Cheap Car Hire in Kenya from R986
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 Kenya with a pick-up date of 23/3 and drop-off date of 27/3. 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.
Kenya car hires in 2025
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 6 March 2025.
Most popular company | Autounion Car Rental |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R1 173 |
Cheapest price per day | R986 |
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 6 March 2025.
January
R1 324
February
R1 379
March
R1 269
April
R1 122
May
R1 287
June
R1 177
July
R1 416
August
R1 343
September
R1 103
October
R1 398
November
R1 251
December
R1 545
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kenya is September. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 6 March 2025.
There are 15 hire agencies servicing Kenya. These agencies, altogether, have 65 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Kenya with prices from R986 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Kenya:
Economy
R986+
Compact
R1 404+
Intermediate
R1 656+
Standard
R1 597+
Full-size
R1 243+
SUV
R1 811+
People carrier
R1 880+
Mini
R1 037+
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 6 March 2025.
Small cars | R904 - R1 641 | |
|---|---|---|
All Car Types | R1 082 - R2 488 |
To hire a small car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R1 158/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kenya (~R904/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 641/day). In fact, June is about 22% 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 34% 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 439/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Kenya (~R879/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R2 278/day). In fact, April is about 39% 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 18% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R2 335/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Kenya (~R2 374/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R5 045/day). In fact, February is about 1% 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 26% 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 large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R2 736/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Kenya (~R1 565/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R4 033/day). In fact, September is about 43% 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 37% 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:
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 6 March 2025.
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
DISCOUNT.QUEBEC
Unicorn Rent A Car
GREEN MOTION
Sunnycars
Ace
Avis
Budget
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 R1 494. Data was last updated on 6 March 2025.
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.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kenya, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 March 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Kenya?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10,0 rating), GREEN MOTION (7,0 rating) and Hertz (6,2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Kenya.
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 Autounion Car Rental, and with prices around R1 293/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Autounion Car Rental is MINI, which starts as low as R746/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Kenya?
At R782/day, the cheapest car hire price in Kenya was found in Nairobi. On average, Nairobi has the cheapest daily rental car price (R1 173/day), which is 0% below average price for cities in Kenya.
What side of the road do you drive on in Kenya?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Kenya.