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Cheap Car Hire in Kenya from R1 048

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 Kenya with a pick-up date of 19/4 and drop-off date of 26/4. 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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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 8 April 2026.

Most popular company

GREEN MOTION

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R980

Cheapest price per day

R1 048
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Popular car types in Kenya

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Kenya and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 8 April 2026.
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There are 18 hire agencies servicing Kenya. These agencies, altogether, have 75 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Kenya with prices from R1 048 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Kenya:

Compact

Compact

R1 048+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 762+

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People carrier

People carrier

R1 656+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 345+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R3 707+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R2 385+

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Commercial

Commercial

R1 616+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 656+

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Here are the best Kenya small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Kenya medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Kenya SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda JazzR1 048/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Found 04/07/26
Suzuki CiazR1 635/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Found 04/07/26
Kia PegasR1 762/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Pegas
Found 04/07/26

Best car hire deals found in Kenya

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Kenya. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Kenya with an average daily rate of R2 485. Data was last updated on 8 April 2026.
Honda JazzR1 048/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Found 04/07/26
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter CargoR1 616/day
5
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Cargo
Found 04/07/26
Kia PegasR1 635/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Pegas
Found 04/07/26

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 R730/day on average when booked 51 days ahead, which saves you 986% 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 R983/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kenya is June (R1 309/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

R983

February

R1 146

March

R1 011

April

R1 112

May

R1 163

June

R1 309

July

R1 118

August

R1 095

September

R1 084

October

R1 253

November

R1 241

December

R1 084

What car do most people hire in Kenya?

Economy cars (Suzuki Alto, for example) are the most popular in Kenya. SUV (Nissan X-Trail) and Intermediate (Class Intermediate 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.

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 8 April 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 8 April 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 8 April 2026.

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

    At R592/day, the cheapest car hire price in Kenya was found in Mombasa. On average, Mombasa has the cheapest daily rental car price (R769/day), which is 20% 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.

Car hires by fuel type in Kenya

Browse car hires by fuel type in Kenya. Deals were last updated on 8 April 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kenya. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R40+

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