Kobe

Cheap Car Hire in Kobe from $63

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 Kobe with a pick-up date of 7/9 and drop-off date of 14/9. 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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Kobe car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Kobe. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 September 2025.

Most popular company

TIMES

Price of petrol per litre

$1.81

Average price per day

$80

Cheapest price per day

$63

Popular car types in Kobe

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Kobe and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 2 September 2025.

There are currently 77 hire locations operating in Kobe spread across 21 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Kobe is small car at $63 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

People mover

People mover

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car hire deals in Kobe by type

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

Holden Barina$63/day
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Holden Barina
Hyundai Accent$63/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai Accent
Toyota Corolla$70/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

Best car hire deals found in Kobe

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Kobe. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Kobe with an average daily rate of $101. Data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
Holden Barina$63/day
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A/C
Holden Barina
Hyundai Accent$63/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai Accent
Mitsubishi ASX$68/day
5
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A/C
Mitsubishi ASX

Cheapflights insights for Kobe car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Kobe?

To get the best deal on car hire in Kobe, book about 71 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $60, which is about 14% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Kobe?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Kobe is Toyota Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10). ORIX Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Kobe?

At Kobe, the best time to hire a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just $72. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging $85 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Kobe, the best time to hire a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just $72. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging $85 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$75

February

$76

March

$75

April

$84

May

$85

June

$79

July

$84

August

$81

September

$72

October

$78

November

$73

December

$82

Which car hire company has the most locations in Kobe?

Toyota Rent a Car has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ORIX Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Kobe at 10.

Top hire agencies in Kobe

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Kobe known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Kobe. Reviews were last updated on 2 September 2025.

Toyota Rent a Car

21 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

10 locations

Nippon Rent-A-Car

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

3 locations

Alamo

1 location

Nissan Rent-A-Car

5 locations

Budget

2 locations

Europcar

3 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kobe, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 September 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kobe?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $80/day when booking a car hire in Kobe. The absolute best deal a user found was for $68/day from Times, booked on Aug. 31.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kobe for a week from Times?

    Hiring a car in Kobe for a week can be a great option for travel. Times, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $558/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Kobe?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Kobe.

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

    You can potentially save up to 14% on a month-long rental by booking with Times. Times is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Kobe can cost you on average $2,393 a month or $80 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Kobe for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Kobe are typically $0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in October to be on average $101 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Kobe

Browse car hires by fuel type in Kobe. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Kobe. Deals were last updated on 2 September 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kobe. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($44+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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