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Cheap Car Rentals in Kyoto from RM 240

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 10/4 and drop-off date of 14/4. 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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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 21 March 2026.
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There are 24 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 240 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Kyoto:

Economy

Economy

RM 282+

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Compact

Compact

RM 294+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 376+

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People carrier

People carrier

RM 759+

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Mini

Mini

RM 240+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 355+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 459+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 954+

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Compare car rental deals in Kyoto by type

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

Here are the best Kyoto van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Perodua AxiaRM 240/day
2
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A/C
Perodua Axia
Found 03/19/26
Proton PersonaRM 282/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Found 03/19/26
Honda CivicRM 323/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Found 03/19/26

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 427. Data was last updated on 21 March 2026.
Perodua AxiaRM 240/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Found 03/19/26
Proton PersonaRM 282/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Found 03/19/26
Honda CivicRM 323/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Found 03/19/26

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 220/day on average when booked 76 days ahead, which saves you 211% off the average price.

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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). ORIX Rent a Car (rated 9.4/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Toyota Rent a Car
Toyota Rent a Car
10.0
ORIX Rent a Car
ORIX Rent a Car
9.4
Nippon Rent-A-Car
Nippon Rent-A-Car
8.4
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.8

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

Planning to hire a car in Kyoto? September is the cheapest month, costing about RM 240 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 318. 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 271

February

RM 259

March

RM 252

April

RM 279

May

RM 283

June

RM 271

July

RM 318

August

RM 307

September

RM 240

October

RM 271

November

RM 287

December

RM 303

What car do most people hire in Kyoto?

Standard cars (Class Standard Van or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Kyoto. Passenger van cars (Toyota Alphard or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Nissan Kicks 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.

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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 21 March 2026.

Toyota Rent a Car

21 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.3

ORIX Rent a Car

6 locations
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Cleanliness

9.8

Comfort

9.8

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.4

Nippon Rent-A-Car

9 locations
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Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.4

Times

7 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

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

Hertz

7.5
Good
2 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

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

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Kyoto, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 March 2026.

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

    ORIX Rent a Car is one of the most popular car hire companies in Kyoto, offering car hire for around RM 1,857 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 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 265. Usually a Mini 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 Mini for April, it will cost approximately RM 0 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Kyoto

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Kyoto. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Kyoto. Deals were last updated on 21 March 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Kyoto. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 61+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 82+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 61+

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