hyundai Tucson car
Hyundai Tucson
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
C$ 29/day
Ford Focus Wagon car
Ford Focus Wagon
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
C$ 39/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Shannon

  • A rental car is by far the best and most comfortable way to explore not only Shannon, but also other big destinations in western Ireland. Public transportation often doesn’t take you to some of the region’s best landscapes and tours can be pricey. Galway makes for a great road trip if you’re based in Shannon, as it’s about 55 miles from the city. The majestic Cliffs of Moher, also on the west coast, are about an hour’s drive from Shannon.
  • All the big car rental agencies, including Avis, Budget, and Hertz, can be found at Shannon Airport (SNN), which is less than four miles away from the city center. The car rental desks can be found at the Arrivals Hall of the airport’s main terminal, and the rental cars will be located just outside the building. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is not required when renting a vehicle in Ireland.
  • When driving in Ireland, remember that traffic drives on the left side, and the steering wheel is located on the right side of the car. Although regional roads are usually somewhat narrow, they are well-maintained -- as are the motorways. The roads around Shannon Airport are some of the best for people driving on the left-hand side of the road for the first time; just be extra alert when entering and exiting roundabouts.
  • Although traffic in Shannon itself is very manageable, there is some congestion around the airport, particularly during rush hour. Avoid driving between 6:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., and then again between 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. so you don’t add unnecessary extra time to your journeys. If you have to be at the airport within those time frames, plan your trip accordingly. If you’re heading to Galway, remember there are lots more people on the roads on the weekend.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Shannon for C$ 33 or less
  • Book your rental car in Shannon at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Economy rental cars in Shannon are around 37% cheaper than other car types, on average

Shannon car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who rented a car in Shannon 
Verified travelerSep. 2023
Nicest people in the world. Ireland needs to require an A in the windows to warn the other drivers of an American driver. Shifting with the left hand and driving on the left side is a different concept.
Verified travelerJul. 2023
Get a letter well in advance so you have it in hand when you arrive.
DonaldJun. 2023
Be defensive, roads in ireland are narrow and locals drive extremely fast!
Verified travelerMay 2023
The driving was easy to negotiate after a short time on the road.
Verified travelerMay 2023
Flying into Shannon is so much easier than Dublin
Verified travelerMay 2023
It was easy. Just remember when you leave, go left into the roundabout.
juliaMay 2023
Make sure it’s the size you will need

FAQs about renting a car in Shannon

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

    For travelers who don't require much space, a small, compact car is ideal for driving and parking around Shannon. But if you're planning on a road trip to the countryside or to the coast, a sedan or a minivan might be a better option — especially if you're traveling with family or friends, as it offers space for everyone.

  • What’s the speed limit in Shannon?

    The speed limit in urban areas across Clare County is typically 50 km/h (31 mph), but it may be lower on some busy roads, in which case speed limit signs will be posted. The speed limit on rural roads is 50 mph, while highways and motorways have speed limits ranging between 100-120 km/h (62-75 mph).

  • Where are the best places to park in Shannon?

    Because Shannon is a rather small town, street parking is usually plentiful and, if not free, quite low-cost. However, some street parking meters are time-restricted, so make sure you check the signs if you plan on parking for longer than two hours. Shannon Airport also offers long-term parking, with rates ranging between $9.50 and $11.00 per day.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Shannon?

    On average a rental car in Shannon costs C$ 47 per day.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Shannon?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget (C$ 19/day), Europcar (C$ 20/day) and Dollar (C$ 24/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Budget Arrivals Hall V14 CV04 (4 kilometers from city center).

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Shannon?

    Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Shannon. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

  • How much is gas price in Shannon?

    The average gas price in Shannon is C$ 10.07 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 121 and C$ 161, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Shannon?

    Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Shannon.

  • Which car rental companies are at Shannon airport (SNN)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Shannon airport include Europcar and Sixt.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Shannon airport (SNN)?

    The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Shannon airport to off-airport locations is Europcar.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Shannon?

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

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Shannon?

    An Economy car rental in Shannon costs C$ 45 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Shannon?

    An Intermediate car rental in Shannon costs C$ 55 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Shannon?

    A Compact car rental in Shannon costs C$ 79 per day, on average.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Shannon?

    On average a rental car in Shannon costs C$ 329 per week (C$ 47 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Shannon?

    On average a rental car in Shannon costs C$ 1,409 per month (C$ 47 per day).

