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Cheap Car Hire in Sendai from £33

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 Sendai with a pick-up date of 21/8 and drop-off date of 29/8. 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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Sendai car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Sendai. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 July 2025.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of gas per litre

£0.89

Average price per day

£47

Cheapest price per day

£33

Popular car types in Sendai

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Sendai and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 11 July 2025.

There are, in total, 93 car hire locations in Sendai that are operated by 18 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £33/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Sendai hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Standard

Standard

People carrier

People carrier

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

Standard estate car

Standard estate car

£109+

Compare car hire deals in Sendai by type

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

Smart Forfour£33/day
2
M
A/C
Smart Forfour
Honda Fit£43/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Volkswagen up!£47/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen up!

Best car hire deals found in Sendai

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Sendai. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Sendai with an average daily rate of £62. Data was last updated on 11 July 2025.
These are some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Sendai. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Smart Forfour£33/day
2
M
A/C
Smart Forfour
Honda Fit£43/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Volkswagen up!£47/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen up!

Cheapflights insights for Sendai car hires

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in Sendai, make your reservation 75 days before pickup. The average price then is just £32/day – about 39% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Sendai?

Europcar is currently the cheapest car hire company in Sendai with deals as low as £30.49/day found in the past two weeks. Alamo is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £39.23/day.

What is the best car rental company in Sendai?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Sendai 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 Sendai?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Sendai is March, when you can expect to pay £35/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sendai is January (£40/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

£40

February

£35

March

£35

April

£39

May

£38

June

£35

July

£35

August

£40

September

£35

October

£39

November

£38

December

£37

Which car hire company has the most locations in Sendai?

Toyota Rent a Car has 19 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Nippon Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Sendai at 14.

Top hire agencies in Sendai

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Sendai known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Sendai. Reviews were last updated on 11 July 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Sendai, such as Toyota Rent a Car, ORIX Rent a Car and Alamo. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Toyota Rent a Car

19 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

1 location

Avis

1 location

Budget

1 location

Nippon Rent-A-Car

14 locations

Nissan Rent-A-Car

9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

6.0

Hertz

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.6

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Sendai, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Sendai?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £47/day when booking a car hire in Sendai. The absolute best deal a user found was for £41/day from Alamo, booked on Jul. 6.

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

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Sendai. They can have you in a hire car for about £284 per week on average.

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

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

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Sendai can be found for about £1,216, with the average price for a rental being around £41 a day. Book with Alamo, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 4% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Sendai.

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

    It costs £0 for a weekend car hire in Sendai, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Sendai in August, prices are £42 per day on average.

Car hires by fuel type in Sendai

Browse car hires by fuel type in Sendai. Deals were last updated on 11 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Sendai. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Hybrid

Hybrid

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