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Cheap Car Hire in Kyoto

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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 6 November 2025.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of gas per litre

£0.89

Average price per day

£44

Cheapest price per day

£36

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?

Book your car hire in Kyoto 40 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £43/day on average when booked 40 days ahead, which saves you 40% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Kyoto?

In Kyoto, the most affordable car hire company right now is Alamo, offering prices from just £36.23/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Nissan Rent-A-Car, with rates starting at £41.87/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 £47/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kyoto is July (£64/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

£51

February

£53

March

£54

April

£58

May

£57

June

£51

July

£64

August

£61

September

£48

October

£52

November

£47

December

£52

What car do most people hire in Kyoto?

Compact cars (Toyota Sienta or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Kyoto. Economy cars (Honda Fit or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Suzuki Swift 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 6 November 2025.

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 reviews7 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 6 November 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kyoto?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £44/day when booking a car hire in Kyoto. The absolute best deal a user found was for £36/day from Avis, booked on Nov. 2.

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

    Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Kyoto, offering car hire for around £310 per week on average.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Kyoto it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Kyoto for a month is £1,330. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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