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Cheap Car Rentals in Kyoto from HK$393

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 26-5 and drop-off date of 27-5. 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 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 15 April 2025.

January

HK$496

February

HK$535

March

HK$550

April

HK$558

May

HK$496

June

HK$480

July

HK$511

August

HK$535

September

HK$457

October

HK$480

November

HK$449

December

HK$511

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kyoto is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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 15 April 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Kyoto this past week from 80 hire locations out of 18 hire agencies. Prices for a Kyoto small car hire start from HK$524/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

HK$447+

Compact

Compact

HK$542+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$1,062+

Standard

Standard

HK$1,029+

Mini

Mini

HK$387+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$692+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

HK$884+

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

HK$884+

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 15 April 2025.

Small cars

HK$390 - HK$628

All Car Types

HK$538 - HK$762

To hire a small car in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of HK$469/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kyoto, Japan (~HK$390/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~HK$628/day). In fact, November is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kyoto, hiring a small car saves you 24% 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.

To hire a medium car in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of HK$729/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Kyoto, Japan (~HK$500/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~HK$950/day). In fact, July is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kyoto, hiring a medium car is 17% 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. Here are the best Kyoto medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of HK$723/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Kyoto, Japan (~HK$761/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~HK$1,208/day). In fact, April is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kyoto, hiring a large car is 16% 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 hire a SUV in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of HK$535/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Kyoto, Japan (~HK$532/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~HK$1,100/day). In fact, March is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kyoto, hiring a SUV 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.

To hire a van in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of HK$985/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a van in Kyoto, Japan (~HK$725/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$1,144/day). In fact, July is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kyoto, hiring a van is 38% 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. Here are the best Kyoto van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

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 15 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Kyoto, including Toyota Rent a Car, ORIX Rent a Car and Nippon Rent-A-Car in Kyoto. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Toyota Rent a Car

21 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

5 locations

Nippon Rent-A-Car

9 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

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

Europcar

6 locations

Times

7 locations

Alamo

6.0
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

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 HK$798. Data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
The best prices on car rentals in Kyoto we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Mini CountrymanHK$524/day
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A/C
Mini Countryman
Honda FitHK$542/day
4
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitHK$648/day
4
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Kyoto, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 April 2025.
  • 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 (HK$387/day), Nissan Rent-A-Car (HK$648/day), and ORIX Rent a Car (HK$720/day).

  • What are petrol prices like in Kyoto?

    The average price of petrol in Kyoto is HK$9.00/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$405 and HK$585 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kyoto for a week from Nippon Rent-A-Car?

    Nippon Rent-A-Car is one of the most popular car hire companies in Kyoto, offering car hire for around HK$2,523 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 53% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 11 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Kyoto.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Kyoto for a month is certainly possible.

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

    It costs HK$0 for a weekend car hire in Kyoto, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Mini as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Kyoto in May, prices are HK$0 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Kyoto?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Kyoto is Compact (Class Compact Van) based on our Cheapflights data.

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 hires in Kyoto cost an average of HK$673 per day. Price data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Mini CountrymanHK$393/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Countryman
Mini CountrymanHK$524/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Countryman
Mini CountrymanHK$538/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Countryman

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 15 April 2025.

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 (HK$55+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$73+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$55+

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