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Cheap Car Hire in Tokyo from R780

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 Tokyo with a pick-up date of 24/3 and drop-off date of 31/3. 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.
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Tokyo car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Tokyo. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of petrol per litre

R21,07

Average price per day

R796

Cheapest price per day

R780

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Tokyo 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 17 January 2025.

January

R1 109

February

R1 090

March

R1 090

April

R1 090

May

R1 090

June

R1 034

July

R1 072

August

R1 147

September

R1 053

October

R1 147

November

R1 109

December

R1 222

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Tokyo is June. 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 Tokyo

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Tokyo and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

There are 30 hire agencies servicing Tokyo. These agencies, altogether, have 485 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Tokyo with prices from R780 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Tokyo:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

R1 575+

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 519+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R1 271+

Compare available car types for rental in Tokyo

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Tokyo to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Small cars

R831 - R1 361

All Car Types

R831 - R1 944

To hire a small car in Tokyo, Japan, you would pay an average price of R955/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Tokyo, Japan (~R831/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R1 361/day). In fact, August is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Tokyo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tokyo, renting a small car saves you 21% 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 Tokyo small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Tokyo, Japan, you would pay an average price of R1 316/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Tokyo, Japan (~R1 353/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 118/day). In fact, March is about 2% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Tokyo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tokyo, renting a medium car is 10% 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 Tokyo medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Tokyo, Japan, you would pay an average price of R981/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Tokyo, Japan (~R1 353/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R2 470/day). In fact, March is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Tokyo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tokyo, renting a van 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.

Volkswagen PoloR780/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR820/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen Polo VivoR924/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Top rental agencies in Tokyo

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Tokyo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Tokyo. Reviews were last updated on 17 January 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Tokyo, including Toyota Rent a Car, ORIX Rent a Car and Europcar. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Toyota Rent a Car

67 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

10,0
Wonderful
1 review25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Europcar

16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

National

16 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Hertz

9,3
Wonderful
1 review17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,3

Overall

9,3

Pick-up/drop-off

9,3

Value

9,3

Nissan Rent-A-Car

9,2
Wonderful
5 reviews84 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,4

Comfort

8,9

Overall

9,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,9

Value

8,9

Times

31 locations

Best Tokyo car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Tokyo. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Tokyo with an average daily rate of R1 048. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Tokyo. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Volkswagen PoloR780/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR820/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen Polo VivoR924/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tokyo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Tokyo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R796/day when booking a car hire in Tokyo. The absolute best deal a user found was for R748/day from Europcar, booked on Jan. 12.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Tokyo?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Tokyo from the following companies over the past two weeks: Nissan Rent-A-Car (R780/day), Times (R820/day), and Alamo (R1 519/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Tokyo?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (10,0 rating), ORIX Rent a Car (10,0 rating) and Hertz (9,3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Tokyo.

  • What are petrol prices like in Tokyo?

    The average price of petrol in Tokyo is R21,07/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R948 and R1 369 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Tokyo for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Tokyo. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R5 574 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Tokyo for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Tokyo it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 31%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Tokyo?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Tokyo check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Tokyo for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Europcar can potentially be 5% below the average car hire price in Tokyo. Check prices and availability for Europcar and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Tokyo is on average R23 890 a month or R796 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Tokyo car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Tokyo for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Tokyo, you can expect the average price to be around R0. Usually a Economy hire in Tokyo 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 Economy for February, it will cost approximately R782 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Tokyo?

    The most popular car to hire while in Tokyo is the Toyota Sienta, which is a Full-size vehicle.

Car hires by fuel type in Tokyo

Browse car hires by fuel type in Tokyo. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Tokyo. Deals were last updated on 17 January 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Tokyo. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R49+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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