Shannon car rental reviews and directory

keddy by Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

1 review
Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Shannon

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Locations in Shannon

Main Terminal Shannon Airport

+353 6120 6040

Monday05:00 - 23:00
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Europcar

9.0

Wonderful

10 reviews
Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.6

Value for money

8.0

One location in Shannon

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Main Terminal, Shannon Airport

+353 1 812 2880

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10.0 Wonderful

Feb. 2024

KAYAK
Everything went well. Pick up and drop off were seamless. The car was in very good condition.

10.0 Wonderful

Dec. 2023

KAYAK
Great customer service experience from start to finish

10.0 Wonderful

Jun. 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Pick up and drop off are easy and the staff are helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

10.0 Wonderful

Aug. 2023

KAYAK
Only complaint: maybe tell customer about "smart key" function re automatic unlocking of boot when key is nearby. We initially thought the boot wouldn't lock. :) 100% would recommend

10.0 Wonderful

Aug. 2023

KAYAK
The surprise of mandatory 60 euro a day insurance was quite a surprise

6.0 Okay

Aug. 2023

KAYAK
need better disclosure on required insurance cost. I paid more for insurance than the rental c

1 out of 3

Payless

8.2

Very good

7 reviews

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.2

Value for money

8.2

One location in Shannon

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Shannon Airport

+353 61 650 002

Monday05:00 - 23:00
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8.0 Very good

Oct. 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Our flight was scheduled to arrive at 10:30 pm but delayed over an hour. We called to notify Payless and asked about picking it up the next morning and we were told the car wouldn't be available and we'd have to rebook. We were told that the counter would be open until midnight and there was nothing else they could do.at that time. We did arrive around 11:45 p.m. and the agent was there and pleasant but informed us that no one notified her and she was only there because she was notified that another customer would be late.-otherwise she would have left early The counter agent was very pleasant and helpful. The first person I spoke to with Payless was rude and unwilling to help or offer alternatives-he was unprofessional and had a terrible attitude. He seemed like he didn't care about our concerns and he wasn't going to even attempt to work with us. I was willing to pay the full amount, even if we picked up a day later but the only option he offered was to cancel and rebook . His supervisor was a little better but said we could go online to modify it or to call back in 3 hrs-which would put us in flight and after the customer service number was available. The customer service representative also failed to notify the rental center of our delay even though we provided the information. Luckily it worked out but it is unlikely that I will ever book through Payless again. The car and value were great but not worth the stress of worrying that we'd arrive and not have a car.

Cons:

The customer service representatives who answer the phone need to be trained to be more professional and to treat customers with respect rather than treat us like we were a nuisance that he couldn't bother with. I wish I had his name to file an specific complaint.

10.0 Wonderful

Sep. 2023

KAYAK
Communication about early drop off was a little confusing. Other than that was great renting with Payless SNN

10.0 Wonderful

May 2023

KAYAK
Everything was super easy. We had a tire blowout on a back road. Took a bit t find us, but Dave the repair man was very nice. We followed him to the tire shop. They replaced it, and getting reimbursed at the Payless counter was simple.

8.0 Very good

May 2023

KAYAK
Comfortable and easy to handle vehicle. Service was quick and easy!

8.0 Very good

Jul. 2022

KAYAK
Taking €2000 as a deposit, that hasn’t been returned yet, is the only disappointment. Everything else was perfect.

8.0 Very good

Jul. 2022

KAYAK
Service at Shannon airport was excellent. It wasn't clear to us were renting a car without A/C, a useful feature for the heatwave we encountered. Mr. Cooney was as helpful as they come.

1 out of 2

Hertz

8.0

Very good

4 reviews

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Shannon

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Shannon Airport

+353 61 471 369

Monday05:30 - 22:30
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10.0 Wonderful

Jun. 2022

KAYAK
No, not better

2.0 Poor

Jan. 2022

KAYAK
5000 euro deposit to use my credit card insurance coverage is completely unreasonable for a rental car!

1 out of 1

Avis

7.3

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

7.3

One location in Shannon

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Arrivals Hall

Monday05:00 - 23:00
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2.0 Poor

May 2022

KAYAK
My car broke down pulling out of a filling station onto a busy road. I called Avis and a tow truck came with replacement car after waiting for a few hours. However, my complaint is that I did not get a single apology from anybody at Avis or compensation of any kind for the treacherous situation I was put in due to being hired an unsafe car. And apparently there is nobody to speak to in any kind of a customer support role- only being told to send an email to customer support! I find this totally unacceptable for what could easily have been a fatal situation.

