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 10 October 2026.
Most popular company | Autounion Car Rental |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Mini |
Average price per day | R1 354 |
Cheapest price per day | R603 |
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 82 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R678/day on average when booked 82 days ahead, which saves you 951% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Kenya?
GREEN MOTION is currently the cheapest car hire company in Kenya with deals as low as R31,50/day found in the past two weeks. Autounion Car Rental is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R31,74/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 R887/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kenya is July (R1 316/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
R953
February
R969
March
R892
April
R887
May
R980
June
R1 118
July
R1 316
August
R1 261
September
R1 058
October
R1 025
November
R1 206
December
R1 107
What car do most people hire in Kenya?
SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV, for example) are the most popular in Kenya. Mini (Class Mini Car) and Compact (Toyota Corolla) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Kenya.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Kenya?
Both Avis and Ace have 4 locations in Kenya, more than any other car hire company in the area.
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 28 pickup locations in Kenya to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 October 2026.
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 10 October 2026.
Avis
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Avis Locations in Kenya
Hertz
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Hertz Locations in Kenya
Ace
Ace Locations in Kenya
Unicorn Rent A Car
Unicorn Rent A Car Locations in Kenya
U-Save
U-Save Locations in Kenya
Express Travel Group Limited
Express Travel Group Limited Locations in Kenya
Budget
Budget Locations in Kenya
Xdrive Mobility
Xdrive Mobility Locations in Kenya
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kenya, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 October 2026.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Kenya?
At R492/day, the cheapest car hire price in Kenya was found in Mombasa. On average, Nairobi has the cheapest daily rental car price (R1 514/day), which is 3% 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.