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Cheap Car Hire in Kyoto from $72

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 Kyoto with a pick-up date of 11/7 and drop-off date of 13/7. 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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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 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

$1.95

Average price per day

$135

Cheapest price per day

$72

Popular car types in Kyoto

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 13 June 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Kyoto this past week from 80 hire locations out of 18 hire agencies. Prices for a Kyoto small car hire start from $72/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

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 Kyoto by type

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

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

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

Here are the best Kyoto van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$72/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Suzuki Swift$74/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Mazda Mazda3$78/day
4
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda3

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 $118. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Kyoto area. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Kia Picanto$72/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Suzuki Swift$74/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Mazda Mazda3$78/day
4
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda3

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 78 days before pickup. The average price then is just $83/day – about 21% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Kyoto?

Looking to hire a car in Kyoto? Nissan Rent-A-Car had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $66.44/day. Nippon Rent-A-Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $67.58/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.

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 $91/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kyoto is April ($117/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

$98

February

$106

March

$109

April

$117

May

$114

June

$100

July

$109

August

$109

September

$92

October

$98

November

$91

December

$101

What car do most people hire in Kyoto?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Kyoto are the following: Compact cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar), SUV cars (Class Compact SUV or similar), and Economy cars (Toyota Yaris 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.

Top hire agencies in Kyoto

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 13 June 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Kyoto, including Toyota Rent a Car, ORIX Rent a Car and Nippon Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Toyota Rent a Car

21 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

5 locations

Nippon Rent-A-Car

9 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

Europcar

6 locations

Hertz

7.5
Good
2 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Times

7 locations

Alamo

6.0
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kyoto, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kyoto?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $135/day when booking a car hire in Kyoto. The absolute best deal a user found was for $101/day from Budget, booked on Jun. 8.

  • 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 $786 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 $3,367 ($112/day) on average.

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

    It costs $79 for a weekend car hire in Kyoto, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Mini 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 July, prices are $187 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 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kyoto. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($51+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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