1 out of 1

Sixt

7.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

5.8

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Shannon Airport

+353 1 235 2030

Monday05:00 - 23:00
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4.0 Mediocre

Nov. 2022

KAYAK
No staff at drop off even after 10-11 in the morning? Made the drop off very confusing and frustrating

6.0 Okay

Oct. 2022

KAYAK
Pick up was extremely slow. Other companies served 2 customers to Sixt one. The problem seemed to be regarding insurance provided by credit card companies. I used a Chase issued card and was told that I must contact Chase and have them email a letter to confirm that they would provide coverage. I had never experienced anything like this and had to spend time on vacation dealing with it from Another country. They should make it clear at the time of reservations that this is necessary!

10.0 Wonderful

Oct. 2022

KAYAK
Would have been nice to ask if, as an American, I had any preference of standard or automatic. But customer service person was great.

2.0 Poor

Oct. 2022

KAYAK
First rental car was unsafe, and I had to return it.....Paperwork totally messed up....paid way more than I should have......will never do business with SIXT again, or recommend them to anyone.

2.0 Poor

Sep. 2022

KAYAK
We did not have a good experience with Sixt. We had just come from Scotland where we rented with Arnold Clark and the contrast was notable to say the least. I feel badly for the guys that work at sixt - they were forced to deal with angry customers constantly for all of the hidden charges and fees that the company requires. Sixt charges a lower rate up front but when you get there, they need a written letter from your credit card company that your credit card covers car insurance in Ireland - what?! Why was that not something they told me 6 months prior when I booked the rental. So then we sat there on the phone with capital one for 20 min; only to find out that we were not covered so therefore required to buy their insurance. Then we were not allowed to switch the driver to my fiancé (I booked the car but he was going to drive) without adding him and paying an additional 25 euro a day. So we ended up essentially paying $200 in insurance and adding a driver which really seemed unnecessary. Overall it felt like such a dishonest experience. Lots of fine print and hidden fees that made it more expensive and more frustrating than just paying up front more and having a smooth experience. If you’re going to go with sixt- do your homework ahead. Make sure the driver is the one booking the car, that your credit card has insurance for the country, and have a written letter from them resdy to go. And be ready to be frustrated. Apologies to the kind man that helped us - it wasn’t his fault the company has terrible policies he has to enforce.

8.0 Very good

Sep. 2022

KAYAK
The only issue I had was that there was no mention of Third party insurance, the options or the cost of it until I was picking up the car in Shannon. I was a little blind sided by the amounts quoted at the counter. This should be part of the booking process. Also with returning the car, we should have been given better instructions on where to leave it. I assumed to leave it at the Sixt return location, as done in all other car rental returns, but when there, they told me to leave it in temporary parking lot. not a big deal, but took extra time. All else was great !!

1 out of 6

Easirent

6.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

7.1

One location in Shannon

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Shannon Springs Hotel, Ballycasey

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2.0 Poor

Jul. 2024

KAYAK
We had booked a 7 seater for a certain price and when we arrived they added on 150% in cost on all kinds of fees. We also booked a 7 seater and they only had a 5 seater which made the week very uncomfortable with bags on laps and they didn't offer any help.

10.0 Wonderful

Aug. 2022

KAYAK
Even though they were not located at the airport, there was a shuttle that picked me up within minutes, supplied me with an upgrade at a cost much lower than other companies. The return process was also seamless, no lines, quick processing and dropped off at the airport within minutes.

6.0 Okay

Aug. 2022

KAYAK
We were told at pick up that cars could be left at the hotel at the airport. But when I spoke to the team the day before drop off they said this was not possible and that we would need to bring the car to the rental office location. They also said they would be open at 6. However on the day the first employee showed up at 610. To be fair to him he brought us straight to the airport in the vehicle so we did not have to transfer luggage across and he was very pleasant and helpful when he arrived.

6.0 Okay

Jul. 2022

KAYAK
Our rental car started having issues so we called and were told they would meet us with a new rental at 1:30. They didn’t come until 3 so we ended up waiting three hours.

8.0 Very good

Jul. 2022

KAYAK
Flight was cancelled by United and car cannot be held or paid for over the phone. Car rental said contact Kayak and Kayak said contact car rental. Easirent finally fixed it so we had a car for our month long visit. Would’ve been disastrous otherwise. Thanks Paddy and James!!

