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Thrifty car rental prices in Edinburgh

These are the best prices for 29 Mar - 5 Apr.
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Most popular car type

Small

Top tips for renting a car from Thrifty in Edinburgh

  • Book Thrifty hire cars in Edinburgh to take advantage of the freedom that comes with having transport that doesn't rely on someone else's schedule and allows you to explore the city on your time. You can spend time at places like Edinburgh Castle, the National Museum of Scotland, or the Palace Holyroodhouse without worrying about how to get there or how long you can stay before catching the bus home. You'll also avoid paying high taxi fees to local drivers, especially for road trips to areas like Loch Ness, Gretna Green, or Stirling.
  • When you book Thrifty hire cars in Edinburgh, you'll be picking one of the most sought-after car hire companies in the country and one of the best-rated companies on KAYAK in Edinburgh. Thrifty falls under the Hertz Car Hire banner, offering access to the same extensive fleet Hertz has but at a much-reduced cost. Thrifty is a company forged on the building blocks of providing customers all over the globe with high-quality vehicles and customer service at the most affordable rates.
  • If you're flying into Edinburgh, book Thrifty car hires in Edinburgh at the airport to put you in a prime position to avoid airport transfer costs. Make sure you book car hire services online, and only after you've booked and secured your flights. You'll need to enter your flight details so the company will know when to expect you and have a company employee ready for your arrival. You'll find the Thrifty car hire counter a short walk away from the terminal exit. Just walk to the multi-storey car park via the covered walkway and locate the desk.
  • Whether you're hiring your Edinburgh Thrifty car at the airport or in the city centre, one of the most important things to do is a final vehicle inspection before leaving the company car park. Make a note of any damage, scratches, or dents that may have gone unnoticed and have the employee representative sign off on the notes. It's also important to check that you have mandatory things like a spare wheel, car jack, warning triangle, and reflective vest.
  • Small rental cars from Thrifty in Edinburgh are around 52% cheaper than other car types, on average.

FAQs about renting a car from Thrifty in Edinburgh

  • What are the requirements to book an Edinburgh Thrifty car hire?

    Despite the legal driving age being 17 in Edinburgh, Thrifty won't hire a car to you if you're under 21 and haven't had a licence for at least 12 months. You will be able to drive with your home licence for up to 12 months, provided it is in English. You must bring your online booking confirmation with you, and a valid form of identification. You'll need a valid debit or credit card with the main driver's name on it. If you booked online with someone else's card, the card owner must be there when collecting.

  • Which Thrifty office is best to hire from?

    There are two offices available in Edinburgh and your choice of the office depends on how you arrive. If you arrive by flight, book your car hire through the airport office and collect it when you arrive. If you're driving in or taking a train, make sure you head to the Haymarket Railway Station in the city centre. The Thrifty car hire offices are located opposite the road on Haymarket Street, by the Edinburgh City Wide. Remember to book online to get the best prices.

  • What are my parking options in Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh's public transport system is one of the best in the world, so if you're trying to get to the city centre, consider using one of the Park and Ride facilities on the outskirts of the city centre and taking a tram or bus into the city. In the city, on-street parking and car parks are usually paid parking options. On-street is monitored by meters, while car parks use a ticketing system. Parking in the centre of Edinburgh is the most expensive, so try and avoid this if you can.

  • What is the most popular rental car from Thrifty in Edinburgh?

    Small rental cars (Vauxhall Crossland or similar) are the most frequently booked rental car types from Thrifty in Edinburgh.

  • How many car rental locations does Thrifty have in Edinburgh?

    Thrifty has 0 rental locations in Edinburgh. Take a look at our Thrifty rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • Does Thrifty have a car rental location at the airport: Turnhouse airport (EDI)?

    No (According to our data)

  • Does Thrifty offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Turnhouse airport (EDI)?

    Yes

Reviews for Thrifty in Edinburgh

Overall Rating5.8 FairBased on 8543 reviews
Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.7
Overall
5.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.8
Value for money
6.0

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2.0
I rent a car for 96 usd and pat at the end 318 usd This is unacceptable.Reviewed 22 Mar 2026
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10.0
Car was ready and as expected. As is sometimes the case picking up the rental car took some time waiting at the counter.Reviewed 18 Mar 2026
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10.0
Great staff at the airport, excellent rental experience.Reviewed 18 Mar 2026
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10.0
I stood in line for the Hertz counter when I needed to be at the Thrifty counter.Reviewed 17 Mar 2026
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10.0
Service was very friendly and helpful. It was a very easy process picking up the rental.Reviewed 15 Mar 2026
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2.0
Rented a transit van or similar passenger van, all they had was a minivan. Said the issue was on Kayak’s side, not there’s. I could rent a second vehicle to fit my party at current prices. Walked away with an eight passenger minivan for twelve people.Reviewed 12 Mar 2026
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2.0
Having to wait 45 minutes for my car when I had already completed the on line request from Thrifty.Reviewed 9 Mar 2026
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2.0
Kayak advertised a 5 series bmw electric . I drove over 100 km to the airport location for this specific vehicle . When I arrived thrifty informed me that they do not carry the bmw 5 and that kayak wrongly advertised that car.Reviewed 9 Mar 2026
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6.0
Long lines at mco with only 2 agents trying to sell u everything under the sun. Drop off was strange. U drop it off at mco and they only indpect it when u are are gone and send u an email 24 hrs after saying it was no damage. What if they said there was damage ? How can u dispute it ? Your 1000 miles awayReviewed 8 Mar 2026
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10.0
Check in was great went right to car!Reviewed 7 Mar 2026
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10.0
Loved the car performance and mileage.Reviewed 5 Mar 2026
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4.0
The vehicle was Okay. This office did not have my ready. It was supposed to be ready at noon. I arrived about 20 minutes late. I waited till 1:30 to get the car. It was supposedly being cleaned, which was funny, because upon opening the glove box, their were open snack bags in there. The return was great, because I was able to return it to a different location which went very smooth,Reviewed 3 Mar 2026
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