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Cheap Car Hire in Tokyo from R731

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 16/1 and drop-off date of 23/1. 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 19 December 2024.

January

R1 069

February

R1 050

March

R1 050

April

R1 069

May

R1 050

June

R996

July

R1 014

August

R1 105

September

R1 014

October

R1 105

November

R1 069

December

R1 141

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 19 December 2024.

There are 29 hire agencies servicing Tokyo. These agencies, altogether, have 484 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Tokyo with prices from R746 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 227+

People carrier

People carrier

R2 043+

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 489+

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

R1 156+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R1 250+

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 19 December 2024.

Small cars

R800 - R1 424

All Car Types

R800 - R1 873

To hire a small car in Tokyo, Japan, you would pay an average price of R950/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Tokyo, Japan (~R800/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 424/day). In fact, August is about 16% 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 19% 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 268/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Tokyo, Japan (~R1 303/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 040/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 8% 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 R942/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Tokyo, Japan (~R1 303/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R2 379/day). In fact, March is about 38% 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 20% 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 PoloR746/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR807/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen Polo VivoR926/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 19 December 2024.
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 086. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
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 PoloR746/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR807/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen Polo VivoR926/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 19 December 2024.
  • 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 (R746/day), Times (R807/day), and Nissan Rent-A-Car (R926/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 R20,30/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R913 and R1 319 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 R18 680 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 35%). 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 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 January, it will cost approximately R3 361 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 R881 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Chevrolet SparkR731/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Renault KwidR739/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Kia PicantoR1 023/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 19 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Tokyo. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R51+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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