6.0 Okay

Apr. 2022

KAYAK
My reservation (through Kayak) did not have the vender phone number printed so upon arrival to Shannon airport I couldn’t contact them for pickup, wasted a taxi fee to get to off site location. Is that Kayak or Easirent? The car was great, with navigation system, which was of value throughout trip. Return of car & shuttle to airport was trouble free.

1 out of 3

Budget

6.1

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

5.2

One location in Shannon

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Arrivals Hall

Monday05:00 - 23:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Jul. 2024

KAYAK
Exactly as expected and quick pick up in Shannon.

4.0 Mediocre

Sep. 2022

KAYAK
Your Є2K deposit is unnecessary and a way to force people to buy the expensive insurance. Also, you took Є2,200 instead of actually Є2K. I also extended the day to return the car on and it was literally half the price of the previous 6 days. Disgusting.

4.8 Mediocre

Sep. 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Good gas mileage, easy to park and maneuver due to size.

Cons:

Being up front regarding the cost of insurance, which adds, at minimum, an additional $1000. Also, being scolded for arriving late to pick up was unacceptable.

2.0 Poor

Aug. 2023

KAYAK
No insurance included, came as a surprise when I had to pay an extra 100 euros upon collection

1 out of 2

Dollar

5.5

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.0

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Shannon Ap

+353 61 471 369

Monday05:30 - 22:30
Tuesday05:30 - 22:30
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4.0 Mediocre

Feb. 2024

KAYAK
Returning the car was great - the rep was very helpful. And the car worked well. However, when picking up the car, we were hit with an unexpected 10 euro per day charge since I was providing my own insurance. At no point was this charged identified or explained during my booking on Kayak. This doubled the price of the rental. The rep when we picked up the car said the charge was mandatory. I felt swindled since this was a total surprise.

10.0 Wonderful

Sep. 2023

KAYAK
I needed to be more aware of the size of the vehicle. If was my dropping the ball. The car was better than expected.

2.0 Poor

Jul. 2023

KAYAK
Expensive insurance. Car was not equal with reservation (no ac, 3 doors car)

6.0 Okay

May 2023

KAYAK
I liked my rental car in Shannon, Ireland. I felt some dishonesty at the time of completing the contract. I asked for upgrades such as insurance, automatic transmission, glass and theft coverage. The sales rep advised all the upgrades were available but because their computers were “offline” he couldn’t offer a firm price. Another customer in line told me he has seen this technique with your company in the past. This may cause me to book elsewhere in the future.

1 out of 2

Thrifty

6.0

Okay

No reviews available

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

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Shannon Ap

+353 61 471 369

Monday05:30 - 22:30
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Friday05:30 - 22:3000:00 - 01:30
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FLIZZR

8.0

Very good

No reviews available

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Unit 3 Lismaclane

+353 1235 2030

Monday06:00 - 22:00
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CARHIRE.ie

5.3

Fair

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Serviced By Europcar

1844 1944

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DRIVALIA

5.6

Fair

No reviews available

One location in Shannon

Locations in Shannon

Sky Court Centre, 1st Floor Car Park Management Centre

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GREEN MOTION

4.2

Mediocre

No reviews available

One location in Shannon

Locations in Shannon

Shannon Airport

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24 Hour Rent A Car

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One location in Shannon

Locations in Shannon

SERVICED BY EUROPCAR

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Dooley Car Rentals

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One location in Shannon

Locations in Shannon

Shannon Airport

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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One location in Shannon

Locations in Shannon

Ground Floor

+353 61 704 914

Monday05:30 - 22:30
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Friday05:30 - 22:30
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Shouqi

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One location in Shannon

Locations in Shannon

Main Terminal, Shannon Airport

+86 10 6064 1387

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Smile Rent

No score available yet

One location in Shannon

Locations in Shannon

Shannon Airport

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Sunnycars

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One location in Shannon

Locations in Shannon

Terminal Building Shannon Airp

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62 travellers who rented a car in Shannon gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.4

Car rental locations in or near Shannon

Good to know

Most popular agency

Europcar

Most popular car type

Economy

Average price

C$ 47/day

Good deal

C$ 33/day

When to book a rental car in Shannon

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Shannon car rental information

Pick-up locationShannon
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Compact station wagon, Economy, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Mini, Standard
Rental locations20
Airport locations20
Popular agenciesEuropcar, Easirent, Budget, Dollar, Sixt