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Cheap Car Hire in Kenya from R1 146
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 29/8 and drop-off date of 1/9. 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 2025
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 17 August 2025.
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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 17 August 2025.
There are 16 hire agencies servicing Kenya. These agencies, altogether, have 68 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Kenya with prices from R1 146 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Kenya:
Economy
R1 289+
Compact
R1 146+
Intermediate
R1 808+
Full-size
R1 420+
SUV
R2 825+
Full-size SUV
R4 740+
Mini
R1 410+
Premium SUV
R5 298+
Compare car hire deals in Kenya by type
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 large 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:
Volkswagen PoloR1 146/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i10R1 289/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai AtosR1 410/day
2
M
A/C
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 437. Data was last updated on 17 August 2025.
Volkswagen PoloR1 146/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i10R1 289/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai AtosR1 410/day
2
M
A/C
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 49 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R820/day on average when booked 49 days ahead, which saves you 1 069% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Kenya?
Right Cars is currently the cheapest car hire company in Kenya with deals as low as R478,47/day found in the past two weeks. GREEN MOTION is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R649,86/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Kenya?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Kenya is March, when you can expect to pay R1 096/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kenya is November (R1 570/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
R1 219
February
R1 494
March
R1 096
April
R1 189
May
R1 201
June
R1 219
July
R1 137
August
R1 125
September
R1 113
October
R1 189
November
R1 570
December
R1 242
What car do most people hire in Kenya?
Compact cars (Class Compact Wagon, for example) are the most popular in Kenya. Standard (Class Standard Truck) and SUV (Toyota Land Cruiser) 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.
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 17 August 2025.
Avis
1 review•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
10,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
8,0
GREEN MOTION
6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,0
Comfort
7,0
Overall
7,0
Pick-up/drop-off
6,0
Value
7,0
Hertz
6 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6,8
Comfort
7,1
Overall
6,2
Pick-up/drop-off
6,0
Value
5,7
Autounion Car Rental
10 locations
DISCOUNT.QUEBEC
7 locations
Sunnycars
6 locations
Unicorn Rent A Car
6 locations
Ace
4 locations
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kenya, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 August 2025.
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 Right Cars, and with prices around R491/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Right Cars is COMPACT, which starts as low as R478/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Kenya?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Kenya.