Car Rental at Aberdeen Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Mini
Volkswagen Up
or similar
$16.40
per day
Economy
Vauxhall Corsa
or similar
$19.42
per day
Compact
Ford Focus
or similar
$21.83
per day
Intermediate SUV
Nissan Qashqai
or similar
$26.07
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Standard SUV
Ford Kuga
or similar
$32.60
per day
Compact Elite
Mercedes Benz A Class
or similar
$51.38
per day
Full-size
BMW 3 series
or similar
$52.99
per day
Premium
Mercedes Benz C Class
or similar
$60.73
per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 4:47 AM on 11/19/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Languages
English
Currency
GBP
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+44
Average car rental price
$35 per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
48 km/h or 30 mph
Speed limit out of town
96 - 112 km/h or 60 - 70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$1.85 per liter or $6.99 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.77 per liter or $6.70 per gallon
Highest gas price
$2.04 per liter or $7.71 per gallon
Airport travel guide
Located quite a bit north of Edinburgh and Glasgow, Scotland’s two largest cities and most popular tourist destinations, Aberdeen can be an equally fun place to visit. Well known for its architecture, the Granite City also boasts some quality cultural institutions and a lovely North Sea coastline. These are four of its most interesting attractions:
- Union Street. Speaking of the aforementioned granite architecture, there’s no better place to enjoy the highly original style than Union Street, one of Aberdeen’s main thoroughfares. The granite stretch is about a mile (1.6 km) long, and while not every house is built in the exact same manner, many of the city’s most famous buildings can be found here.
- Aberdeen Beach. Not many cities of its size can be found this far north anywhere in the world, but Aberdeen’s cold climate somehow makes its coastline even more attractive. The city’s main public beach is always busy and even welcomes brave surfers during the summer months. Visitors enjoy following the 4 km (2.5 mile) long Esplanade that largely runs parallel to the coast to take in the views of the sea or visiting sites like the Donmouth Wildlife Reserve at its northern end.
- Aberdeen Maritime Museum. There are several great museums and galleries in Aberdeen, but if you had to pick just one, the best choice would probably be the Maritime Museum. Explaining the proud port city’s long and intimate relationship with the North Sea, the largely interactive museum covers such varied subjects as commerce, climate, and culture.
- Aberdeen Art Gallery. One of the most important of its kind in Scotland, the Aberdeen Art Gallery hosts paintings, statues, and other artworks by both British and foreign creators. These include art by Courbet, Breton, Hogarth, and Monet. Centrally located, the gallery is near Union Terrace Gardens and several notable landmarks.
Top international routes
- London
- Amsterdam
- Shetland
- Manchester
- Birmingham
- Stavanger
- Dublin
- Kirkwall
- Wick
- Paris
Main airlines
Aer Lingus, British Airways, Easy Jet, KLM, Loganair, Ryanair, Wizz Air
Terminals
The single airport terminal serves all departures and arrivals.
Location
Aberdeen Airport is about 9.3 km (5.8 mi) northwest of Aberdeen city center. Highway A96 is the main road connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Station wagons - from $29 per day
- Large cars - from $23 per day
- Medium cars - from $19 per day
- Vans - from $45 per day
- Premium cars - from $39 per day
- Small cars - from $16 per day
- SUVs - from $21 per day
Car rental desks
Most are located in a separate car rental center connected to the airport by a walkway and can be reached in only a couple of minutes. The exact location of your car rental provider's desk will be listed on your Confirmation Voucher.
Services and facilities
You’ll find bars, restaurants, and coffee shops, as well as a convenience store, a newsstand, and a gift shop. Duty-free outlets are available to passengers leaving the EU. There are also ATMs, a currency exchange, baby changing rooms, a children’s play area, mobile device charging units, a lost and found office and a left luggage service in the check-in area, and an observation deck. The airport is well equipped for travelers with reduced mobility; special assistance is also available, but make sure to contact your airline at least 48 hours before arrival if you’d like this service.
Nearest gas station
Gulf Service Station at Argyll Road, Aberdeen AB21 0LU, is right next to the airport. It can be reached in about one minute and is open 6:00 a.m. to 10:45 p.m. on workdays and 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on weekends and public holidays. There are many other gas stations near Aberdeen Airport and on the way to the city.
