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Cheap Car Hire in Tokyo from R835

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 4/6 and drop-off date of 8/6. 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.
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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 11 April 2025.

January

R1 222

February

R1 164

March

R1 144

April

R1 164

May

R1 125

June

R1 105

July

R1 144

August

R1 202

September

R1 105

October

R1 183

November

R1 164

December

R1 261

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 11 April 2025.

There are 34 hire agencies servicing Tokyo. These agencies, altogether, have 487 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Tokyo with prices from R835 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Tokyo:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

R1 596+

Standard

Standard

R1 578+

People carrier

People carrier

R2 698+

Mini

Mini

R1 133+

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 731+

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

R1 330+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 854+

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 11 April 2025.

Small cars

R858 - R1 404

All Car Types

R858 - R1 956

To hire a small car in Tokyo, Japan, you would pay an average price of R972/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Tokyo, Japan (~R858/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R1 404/day). In fact, August is about 12% 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 25% 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 441/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Tokyo, Japan (~R1 105/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R2 278/day). In fact, November is about 24% 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 11% 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 large car in Tokyo, Japan, you would pay an average price of R1 502/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Tokyo, Japan (~R2 139/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R4 130/day). In fact, November is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Tokyo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tokyo, renting a large car is 14% 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 van in Tokyo, Japan, you would pay an average price of R1 265/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Tokyo, Japan (~R1 420/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R3 569/day). In fact, March is about 12% 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 3% 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.

Hyundai i20R835/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Suzuki SwiftR1 133/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Volkswagen Polo VivoR1 324/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 11 April 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

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 reviews82 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,4

Comfort

8,9

Overall

9,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,9

Value

8,9

Alamo

7,2
Good
3 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

8,0

Times

31 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

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 387. Data was last updated on 11 April 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.
Hyundai i20R835/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Suzuki SwiftR1 133/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Volkswagen Polo VivoR1 324/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 11 April 2025.
  • 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: Europcar (R835/day), Avis (R1 133/day), and Alamo (R1 324/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 R21,74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R978 and R1 412 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Yesaway is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Tokyo. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R14 979 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 36%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 76 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 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 May, it will cost approximately R1 654 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Tokyo?

    The most popular car to hire while in Tokyo is the Mazda Mazda2, which is a Economy vehicle.

Small car hires in Tokyo

Find small car hire deals in Tokyo from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Tokyo cost an average of R1 389 per day. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.
Renault KwidR1 133/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Suzuki SwiftR1 139/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Kia PicantoR1 139/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

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 11 April 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 (R53+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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