Kentucky

Cheap Car Hire in Kentucky from £28

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 11/9 and drop-off date of 1/10. 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 17 August 2025.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

£34

Cheapest price per day

£28

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 17 August 2025.

There are currently 17,535 hire locations operating in Kentucky spread across 357 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Kentucky is medium car at £28 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Open-air all-terrain

Open-air all-terrain

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:

Peugeot 308£30/day
4
M
A/C
Peugeot 308
Nissan Micra£31/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra

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 £33. Data was last updated on 17 August 2025.
Skoda Octavia£28/day
5
M
A/C
Skoda Octavia
Audi A3£28/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Kia Stonic£30/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Stonic

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 £38/day – about 36% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Kentucky?

Dollar is currently the cheapest car hire company in Kentucky with deals as low as £26.32/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £26.98/day.

What is the best car rental company in Kentucky?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Kentucky is Hertz (rated 5.8/10 with 49 reviews). Budget (rated 5.6/10 with 81 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Kentucky, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £32. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £55 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 Kentucky, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £32. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £55 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

£32

February

£34

March

£42

April

£48

May

£49

June

£53

July

£55

August

£42

September

£40

October

£47

November

£42

December

£41

What car do most people hire in Kentucky?

Standard cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Kentucky. Full-size cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Kentucky?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Kentucky at 5.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Kentucky, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 31 pickup locations in Kentucky to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 August 2025.

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 17 August 2025.

Hertz

5.8
Fair
49 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Budget

5.6
Fair
81 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.0

Dollar

5.3
Fair
31 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.7

National

8.6
Very Good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.9

Alamo

7.8
Good
18 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
22 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.9

Thrifty

6.9
Okay
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

7.3

Payless

6.0
Okay
13 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.7

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kentucky, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 August 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kentucky?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £34/day when booking a car hire in Kentucky. The absolute best deal a user found was for £32/day from Thrifty, booked on Aug. 10.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kentucky for a week from Alamo?

    From Alamo you can hire a car in Kentucky from about £256 per week on average.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Kentucky for a month is certainly possible.

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

    You can potentially save up to 18% on a month-long rental by booking with Thrifty. Thrifty is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Kentucky can cost you on average £1,097 a month or £37 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Car hires by fuel type in Kentucky

Browse car hires by fuel type in Kentucky. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Kentucky. Deals were last updated on 17 August 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kentucky. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£45+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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