Kentucky

Cheap Car Hire in Kentucky 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 Kentucky with a pick-up date of 6/11 and drop-off date of 29/11. 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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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 31 October 2025.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$63

Cheapest price per day

$48

Popular car types in Kentucky

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Kentucky and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 31 October 2025.

There are, in total, 17,556 car hire locations in Kentucky that are operated by 364 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $48/day). Explore 7 car types currently offered from Kentucky hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare car hire deals in Kentucky by type

Here are the best Kentucky small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Kentucky medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Kentucky large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Kentucky SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Rio$48/day
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Hyundai i20$52/day
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Hyundai i20
Hyundai Kona$55/day
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Hyundai Kona

Best car hire deals found in Kentucky

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Kentucky. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Kentucky with an average daily rate of $76. Data was last updated on 31 October 2025.
Kia Rio$48/day
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Kia Rio
Hyundai i20$52/day
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Hyundai i20
Hyundai Kona$55/day
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Hyundai Kona

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 $80/day – about 29% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Kentucky?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Kentucky is National (rated 9.2/10). Alamo (rated 8.4/10) 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 $70/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kentucky is June ($116/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

$70

February

$75

March

$88

April

$103

May

$104

June

$117

July

$113

August

$93

September

$91

October

$99

November

$89

December

$83

What car do most people hire in Kentucky?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Kentucky. Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Acura TLX or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Kentucky?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 22 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Kentucky at 8.

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 31 October 2025.

National

2 locations

Alamo

2 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

22 locations

Budget

6 locations

Hertz

8 locations

Payless

1 location

Dollar

4 locations

Avis

6 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kentucky, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 31 October 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kentucky for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar offers hire cars in Kentucky for about $426 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.

Car hires by fuel type in Kentucky

Browse car hires by fuel type in Kentucky. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Kentucky. Deals were last updated on 31 October 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kentucky. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($38+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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