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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 15 May 2026.

Most popular company

GREEN MOTION

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R1 049

Cheapest price per day

R608
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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 R707/day on average when booked 51 days ahead, which saves you 992% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Kenya?

Europcar is currently the cheapest car hire company in Kenya with deals as low as R1 021,17/day found in the past two weeks. Autounion Car Rental is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R1 717,12/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Kenya is April, when you can expect to pay R882/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kenya is June (R1 243/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

R959

February

R991

March

R898

April

R882

May

R1 167

June

R1 243

July

R1 063

August

R1 068

September

R1 145

October

R1 030

November

R1 211

December

R1 096

What car do most people hire in Kenya?

Economy cars (Class Economy Car, for example) are the most popular in Kenya. SUV (Toyota RAV4) and Passenger van (Class Compact Van) 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.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Kenya, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 34 pickup locations in Kenya to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 May 2026.
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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 15 May 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

6,0
Okay
5 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

6,0

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 15 May 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 Europcar, and with prices around R1 100/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Europcar is COMPACT, which starts as low as R1 021/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Kenya?

    At R803/day, the cheapest car hire price in Kenya was found in Nairobi. On average, Mombasa has the cheapest daily rental car price (R1 010/day), which is 7% 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.

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