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Cheap Car Hire in Kenya from R468

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 17/3 and drop-off date of 16/4. 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 10 February 2026.

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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 10 February 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 R468 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Kenya:

Compact

Compact

R564+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R897+

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Full-size

Full-size

R485+

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SUV

SUV

R1 143+

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People carrier

People carrier

R1 110+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 729+

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Mini

Mini

R468+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R2 335+

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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:

Hyundai AtosR468/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos
Found 02/10/26
Citroen C3 AircrossR564/day
4
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Found 02/10/26
Suzuki Swift DzireR594/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift Dzire
Found 02/10/26

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 R1 229. Data was last updated on 10 February 2026.
Hyundai AtosR468/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos
Found 02/10/26
Ford RangerR485/day
5
2
M
A/C
Ford Ranger
Found 02/10/26
Suzuki Swift DzireR564/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift Dzire
Found 02/10/26

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 R681/day on average when booked 51 days ahead, which saves you 901% 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 R941/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kenya is February (R1 308/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

R941

February

R1 308

March

R947

April

R1 011

May

R1 069

June

R1 245

July

R1 053

August

R1 021

September

R1 027

October

R1 175

November

R1 181

December

R1 027

What car do most people hire in Kenya?

SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV, for example) are the most popular in Kenya. Passenger van (Class Compact Van) and Mini (Suzuki Alto) 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 10 February 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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Overview

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 10 February 2026.

  • 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 10 February 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

R34+

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