30-Second Overview
Compare the latest commercial gas rates available from Irish suppliers, including unit prices, standing charges and capacity charges for small, medium and large businesses.
- See the latest commercial gas rates by business size and meter category.
- Compare gas unit prices, standing charges and capacity costs.
- Understand fixed-price, wholesale tracker and flexible gas contracts.
What Are the Latest Commercial Gas Rates in Ireland?
| Business Size | Monthly Bill | Commodity Unit Rate | Standing Charge (Daily) | Capacity/Site Charge | Fixed Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Business User | Below €600 | 7.5c - 11.5c | €0.29 - €0.63 | -- | -- |
| Medium Business User | €600 - €3,000 | 6.2c - 8.5c | €0.41 - €1.18 | €2.23 - €3.29 | -- |
| Fuel Variation Tariff | €3,000 - €6,500 | 4.5c - 6.0c | -- | €2.23 - €3.16 | 0.6c - 0.9c |
| Daily Metered | Above €6,500 | Contact us for a bespoke quote |
⚡ Updated November 2026. The rates above show the current range of commercial gas prices across Irish suppliers. Actual rates change regularly and depend on your meter category, gas usage and contract requirements. Select an option below to get today's best available rates for your business.
What Is the Best Natural Gas Plan for Your Business?
Your business gas contract should be based on actual consumption, meter category and billing structure – not just the headline unit rate. The best gas price plan for your business is one that balances:
- A competitive gas unit rate (c/kWh)
- A low daily standing charge
- Capacity charges (for medium and large users)
- The right contract type based on your consumption and risk tolerance
What Are the Different Types of Commercial Gas Contracts?
1. Fixed-Term Contracts
- Lock in your gas commodity unit rate for 1–2 years
- Offers budget certainty
- Regulated network charges may still change on 1 October every year
2. Wholesale Gas Tracker Tariffs
- Prices follow the daily average wholesale gas prices
- Transparent but highly volatile
- Best for users with flexible budgets
- Affected by UK gas prices due to Ireland’s pipeline links
3. Unbundled Pass-Through Contracts
- Separate charges for energy (fixed) and non-energy (variable) costs
- Suitable for medium to large users
- Non-energy costs (network, transport, regulatory) can increase
4. Flexible Gas Contracts
- Large users can buy natural gas in blocks of 10% – 25% of expected monthly usage
- Allows natural gas cost hedging in a volatile market
- Useful when monitoring wholesale gas market dips
- No guaranteed budget certainty
5. Blend and Extend Contracts
- Available to large natural gas users already in a contract
- Extend the contract at a lower blended rate
- Reduce costs without breaking the existing contract
- Best when natural gas market prices drop mid-contract
Who Is the Cheapest Commercial Gas Supplier in Ireland?
Comparing commercial gas prices across multiple suppliers is time-consuming and can be complex if you are unfamiliar with the market. Let our energy experts speed up the process for you. It only takes us a couple of minutes as we already have the latest pricing from all suppliers loaded into our models. Utilityfair simplifies the process completely free by:
- Analysing your meter type and usage profile.
- Comparing contract offers across all suppliers.
- Identifying hidden charges and unbundled costs.
- Monitoring your contract expiry so you're never automatically rolled onto expensive rates.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Commercial gas prices currently range from 4.5c to 11.5c per kWh, depending on business size, meter category and contract type. Small businesses generally pay higher unit rates, while larger gas users can access lower commodity rates but face additional capacity and site charges. See the commercial gas rates table above for a breakdown by business size.
Business gas currently costs between 4.5c and 11.5c per kWh in Ireland. Small businesses generally pay between 7.5c and 11.5c per kWh, while medium-sized businesses pay between 6.2c and 8.5c per kWh. Larger gas users can access lower commodity rates, but additional transportation, capacity and site charges affect the total cost.
Commercial gas rates for small businesses in Ireland currently range from 7.5c to 11.5c per kWh, with daily standing charges between €0.29 and €0.63. The cheapest gas plan depends on your annual consumption and the combination of unit rates and standing charges. Businesses with lower gas consumption should pay particular attention to the standing charge when comparing suppliers.
Commercial gas rates vary depending on annual gas consumption, meter category, supply point capacity (SPC), contract type and supplier pricing. Larger businesses generally secure lower commodity unit rates because they consume more gas, although capacity and transportation charges can increase their overall costs. Contract duration and prevailing wholesale gas prices also influence the rates suppliers offer.
Commercial gas standing charges in Ireland currently range from €0.29 to €0.63 per day for small businesses and €0.41 to €1.18 per day for medium-sized businesses. It is depended on the how much profit margin the supplier has buildt into this component. The standing charge is a fixed daily cost payable regardless of how much gas you consume. When comparing suppliers, consider both the standing charge and unit rate to determine the cheapest overall plan.
Capacity charges are costs associated with the amount of gas network capacity reserved for your business. They are determined by your Supply Point Capacity (SPC), which measures the maximum daily gas demand allocated to your premises. Medium and large businesses pay capacity-related charges in addition to their commodity unit rates. Reviewing your SPC can help identify opportunities to reduce unnecessary gas costs.
Yes. Large businesses generally secure lower commercial gas unit rates because of their higher annual consumption. Fuel Variation Tariff (FVT) customers currently pay between 4.5c and 6.0c per kWh, compared with 7.5c to 11.5c per kWh for small businesses. However, larger gas users also face capacity, transportation and other fixed charges, so the total cost must be considered when comparing suppliers.
Both are important, but their impact depends on your gas consumption. Businesses with low gas usage should pay particular attention to daily standing charges, while larger users benefit more from lower unit rates. The best way to compare commercial gas prices is to calculate the total annual cost, including unit rates, standing charges and any applicable capacity or transportation charges.
Wholesale tracker rates can be cheaper than fixed-price gas contracts when market prices are falling or remain low. Fixed-price contracts provide greater budget certainty by locking in the commodity rate for 12–24 months, protecting businesses against wholesale price increases. The cheapest option depends on current wholesale prices, supplier margins and your business's appetite for price risk.
The easiest way is to compare your current gas contract against the latest rates available from all Irish suppliers. Utilityfair provides a free, independent comparison using your recent gas bill. We'll compare unit rates, standing charges and any applicable capacity costs, showing the estimated annual cost and potential savings for each supplier. There's no obligation to switch.
