Kenya

Cheap Car Hire in Kenya from R1 685

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Kenya with a pick-up date of 1/6 and drop-off date of 3/6. 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.
Nairobi, Kenya
May 9 — May 16
Driver's age: 26-65
Nairobi, Kenya
Thu 9/5
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Thu 16/5
Noon

Kenya car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Kenya. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 May 2024.

Most common car type

Economy

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Kenya?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Kenya and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 2 May 2024.

January

R1 176

February

R1 288

March

R1 307

April

R1 120

May

R1 027

June

R1 307

July

R1 214

August

R1 344

September

R1 195

October

R1 363

November

R1 139

December

R1 344

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kenya is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is October. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Kenya

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Kenya and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 2 May 2024.

There are 14 hire agencies servicing Kenya. These agencies, altogether, have 64 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Kenya with prices from R1 685 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 2 car types you can hire in Kenya:

Economy

Economy

R1 685+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R5 706+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R5 378+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R2 691+

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

R7 567+

Compare available car types for rental in Kenya

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Kenya to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 May 2024.

Small cars

R986 - R1 743

All Car Types

R1 349 - R4 985

To hire a small car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R1 208/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kenya (~R986/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 743/day). In fact, February is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a small car saves you 46% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Kenya small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R1 686/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Kenya (~R1 403/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R2 489/day). In fact, December is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a medium car saves you 24% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R3 793/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Kenya (~R1 981/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R23 768/day). In fact, October is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a large car is 42% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R2 321/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Kenya (~R1 537/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R4 844/day). In fact, November is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a SUV is 6% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Kenya SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R1 187/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Kenya (~R1 638/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R3 718/day). In fact, March is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a van saves you 47% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Volkswagen PoloR1 685/day
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Top rental agencies in Kenya

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Kenya known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Kenya. Reviews were last updated on 2 May 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hiring agencies located in Kenya, including those serving the greater Nairobi, Mombasa and Malindi area. Helpful information on each car hire agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.

Autounion Car Rental

10 locations

DISCOUNT.QUEBEC

7 locations

Unicorn Rent A Car

6 locations

GREEN MOTION

5 locations

Sunnycars

5 locations

Ace

4 locations

Avis

4 locations

Budget

4 locations

Best Kenya car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Kenya. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Kenya with an average daily rate of R4 256. Data was last updated on 2 May 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the Kenya region, including options close to Nairobi, Mombasa and Malindi. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Volkswagen PoloR1 685/day
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Volkswagen Polo
BMW X3R5 378/day
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BMW X3
Nissan X-TrailR5 706/day
5
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Nissan X-Trail

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kenya, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 May 2024.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Kenya?

    When hiring a car in Kenya, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is GREEN MOTION , and with prices around R1 173/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from GREEN MOTION is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R687/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Kenya?

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in Kenya.

Car hires by fuel type in Kenya

Browse car hires by fuel type in Kenya. Deals were last updated on 2 May 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kenya. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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