Kyoto

Cheap Car Rentals in Kyoto from $45

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Kyoto, Japan
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Kyoto car rentals in 2023

Most popular company

NISSAN

Price of gas per gallon

$4.77

Average price per day

$57

Cheapest price per day

$46

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

January

$60

February

$54

March

$57

April

$58

May

$59

June

$56

July

$59

August

$57

September

$51

October

$53

November

$53

December

$56

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kyoto is September. 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.

Popular car types in Kyoto

There are 15 rental agencies servicing Kyoto. These agencies, altogether, have 67 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? Small is the cheapest car type to rent in Kyoto with prices from $45 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can rent in Kyoto:

Compare available car types for rental in Kyoto

Small

$52 - $101

All Car Types

$102 - $135

To rent a Small in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of $69/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a Small in Kyoto, Japan (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~$101/day). In fact, February is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Small rental for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kyoto, renting a Small saves you 41% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Medium in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of $100/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a Medium in Kyoto, Japan (~$84/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$134/day). In fact, March is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Medium rental for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kyoto, renting a Medium saves you 15% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Large in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of $168/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a Large in Kyoto, Japan (~$128/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$309/day). In fact, November is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Large rental for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kyoto, renting a Large is 31% 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 $107/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Kyoto, Japan (~$89/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$140/day). In fact, March is about 17% 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 saves you 9% 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 SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Van in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of $151/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a Van in Kyoto, Japan (~$120/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$277/day). In fact, May is about 21% 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 is 23% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Luxury in Kyoto, Japan, you would pay an average price of $130/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a Luxury in Kyoto, Japan (~$149/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~$198/day). In fact, October is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Luxury rental for Kyoto. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kyoto, renting a Luxury is 10% 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.

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Top rental agencies in Kyoto

Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Kyoto, including ORIX Rent a Car, National and Europcar in Kyoto. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

ORIX Rent a Car

4 locations

National

1 location

Europcar

6 locations

Toyota Rent a Car

14 locations

Sixt

3 locations

Hertz

7.3
Good
2 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.6

Nippon Rent-A-Car

6 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

Best Kyoto car rental deals found

Check out some of the best deals for car rentals in Kyoto recently found.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Kyoto. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.

Car rental FAQs

What is the cheapest rental car found in Kyoto?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $57/day when booking a rental car in Kyoto. The best deal a user found was for $46/day from Nippon Rent-A-Car, booked on Jan. 1.

What car rental 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: Nissan Rent-A-Car ($45/day), Alamo ($54/day), and Hertz ($57/day).

What are gas prices like in Kyoto?

The average gas price in Kyoto is $4.77/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $57 and $82 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Kyoto for a week from Nissan Rent-A-Car?

Renting a car in Kyoto for a week can be a great option for travel. Nissan Rent-A-Car, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around $351/week on average.

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

Booking early can save you upwards 50% on your rental. Booking your vehicle at least 65 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, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Kyoto.

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

We’ve recently found that Nippon Rent-A-Car offers you prices that are 20% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental in Kyoto for a month is $1,504. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

How much is a car rental in Kyoto for a weekend?

It costs $46 for a weekend car rental in Kyoto, on average. The cheapest type of car rental you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these rental types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a rental car in Kyoto in October, prices are $61 per day on average.

What car do most people rent in Kyoto?

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

Van rentals in Kyoto

Some people need a little more room to get around comfortably on vacation. Find deals like the ones below for Kyoto van rentals.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for renting a van in the Kyoto area. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
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