Kailua-Kona

Cheap Car Hire in Kailua-Kona from $48

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 Kailua-Kona with a pick-up date of 23/8 and drop-off date of 26/8. 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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Kailua-Kona car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Kailua-Kona. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 June 2026.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

$1.69

Average price per day

$96

Cheapest price per day

$48

Popular car types in Kailua-Kona

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Kailua-Kona and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 25 June 2026.

At $48/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Kailua-Kona in the past week. Out of 16 car hire agencies operating in Kailua-Kona, there are, in total, 27 hire locations. View below for 7 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Convertible

Convertible

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Best car hire deals found in Kailua-Kona

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Kailua-Kona. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Kailua-Kona with an average daily rate of $80. Data was last updated on 25 June 2026.
Suzuki Baleno$48/day
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A/C
Suzuki Baleno
Ford Puma$57/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Puma
Nissan Pulsar$58/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Pulsar

Cheapflights insights for Kailua-Kona car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Kailua-Kona, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Kailua-Kona?

Book your car hire in Kailua-Kona 87 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $84/day on average when booked 87 days ahead, which saves you 32% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Kailua-Kona?

In Kailua-Kona, the most affordable car hire company right now is Avis, offering prices from just $56.95/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Alamo, with rates starting at $110.52/day.

What is the best car rental company in Kailua-Kona?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Kailua-Kona is Dollar (rated 5.9/10 with 118 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.8/10 with 47 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Kailua-Kona?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Kailua-Kona is September, when you can expect to pay $74/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kailua-Kona is December ($119/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$107

February

$112

March

$94

April

$81

May

$77

June

$90

July

$106

August

$90

September

$74

October

$78

November

$81

December

$119

What car do most people hire in Kailua-Kona?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Kailua-Kona are the following: SUV cars (Mazda CX-5 or similar), Intermediate cars (Chevrolet Cruze or similar), and Compact cars (Nissan Kicks or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Kailua-Kona?

Mauka Hualalai Rentals has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Kailua-Kona at 1.

Top hire agencies in Kailua-Kona

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Kailua-Kona known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Kailua-Kona. Reviews were last updated on 25 June 2026.

Dollar

5.9
Fair
118 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.9

Hertz

6.8
Okay
47 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.6

Budget

6.7
Okay
67 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.7

Thrifty

6.5
Okay
37 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.2

National

8.8
Very Good
17 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.4

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
20 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.4

Sixt

8.4
Very Good
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
20 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.2

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kailua-Kona, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kailua-Kona?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $96/day when booking a car hire in Kailua-Kona. The absolute best deal a user found was for $52/day from Turo, booked on Jun. 20.

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

    Hertz offers hire cars in Kailua-Kona for about $584 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Kailua-Kona?

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Kailua-Kona for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 47% on a month-long rental by booking with Turo. Turo is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Kailua-Kona can cost you on average $2,501 a month or $83 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Kailua-Kona for a weekend?

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Kailua-Kona. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in July, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $127 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Kailua-Kona

Browse car hires by fuel type in Kailua-Kona. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Kailua-Kona. Deals were last updated on 25 June 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kailua-Kona. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($56+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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