Kyoto

Cheap Car Rentals in Kyoto from RM 286

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 27/9 and drop-off date of 30/9. 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 15 September 2025.

There are 19 hire agencies servicing Kyoto. These agencies, altogether, have 81 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Kyoto with prices from RM 286 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Kyoto:

Economy

Economy

RM 286+

Compact

Compact

RM 330+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 579+

Mini

Mini

RM 268+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 402+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 434+

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 SUV 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:

Hyundai MatrixRM 286/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Matrix
Proton PersonaRM 330/day
4
M
A/C
Proton Persona

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 473. Data was last updated on 15 September 2025.
Hyundai MatrixRM 286/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Matrix
Proton PersonaRM 330/day
4
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Nissan AlmeraRM 355/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera

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 78 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 227/day on average when booked 78 days ahead, which saves you 224% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Kyoto?

Looking to hire a car in Kyoto? Nippon Rent-A-Car had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 225.38/day. Nissan Rent-A-Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 234.00/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). ORIX Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10) 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? November is the cheapest month, costing about RM 248 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 349. 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 269

February

RM 294

March

RM 298

April

RM 319

May

RM 311

June

RM 282

July

RM 349

August

RM 332

September

RM 256

October

RM 273

November

RM 248

December

RM 286

What car do most people hire in Kyoto?

Passenger van cars (Honda Stepwgn or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Kyoto. Intermediate cars (Honda Stepwgn or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Honda Fit 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.

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 15 September 2025.

Toyota Rent a Car

21 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

5 locations

Nippon Rent-A-Car

9 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

Europcar

6 locations

Hertz

7.5
Good
2 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Times

7 locations

Alamo

6.0
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

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 15 September 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kyoto for a week from Nissan Rent-A-Car?

    Nissan Rent-A-Car is one of the most popular car hire companies in Kyoto, offering car hire for around RM 4,354 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 0. 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 October, 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 15 September 2025.

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 64+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 78+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 64+

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