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Iraq car hire at a glance

Most popular providerEuropcar
Most popular carMedium, compact
Pick-up points
Cheapest price found
Cheapest month to rentJune
Best time to book1 week before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Iraq could cost, we've pulled prices from Iraq.

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Europcar
Hertz
Avis
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Nissan Versa

or similar compact

Hertz
51AutomaticAC
Nissan Versa

Free cancellation

Unlimited mileage

From
RM123
per day

Nissan Versa

or similar compact

Europcar
51AutomaticAC
Nissan Versa

Free cancellation

From
RM134
per day

Audi Q5 Sportback

or similar fullsize SUV

Europcar
52AutomaticAC
Audi Q5 Sportback

Free cancellation

From
RM248
per day

Audi Q5 Sportback

or similar fullsize SUV

Europcar
52AutomaticAC
Audi Q5 Sportback

Free cancellation

From
RM248
per day

Audi Q5

or similar premium SUV

Europcar
73AutomaticAC
Audi Q5

Free cancellation

From
RM959
per day

Nissan Versa

or similar compact

Europcar
51AutomaticAC
Nissan Versa

Free cancellation

From
RM142
per day

Nissan Leaf

or similar economy

Avis
42AutomaticAC
Nissan Leaf

Free cancellation

Unlimited mileage

From
RM176
per day

Opel Zafira-e Life

or similar intermediate passenger van

Europcar
72AutomaticAC
Opel Zafira-e Life

Free cancellation

From
RM198
per day

Volkswagen T-Roc

or similar compact SUV

Europcar
52AutomaticAC
Volkswagen T-Roc

Free cancellation

From
RM198
per day

Toyota Camry

or similar fullsize

Europcar
52AutomaticAC
Toyota Camry

Free cancellation

From
RM248
per day

Audi Q5

or similar premium SUV

Europcar
73AutomaticAC
Audi Q5

Free cancellation

From
RM299
per day

Find the cheapest time to hire a car in Iraq

The cheapest month to rent a car in Iraq is June, when the average cost per day is RM129. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is February, when the average cost per day is RM134. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Iraq is August.
Oct
RM168 per day
Nov
RM182 per day
Dec
RM177 per day
Jan
RM168 per day
Feb
RM134 per day
Mar
RM150 per day
Apr
RM187 per day
May
RM182 per day
Jun
RM129 per day
Jul
RM186 per day
Aug
RM191 per day
Sep
RM184 per day
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Iraq could cost, we've pulled prices from Iraq.

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Car hire in Iraq: FAQs

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Iraq depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Iraq, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

It’s easy to hire a car in Iraq. First, you need to decide where in Iraq you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

It depends where in Iraq you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Baghdad. On average, it costs RM225 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is RM134 per day.

Our travellers best rated car hire company in Iraq is Avis. You can rent a car with them for RM518 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Avis, you can dig deeper here.

You may need a credit card to rent a car in Iraq. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The time you have to cancel depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged.

If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might need to pay a cancellation fee or you won’t get a refund.
We couldn’t find any electric car hire deals in Iraq. More EVs are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
The easiest way to compare car hire in Iraq is to look at lots of companies at the same time, rather than checking each one individually.

Skyscanner is a comparison website. We search 5 car hire companies and compare prices across 184 available cars – so you don't have to.
Medium car hire is the most popular choice in Iraq. Think models like the Nissan Versa. Around 25% of recent Skyscanner bookings in Iraq were for this type of car.

Here are some other popular choices in Iraq.
· Compact (like the Nissan Versa or similar)
· 17% of recent bookings
· 7 seater (like the Toyota Land Cruiser or similar)
· 9% of recent bookings
Most people hiring a car in Iraq book it for 12 days. If you're still deciding how long your trip’s going to be, here's what you can expect to pay on average:
· 1 day: RM380
· 1 week: RM1,866
· 2 weeks: RM3,732
· 1 month: RM5,440

If your plans are flexible, try changing the dates and number of days when you're comparing prices. A few extra days can sometimes work out cheaper.
SUV hire, which is usually something like the Fiat 500, averages RM638 per day. The cheapest price we found for SUV hire in Iraq is RM214 per day with Europcar.
The best time to book car hire in Iraq is usually as early as possible, especially if you’re travelling during busy periods.

You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is more limited.
Yes! Most car hire companies in Iraq offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Iraq, just enter today's date on Skyscanner to compare prices.
Some companies in Iraq let you drive a hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don’t.

If you plan to cross a border, check with the company before you travel. Driving abroad without permission could void your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
A good car hire deal in Iraq is usually anything under RM285 per day. That's about 25% cheaper than the average car hire cost in Iraq, which is RM380 per day.

The cheapest price we found in Iraq is RM144 per day with Europcar for Medium car hire.

You will need insurance to rent a car in Iraq, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

To rent a car with most companies in Iraq you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Iraq

Here are some tips to help you bag the best prices, and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by 'seats', 'transmission' and even choose only to see 'electric' or 'hybrid' vehicles. You can also filter by 'car type', so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Iraq is Medium.

Compare across companies

The most popular car hire company in Iraq is Europcar. We search across hundreds of companies to find you a great price with Europcar.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 1 week before. The cheapest prices we've found are RM144 a day and RM1,007 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Iraq you're going to visit? There’s lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Iraq. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Iraq is Baghdad. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Iraq.

Hire a car long term in Iraq

Looking to hire a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in Iraq with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.

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