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Cheap Car Rentals in Kobe from HK$317

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 Kobe with a pick-up date of 25-2 and drop-off date of 1-3. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Kobe?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Kobe 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 20 January 2025.

January

HK$373

February

HK$381

March

HK$365

April

HK$373

May

HK$342

June

HK$404

July

HK$412

August

HK$420

September

HK$365

October

HK$373

November

HK$365

December

HK$412

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kobe is May. 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 Kobe

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Kobe and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 20 January 2025.

In Kobe, there are 74 active hire locations from 20 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Kobe in the past week - currently priced from HK$329/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

HK$338+

Compact

Compact

HK$329+

Standard

Standard

HK$547+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$836+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$473+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

HK$329+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$513+

Compare available car types for rental in Kobe

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Kobe to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 January 2025.

Small cars

HK$386 - HK$580

All Car Types

HK$386 - HK$726

To hire a small car in Kobe, Japan, you would pay an average price of HK$462/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kobe, Japan (~HK$386/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~HK$580/day). In fact, September is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Kobe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kobe, hiring a small car saves you 12% 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 Kobe small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20HK$329/day
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Honda FitHK$411/day
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Top rental agencies in Kobe

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Kobe known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Kobe. Reviews were last updated on 20 January 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Kobe, including Toyota Rent a Car, ORIX Rent a Car and Times in Kobe. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Toyota Rent a Car

20 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

10 locations

Times

9 locations

Nissan Rent-A-Car

5 locations

Sunnycars

4 locations

Europcar

3 locations

Hertz

3 locations

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

Best Kobe car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Kobe. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Kobe with an average daily rate of HK$564. Data was last updated on 20 January 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Kobe. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Hyundai i20HK$329/day
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Hyundai i20
Honda FitHK$411/day
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Honda Fit
Toyota HiAceHK$473/day
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Toyota HiAce

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Kobe, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 January 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Kobe?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Kobe from the following companies over the past two weeks: Times (HK$329/day), Europcar (HK$338/day), and ORIX Rent a Car (HK$440/day).

  • What are petrol prices like in Kobe?

    The average price of petrol in Kobe is HK$8.96/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$403 and HK$582 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kobe for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar offers hire cars in Kobe for about HK$2,364 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 82% on your car hire. For a below average price in Kobe, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 89 days in advance.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Kobe it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Kobe is HK$0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Kobe. For the month of February, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Kobe for as low as HK$0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Kobe?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Kobe is Economy (Class Economy Car) based on our Cheapflights data.

Small car rentals in Kobe

Find small car rental deals in Kobe from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Kobe cost an average of HK$523 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 January 2025.
Mini CountrymanHK$317/day
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Mini Countryman
Mini CountrymanHK$327/day
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Mini Countryman
Mini CountrymanHK$410/day
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Mini Countryman

Luxury car rentals in Kobe

Find luxury car rental deals in Kobe from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Kobe cost an average of HK$996 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 January 2025.
Some of the best deals we've found on upscale car rentals in Kobe. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$996/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$997/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Van rentals in Kobe

Find van rental deals in Kobe from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Kobe cost an average of HK$945 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 January 2025.
Have a look at some of the best options for renting a car in Kobe we've found at this time. If you're not finding the right deal for your van rental, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Toyota NoahHK$944/day
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Toyota Noah
Toyota NoahHK$945/day
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Toyota Noah

Car rentals by fuel type in Kobe

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Kobe. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Kobe. Deals were last updated on 20 January 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Kobe. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (HK$42+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$53+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$42+

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