Kyoto

Cheap Car Rentals in Kyoto from RM 157

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 3/7 and drop-off date of 30/7. 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 rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Kyoto. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 June 2026.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

RM 4.27

Average price per day

RM 229

Cheapest price per day

RM 157

Popular car types in Kyoto

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Kyoto and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 4 June 2026.

There are 25 hire agencies servicing Kyoto. These agencies, altogether, have 85 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Kyoto with prices from RM 157 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Kyoto:

Economy

Economy

RM 198+

Compact

Compact

RM 157+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 190+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 200+

Mini

Mini

RM 184+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 203+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 267+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 271+

Best car rental deals found in Kyoto

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Kyoto. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Kyoto with an average daily rate of RM 221. Data was last updated on 4 June 2026.
Toyota CorollaRM 157/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Honda CivicRM 160/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Perodua AxiaRM 184/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia

Cheapflights insights for Kyoto car rentals

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 76 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 211/day on average when booked 76 days ahead, which saves you 213% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Kyoto?

Looking to hire a car in Kyoto? ORIX Rent a Car had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 43.86/day. Nippon Rent-A-Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 104.00/day.

What is the best car rental company in Kyoto?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Kyoto is Toyota Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10). Nippon Rent-A-Car (rated 8.6/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Kyoto?

Planning to hire a car in Kyoto? April is the cheapest month, costing about RM 227 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 307. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

RM 279

February

RM 259

March

RM 247

April

RM 227

May

RM 247

June

RM 259

July

RM 303

August

RM 287

September

RM 243

October

RM 267

November

RM 295

December

RM 307

Top rental agencies in Kyoto

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Kyoto known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Kyoto. Reviews were last updated on 4 June 2026.

Toyota Rent a Car

21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.3

Nippon Rent-A-Car

9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

9.6

Times

7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.5

Europcar

6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.7

Nissan Rent-A-Car

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

JR Hokkaido Rent a Car

1 location

Jo Cars Rental

1 location

RELYON Car Station

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Kyoto, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kyoto?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 229/day when booking a car hire in Kyoto. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 168/day from Budget, booked on Jun. 1.

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

    Avis is one of the most popular car hire companies in Kyoto, offering car hire for around RM 1,619 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Kyoto check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Kyoto can be found for RM 6,939. You can find car rental deals for RM 231 a day on average.

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

    For a weekend car hire in Kyoto, you can expect the average price to be around RM 0. Usually a Compact hire in Kyoto is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Compact for July, it will cost approximately RM 0 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Kyoto

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Kyoto. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Kyoto. Deals were last updated on 4 June 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Kyoto. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (RM 38+).

Electric

Electric

RM 48+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 38+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 39+

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