Popular one-way rentals
- Glasgow (148 miles / 238 km)
- Edinburgh (130 miles / 209 km)
- Inverness (99 miles / 159 km)
- Dundee (68 miles / 109 km)
- Perth (89 miles / 143 km)
- Newcastle (256 miles / 412 km)
Fact checked by
Lauren Yakiwchuk
Lauren Yakiwchuk is an award-winning travel blogger and content creator at Justin Plus Lauren and Ontario Hiking. She writes about outdoor adventures, exploring cities and small towns, and sustainable travel. Lauren is an expert on vegan travel and is one of the very first vegan travel bloggers.
Airport info
Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)
- IATA: ABZ
- ICAO: EGPD
- Name: Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)
- Distance from city: 5.6 miles / 9 km
Top 20 locations near Aberdeen Airport
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Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Aberdeen Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Aberdeen Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day at Aberdeen Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Aberdeen Airport is February — when rental costs average $24.61 per day. This is 41% cheaper than the yearly average and 57% cheaper than renting a car in May (when prices average $56.77 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Aberdeen Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in July the average rental period is 8 days, while in June, the average rental period is only 4 days.
Average number of rental days at Aberdeen Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Aberdeen Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Aberdeen Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in September, while they are least likely to rent in in April.
Monthly searches at Aberdeen Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Popular suppliers | Drivalia, Keddy, Enterprise, Alamo, Arnold Clark |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Vans |
| Lowest price | $16 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Drivalia |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drivalia | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Drivalia | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Drivalia | Renault Captur | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Keddy | Citroen C3 Aircross | 5 | 1 | SUVs |
| Keddy | Vauxhall Astra | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Enterprise | Toyota Aygo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Alamo | Ford Focus | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Budget | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Arnold Clark | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
FAQ
Do I need an International Driving Permit or will my French driver’s license be sufficient?
If the driver’s license is not written in English, you may need to carry an International Driving Permit along with your original driver’s license. Be sure to check the rental conditions to see for sure before booking.
Are any additional payments required to modify my reservation?
Discover Cars does not charge modification fees for changes to the reservation made at least 48 hours before picking up your car. But any changes, such as a change to the pickup or drop-off location, car group, rental period, or details of the driver, may affect the rental price and cause it to differ from the price to change.
Will I receive the exact same car as the one I booked?
Reservations are based on a category, not specific models (thus the wording “or similar”). The images shown are merely illustrative. In some cases, you may book a car for which the specific make and model is guaranteed. This will be indicated in the search results.
What coverage is included in the initial price?
Your rental rate includes basic coverage including a Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) theft protection, and third-party liability, though there will be an excess that you are liable for. You can purchase additional coverage to lower the excess or our Full Coverage which will reimburse you up to 3,000EUR for any part of the excess you are charged by the rental company.
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
GB
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 3008
10/20/22 
MF
Australia
Vauxhall Corsa
8/7/22 
IK
Slovakia
Mercedes Benz Vito
3/7/22
all of the Higland, Aberdeen City, Invernes City, Loch Ness, Castles, Skye
FK
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
3/30/20
Cheap and good for a quick rent, a
Bit too many options to pay upfront for fuel etc
DA
United Kingdom
Skoda Octavia
2/13/20
Friendly folk. Went to Royal Deeside and walked around Loch Muick in glorious sunshine - absolutely stunning and only a handful of people there.
LF
United Kingdom
VAUXHALL CORSA
8/23/19
Just passing through, fine enough airport to fly in and out of.
