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Cheap Car Rentals in Sandakan

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Sandakan 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 21 February 2025.

January

RM 212

February

RM 168

March

RM 168

April

RM 203

May

RM 199

June

RM 190

July

RM 194

August

RM 190

September

RM 194

October

RM 194

November

RM 212

December

RM 203

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Sandakan is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is January. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Sandakan

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Sandakan to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.

Small cars

RM 159 - RM 272

All Car Types

RM 183 - RM 342

To rent a small car in Sandakan, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of RM 193/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Sandakan, Malaysia (~RM 159/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 272/day). In fact, February is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Sandakan. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Sandakan, renting a small car saves you 21% 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.

Top rental agencies in Sandakan

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Sandakan known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car rental companies in Sandakan. Reviews were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Sandakan, including Agtran, Avis and Green Matrix in Sandakan. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Sandakan, including Agtran, Avis and Green Matrix.

Agtran

1 location

Avis

8.0
Very Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Green Matrix

1 location

Hertz

1 location

Sunnycars

1 location

Thrifty

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Sandakan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
  • What are petrol prices like in Sandakan?

    The average price of petrol in Sandakan is RM 2.00/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 90 and RM 130 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Sandakan for a week from Hertz?

    Hiring a car in Sandakan for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 2,297/week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 74% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 59 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Sandakan.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Sandakan however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people hire in Sandakan?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Sandakan is Economy (Proton Saga) based on our Cheapflights data.

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