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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 26 June 2026.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

RM 4.37

Average price per day

RM 225

Cheapest price per day

RM 186
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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 70 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 202/day on average when booked 70 days ahead, which saves you 204% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Kyoto?

Looking to hire a car in Kyoto? JDM Rent a car had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 31.26/day. Nissan Rent-A-Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 73.51/day.

What is the best car rental company in Kyoto?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Kyoto is Nippon Rent-A-Car (rated 8.8/10). Times (rated 8.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Nippon Rent-A-Car
Nippon Rent-A-Car
8.8
Times
Times
8.5
Europcar
Europcar
7.7
Nissan Rent-A-Car
Nissan Rent-A-Car
6.0

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 235 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 313. 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 284

February

RM 268

March

RM 251

April

RM 235

May

RM 251

June

RM 255

July

RM 292

August

RM 292

September

RM 251

October

RM 268

November

RM 305

December

RM 313

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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 26 June 2026.

Nippon Rent-A-Car

9 locations
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Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.7

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.7

Times

7 locations
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.5

Europcar

6 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.7

Nissan Rent-A-Car

4 locations
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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
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Jo Cars Rental

1 location
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RELYON Car Station

1 location
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National

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Kyoto, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 June 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kyoto?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 225/day when booking a car hire in Kyoto. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 186/day from Budget, booked on Jun. 20.

  • 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 1,674 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 7,175. You can find car rental deals for RM 239 a day on average.

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