Car rental in Reykjavik

Flexible car rental in Reykjavik

Rent a car in Reykjavik to experience the impressive nature of Iceland.The plane is the fastest and easiest means of transport to travel to Iceland. If you want to spend your holidays in Reykjavik, you will usually land at the international airport Keflavik. The airport is located about 50 kilometers from the city center and can therefore be reached quickly by car. You can pick up your rental car directly at the airport and drive your luggage to the hotel in the city. Alternatively, you can simply take the airport transfer to Reykjavik and rent your car there. The various offers allow you to explore the world's northernmost metropolis in a convenient and flexible way.

Explore the surroundings of Reykjavik by rental car

Extensive rural areas lie at the gates of Reykjavik. You don't have to travel far for that: The Esja mountain range, which is over 900 metres high, rises directly behind the city. It is composed of volcanic products and various sediments. Park your rental car at the edge of the local recreation area and explore the mountains on a hike or climbing tour. You can get to know the region on your own or take part in one of the guided tours. You will experience a worldwide rare phenomenon on the nearby Reykjanesskagi peninsula, which lies southwest of the capital. Here the rift zone runs between two continental plates. It becomes noticeable through ruptures, hot springs and active volcanic systems. With a rental car, you can quickly get through the short journey and visit one of the world's most impressive natural sites in person.

Special features in road traffic

In Icelandic road traffic, the lights on the car must be switched on at all times, even during daytime driving. This also ensures safety in case of frequent rain or fog. Never leave the marked streets. Particularly in the surroundings of Reykjavik, driving conditions can change quickly due to spontaneous weather changes. If you are inexperienced in terrain and storms, you should therefore drive carefully or stay in town during weather warnings. In addition, seat belts are compulsory in Iceland. It is advisable to follow the traffic rules at all times, as the police are vigilant. High fines may be due for traffic offences.

Speed limits for your rental car in Island

Insurance for the rental car in Reykjavik

If you rent a car, you should have sufficient liability insurance. In this area, there are various offers to choose from. The insurance should cover at least one million euros, or even better a sum of 7.5 million euros. It is also best to take out a comprehensive insurance policy without any excess. Please also consider the following when choosing your insurance: The weather conditions present special challenges for car rental drivers in Iceland. During storms, sand and stones are often swirled up in the barren nature outside the city, causing damage to the car. These are not covered by a regular insurance, so you have to cover the repair costs completely yourself. You can either stay in Reykjavik during announced storms or take out additional insurance for damage of this kind. Otherwise, holidays can quickly become expensive. However, it is generally advisable to always park the rental car in a protected area.

Deposit for the rental car

When you rent a car, you always have to leave a deposit with reputable suppliers. The deposit serves the security of the car rental and can usually be paid in two ways: Either you deposit the deposit in cash or your credit card will be charged with the amount of the deposit. If you return the car undamaged, you will get your deposit back. Compare in our portal the different offers of the individual car hire companies.

By rental car in and around Reykjavik

A holiday in Reykjavik offers visitors unusual cultural and nature experiences in one of the most varied cities in Europe. The capital of Iceland is located in the southwest of the volcanic island and is the world's northernmost capital. Nestled in a beautiful landscape, Reykjavik borders directly on the Atlantic Ocean. To explore the many facets of this impressive city, it is best to rent a car during your stay. With the help of our price comparison you will find many offers that are cheap, secure and flexible. Please inform yourself as soon as possible before your departure about all our offers for a rental car in Reykjavik. The sooner you decide to rent a car, the better conditions we can offer you. You don't need to worry if there is anything else that could affect your travel plans: You can cancel your chosen rental car at no charge up to 24 hours before the agreed rental date. Discover all the offers for Reykjavik on our site and choose the right car for you. In this way you can travel independently and inexpensively on site. If you would like to find out more about car rental in Iceland and our offers, please contact our service team.

Places of interest in Reykjavik with the rental car

Rent a car cheaply through our price comparison portal on Driveboo to explore Reykjavik on your own. Grab your rental car and drive first to Hallgrímskirkja. The pointed, world-wide unique church impresses with its modern architecture, inspired by a waterfall. The building is considered one of the landmarks of Reykjavik. From the viewing platform high up in the church tower you can see the whole city up to the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding mountains. Other important modern buildings in the city include the Harpa concert hall and the Perlan shopping centre with its huge glass dome. A beautiful contrast to this is the historic cathedral church. Find out more about the moving history of Iceland and the first settlers in the exciting National Museum. The National Gallery, the Árbæjarsafn open-air museum and Iceland's cultural heritage museum are also worth a visit. In the middle of Reykjavik is Lake Tjörnin, which you can easily reach by rental car. Worth seeing buildings such as the town hall and the free church of Reykjavik border on its banks. You can park your rental car here and close the lake.