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Cheap Car Rentals in Kyoto from RM 194

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Kyoto with a pick-up date of 30/1 and drop-off date of 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Kyoto car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Kyoto. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

TIMES

Price of petrol per litre

RM 5.19

Average price per day

RM 490

Cheapest price per day

RM 194

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Kyoto?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Kyoto and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

January

RM 263

February

RM 272

March

RM 250

April

RM 285

May

RM 281

June

RM 276

July

RM 285

August

RM 308

September

RM 263

October

RM 272

November

RM 259

December

RM 276

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kyoto is March. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Kyoto

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Kyoto and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

There are 17 hire agencies servicing Kyoto. These agencies, altogether, have 79 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Kyoto with prices from RM 194 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Kyoto:

Economy

Economy

RM 220+

Compact

Compact

RM 263+

Standard

Standard

RM 637+

Mini

Mini

RM 194+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 402+

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

RM 323+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 349+

Compare available car types for rental in Kyoto

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Kyoto to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Small cars

RM 245 - RM 415

All Car Types

RM 289 - RM 530

To rent a small car in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of RM 323/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Kyoto, Japan (~RM 245/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 415/day). In fact, March is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kyoto, renting a small car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Kyoto small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of RM 211/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Kyoto, Japan (~RM 342/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~RM 502/day). In fact, January is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kyoto, renting a medium car saves you 47% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Kyoto medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of RM 444/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Kyoto, Japan (~RM 270/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 1,003/day). In fact, July is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kyoto, renting a large car is 12% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of RM 402/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Kyoto, Japan (~RM 362/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 1,101/day). In fact, March is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kyoto, renting a SUV is 2% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a van in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of RM 346/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a van in Kyoto, Japan (~RM 396/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 772/day). In fact, October is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kyoto, renting a van saves you 13% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Kyoto van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Perodua MyviRM 194/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Proton PersonaRM 220/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Proton SagaRM 227/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga

Top rental agencies in Kyoto

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Kyoto known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Kyoto. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Kyoto area such as Toyota Rent a Car, ORIX Rent a Car and National. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Toyota Rent a Car

21 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

5 locations

National

1 location

Nippon Rent-A-Car

9 locations

Times

7 locations

Europcar

6 locations

Hertz

7.5
Good
2 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

Best Kyoto car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Kyoto. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Kyoto with an average daily rate of RM 337. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Kyoto. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Perodua MyviRM 194/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Proton PersonaRM 220/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Proton SagaRM 227/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Kyoto, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kyoto?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 490/day when booking a car hire in Kyoto. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 389/day from Times, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Kyoto?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Kyoto from the following companies over the past two weeks: Nippon Rent-A-Car (RM 220/day), Toyota Rent a Car (RM 227/day), and Nissan Rent-A-Car (RM 240/day).

  • What are petrol prices like in Kyoto?

    The average price of petrol in Kyoto is RM 5.19/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 233 and RM 337 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kyoto for a week from Times?

    Times is one of the most popular car hire companies in Kyoto, offering car hire for around RM 3,894 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Kyoto for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 58%. Aim to book your car hire at least 73 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Kyoto.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Kyoto?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Kyoto check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Kyoto for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Kyoto can be found for RM 16,688. You can find car rental deals for RM 556 a day on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Kyoto for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Kyoto, you can expect the average price to be around RM 0. Usually a Economy hire in Kyoto is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Economy for January, it will cost approximately RM 399 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Kyoto?

    The most popular car to hire while in Kyoto is the Toyota Sienna, which is a Mini vehicle.

Small car rentals in Kyoto

Find small car rental deals in Kyoto from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Kyoto cost an average of RM 258 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Perodua MyviRM 194/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Perodua AxiaRM 204/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Perodua MyviRM 221/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi

Car rentals by fuel type in Kyoto

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Kyoto. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Kyoto. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Kyoto. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 51+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 64+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 51+

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