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Kenya car hires in 2026

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 30 January 2026.

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Cheapflights insights for Kenya car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Kenya, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Kenya?

Book your car hire in Kenya 51 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R677/day on average when booked 51 days ahead, which saves you 890% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Kenya?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Kenya is January, when you can expect to pay R928/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kenya is February (R1 301/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R928

February

R1 301

March

R934

April

R1 007

May

R1 070

June

R1 206

July

R1 075

August

R1 012

September

R1 012

October

R1 154

November

R1 175

December

R1 017

What car do most people hire in Kenya?

SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV, for example) are the most popular in Kenya. Economy (Class Economy Car) and Intermediate (Class Compact Car) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Kenya.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Kenya?

Autounion Car Rental has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. DISCOUNT.QUEBEC has the second-highest number of locations in Kenya at 7.

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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 30 January 2026.

Avis

10,0
Wonderful
1 review•4 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

8,0

GREEN MOTION

6 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

7,0

Hertz

6,2
Okay
6 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

5,7

Ace

4 locations
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Unicorn Rent A Car

6 locations
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Express Travel Group Limited

2 locations
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Budget

4 locations
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Final Rentals

4 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kenya, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 January 2026.

  • 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 R574/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Autounion Car Rental is MINI, which starts as low as R574/day.

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

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

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