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Cheap Car Rentals in Kota Kinabalu Airport from RM 96
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 Kota Kinabalu Airport with a pick-up date of 14/12 and drop-off date of 21/12. 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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Kota Kinabalu Airport car rentals in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Kota Kinabalu Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 October 2026.
Most popular company | KEDDY |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | RM 146 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 96 |
Popular car types in Kota Kinabalu Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Kota Kinabalu Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 12 October 2026.
There are currently 62 hire locations operating at Kota Kinabalu Airport spread across 20 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire at Kota Kinabalu Airport is small car at RM 96 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
RM 96+
Compact
RM 102+
Full-size
RM 108+
Full-size SUV
RM 227+
Passenger van
RM 163+
Premium SUV
RM 1,224+
Standard SUV
RM 203+
Compact SUV
RM 206+
Commercial
RM 425+
Best car rental deals found at Kota Kinabalu Airport
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Kota Kinabalu Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Kota Kinabalu Airport with an average daily rate of RM 277. Data was last updated on 12 October 2026.
Hyundai TucsonRM 231/day
Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosRM 108/day
Honda CityRM 102/day
Cheapflights insights for Kota Kinabalu Airport car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Kota Kinabalu Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
To get the best deal on car hire at Kota Kinabalu Airport, book about 84 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 118, which is about 196% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
At Kota Kinabalu Airport, the most affordable car hire company right now is MKAZ, offering prices from just RM 17.31/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is keddy by Europcar, with rates starting at RM 22.49/day.
What is the best car hire company at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company at Kota Kinabalu Airport is KK Rent A Car (rated 10.0/10). Sixt (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
KK Rent A Car
10.0
Sixt
10.0
Europcar
8.8
Avis
8.0
What is the cheapest month to rent a car at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car at Kota Kinabalu Airport is November, when you can expect to pay RM 135/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car at Kota Kinabalu Airport is August (RM 188/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
RM 167
February
RM 167
March
RM 176
April
RM 159
May
RM 163
June
RM 172
July
RM 172
August
RM 188
September
RM 155
October
RM 143
November
RM 135
December
RM 155
What car do most people hire at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Kota Kinabalu Airport are the following: Full-size cars (Perodua Bezza or similar), SUV cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar), and Compact cars (Proton Persona or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
At Kota Kinabalu Airport, Green Matrix, GREEN MOTION , Mayflower, and Sixt have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Kota Kinabalu Airport
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Kota Kinabalu Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Kota Kinabalu Airport. Reviews were last updated on 12 October 2026.
Overview
Locations
KK Rent A Car
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
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Overview
Locations
Sixt
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
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Locations
Europcar
3 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
9.2
Overall
8.8
Pick-up/drop-off
9.2
Value
8.8
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Overview
Locations
Avis
1 location
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Overview
Locations
Agtran
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.0
Value
8.0
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Overview
Locations
keddy by Europcar
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
6.3
Overall
6.6
Pick-up/drop-off
6.6
Value
6.3
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Overview
Locations
IX Rental
1 location
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Overview
Locations
Hawk
1 location
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Kota Kinabalu Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 158/day when booking a car hire at Kota Kinabalu Airport. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 91/day from MKAZ, booked on Oct. 10.
Which car hire providers are at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
There are 5 car rental providers located at Kota Kinabalu Airport. The following companies can be found near the Kota Kinabalu Airport car rental counter:KK Rent A Car (10.0)Sixt (10.0)Europcar (8.8)Agtran (8.0)Suria Car Rental (7.3)
How much does it cost to hire a car at Kota Kinabalu Airport for a week from keddy by Europcar?
keddy by Europcar is one of the top picks at Kota Kinabalu Airport. They can have you in a hire car for about RM 879 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Kota Kinabalu Airport it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Kota Kinabalu Airport for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental at Kota Kinabalu Airport can be found for about RM 3,768, with the average price for a rental being around RM 126 a day. Book with MKAZ, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 49% less compared to the average price of car rentals at Kota Kinabalu Airport.
Car rentals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu Airport
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu Airport. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Kota Kinabalu Airport. Deals were last updated on 12 October 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu Airport. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 26+).
Hybrid
RM 88+
Petrol/Diesel
RM 26+
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