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Kyoto car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Kyoto. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 November 2025.
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Kyoto and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 5 November 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Kyoto this past week from 81 hire locations out of 19 hire agencies. Prices for a Kyoto small car hire start from $68/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
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Mitsubishi Mirage$68/day
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MG MG4$71/day
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Fiat 500$74/day
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Best car hire deals found in Kyoto
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Kyoto. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Kyoto with an average daily rate of $96. Data was last updated on 5 November 2025.
Mitsubishi Mirage$68/day
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MG MG4$71/day
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Fiat 500$74/day
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Cheapflights insights for Kyoto car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Kyoto, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Kyoto?
For the best savings on car hire in Kyoto, make your reservation 40 days before pickup. The average price then is just $86/day – about 22% less than the yearly average.
Looking to hire a car in Kyoto? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $49.04/day. Nippon Rent-A-Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $66.93/day.
What is the best car rental company in Kyoto?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Kyoto is Toyota Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10). ORIX Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Toyota Rent a Car
10.0
ORIX Rent a Car
10.0
Nippon Rent-A-Car
8.5
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.8
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Kyoto?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Kyoto is November, when you can expect to pay $94/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kyoto is July ($128/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
$101
February
$106
March
$109
April
$117
May
$114
June
$103
July
$128
August
$121
September
$95
October
$105
November
$94
December
$105
What car do most people hire in Kyoto?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Kyoto are the following: Economy cars (Honda Fit or similar), Passenger van cars (Toyota Noah or similar), and Mini cars (Daihatsu Move or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Kyoto?
Toyota Rent a Car has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Nippon Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Kyoto at 9.
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Kyoto known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Kyoto. Reviews were last updated on 5 November 2025.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kyoto, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 November 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Kyoto?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $68/day when booking a car hire in Kyoto. The absolute best deal a user found was for $60/day from Budget, booked on Nov. 2.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Kyoto for a week from Budget?
Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in Kyoto, offering car hire for around $455 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Kyoto?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Kyoto however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Kyoto for a month?
The monthly cost of a car hire in Kyoto is $1,949 ($65/day) on average.
How much is a car hire in Kyoto for a weekend?
It costs $255 for a weekend car hire in Kyoto, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Compact as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Kyoto in December, prices are $87 per day on average.
Car hires by fuel type in Kyoto
Browse car hires by fuel type in Kyoto. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Kyoto. Deals were last updated on 5 November 2025.
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