Car Rental Statistics
Highest-rated company
Arnold Clark
8.9 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Drivalia
7.5 / 10
Total number of reviews
11
Total rental companies
13
Average daily price
$35.18
Lowest daily price
$16.40
Total cars available
380
Top 13 suppliers at Aberdeen Airport in 2024
+441224622714
Canal Road, Aberdeen AB25 3TL
$41 - $174
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 16:30
Tue:08:00 - 16:30
Wed:08:00 - 16:30
Thu:08:00 - 16:30
Fri:08:00 - 16:30
Sat:08:00 - 15:30
Sun:09:00 - 15:00
+4401224432432
Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 7DU
$21 - $107
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:00
Tue:07:00 - 23:00
Wed:07:00 - 23:00
Thu:07:00 - 23:00
Fri:07:00 - 23:00
Sat:08:00 - 23:00
Sun:08:00 - 23:00
+442070188246
Upper Farburn Road, Car Rental Centre
$29 - $111
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 18:00
Tue:08:00 - 18:00
Wed:08:00 - 18:00
Thu:08:00 - 18:00
Fri:08:00 - 18:00
Sat:08:00 - 16:30
Sun:08:00 - 16:30
+4403713840295
CAR RENTAL CENTER
$19 - $35
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 22:00
Tue:08:00 - 19:00
Wed:08:00 - 19:00
Thu:08:00 - 19:00
Fri:08:00 - 22:00
Sat:09:00 - 17:00
Sun:12:00 - 22:00
+4401224432432
Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 7DU
$22 - $114
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:00
Tue:07:00 - 23:00
Wed:07:00 - 23:00
Thu:07:00 - 23:00
Fri:07:00 - 23:00
Sat:08:00 - 23:00
Sun:08:00 - 23:00
Europcar
+4403713840295
UPPER FARBURN ROAD, ABERDEEN AIRPORT
$23 - $100
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 22:00
Tue:08:00 - 19:00
Wed:08:00 - 19:00
Thu:08:00 - 19:00
Fri:08:00 - 22:00
Sat:09:00 - 17:00
Sun:12:00 - 22:00
Budget
+4403445449122
Upper Farburn Rd,
Aberdeen, AB21 7GR, United Kingdom
$22 - $127
Working hours
Mon:07:30 - 22:45
Tue:07:30 - 22:00
Wed:07:30 - 22:45
Thu:07:30 - 22:45
Fri:07:30 - 22:45
Sat:08:00 - 19:15
Sun:09:00 - 23:00
National
+4401224432432
Car Rental Centre, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 7DU
$25 - $131
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:00
Tue:07:00 - 23:00
Wed:07:00 - 23:00
Thu:07:00 - 23:00
Fri:07:00 - 23:00
Sat:08:00 - 23:00
Sun:08:00 - 23:00
Avis
+4403445446010
Upper Farburn Rd,
Aberdeen, AB21 7GR, United Kingdom
$24 - $127
Working hours
Mon:07:30 - 22:45
Tue:07:30 - 22:00
Wed:07:30 - 22:45
Thu:07:30 - 22:45
Fri:07:30 - 22:45
Sat:08:00 - 19:15
Sun:09:00 - 23:00
+4408433093001
Car Rental Building, Airport, Upper Farburn Rd, Aberdeen AB21 7GR, United Kingdom
$24 - $38
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 18:00
Tue:08:00 - 18:00
Wed:08:00 - 18:00
Thu:08:00 - 18:00
Fri:08:00 - 18:00
Sat:09:00 - 17:00
Sun:10:00 - 18:00
Routes Car Rental
+443713840295
Car Rental Center, Aberdeen AB21 7GR
$24 - $38
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 22:00
Tue:08:00 - 19:00
Wed:08:00 - 19:00
Thu:08:00 - 19:00
Fri:08:00 - 22:00
Sat:09:00 - 17:00
Sun:12:00 - 22:00
Dollar
+4408433093001
Car Rental Building, Airport, Upper Farburn Rd, Aberdeen AB21 7GR
$24 - $38
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 18:00
Tue:08:00 - 18:00
Wed:08:00 - 18:00
Thu:08:00 - 18:00
Fri:08:00 - 18:00
Sat:09:00 - 17:00
Sun:10:00 - 18:00
Drivalia
+4401224608690
Drivalia Car Hire, Airparks, 3 International Gate, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 0BE
$16 - $72
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 20:00
Tue:08:00 - 20:00
Wed:08:00 - 20:00
Thu:08:00 - 20:00
Fri:08:00 - 20:00
Sat:08:00 - 20:00
Sun:08:00 - 20:00
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