Kentucky car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Kentucky. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.
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Cheapflights insights for Kentucky car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Kentucky, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Kentucky?
For the best savings on car hire in Kentucky, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $81/day – about 32% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Kentucky?
In Kentucky, the most affordable car hire company right now is Thrifty, offering prices from just $55.76/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at $84.30/day.
What is the best car rental company in Kentucky?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Kentucky is Budget (rated 6.2/10 with 100 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.0/10 with 48 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Kentucky?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Kentucky is January, when you can expect to pay $71/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kentucky is July ($122/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
$71
February
$75
March
$88
April
$104
May
$104
June
$110
July
$122
August
$91
September
$88
October
$102
November
$89
December
$85
What car do most people hire in Kentucky?
SUV cars (Kia Sorento or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Kentucky. Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Kentucky?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 37 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Kentucky at 18.
Top hire agencies in Kentucky
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Kentucky known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Kentucky. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kentucky, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Kentucky for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty offers hire cars in Kentucky for about $1,527 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Kentucky?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Kentucky.