Kentucky

Cheap Car Hire in Kentucky from $151

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 8/10 and drop-off date of 11/10. 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 18 September 2025.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

$60

Cheapest price per day

$151

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 18 September 2025.

There are, in total, 17,545 car hire locations in Kentucky that are operated by 361 companies. In the past week, medium car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $151/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Kentucky hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact 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:

Toyota Yaris$170/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Corolla$172/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 $188. Data was last updated on 18 September 2025.
Hyundai Avante$151/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Avante
Mitsubishi Mirage$170/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Toyota Corolla$172/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 $79/day – about 27% 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 Hertz, offering prices from just $51.52/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Dollar, with rates starting at $55.81/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 6.1/10 with 103 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.7/10 with 33 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 $69/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kentucky is June ($115/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

$69

February

$73

March

$86

April

$101

May

$102

June

$115

July

$112

August

$91

September

$85

October

$100

November

$88

December

$82

Which car hire company has the most locations in Kentucky?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 32 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Kentucky at 14.

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 18 September 2025.

Budget

6.1
Okay
103 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
33 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.5

Hertz

6.1
Okay
75 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Dollar

5.8
Fair
38 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.2

Avis

5.5
Fair
32 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.7

National

8.5
Very Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.8

Alamo

8.0
Very Good
24 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Thrifty

6.8
Okay
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kentucky, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 September 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kentucky for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz offers hire cars in Kentucky for about $401 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. Deals were last updated on 18 September 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kentucky. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

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