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Cheap Car Hire in Kenya from R769

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 30/12 and drop-off date of 5/1. 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 31 October 2025.

Most common car type

Standard
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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 31 October 2025.
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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 R769 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Kenya:

Economy

Economy

R769+

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Compact

Compact

R837+

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Standard

Standard

R1 033+

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People carrier

People carrier

R3 397+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 953+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 942+

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Compact estate car

Compact estate car

R837+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 458+

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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 i20R769/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Found 10/29/25
Audi A3R837/day
4
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Found 10/29/25

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 549. Data was last updated on 31 October 2025.
Hyundai i20R769/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Found 10/29/25
Audi A3R837/day
4
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Found 10/29/25
Honda JazzR849/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Found 10/29/25

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 R822/day on average when booked 51 days ahead, which saves you 1 063% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Kenya?

Autounion Car Rental is currently the cheapest car hire company in Kenya with deals as low as R570,86/day found in the past two weeks. Europcar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R841,89/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Kenya is October, when you can expect to pay R1 063/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kenya is November (R1 466/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 201

February

R1 431

March

R1 201

April

R1 172

May

R1 178

June

R1 236

July

R1 109

August

R1 115

September

R1 115

October

R1 063

November

R1 466

December

R1 322

What car do most people hire in Kenya?

SUV cars (Class Compact SUV, for example) are the most popular in Kenya. Economy (Suzuki Alto) and Mini (Class Mini 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.

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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 31 October 2025.

Avis

10,0
Wonderful
1 review•4 locations
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GREEN MOTION

6 locations
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Hertz

6,2
Okay
6 reviews•4 locations
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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 31 October 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 GREEN MOTION , and with prices around R1 509/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from GREEN MOTION is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R1 360/day.

  • 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 31 October 2025.
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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

R45+

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