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Cheap Car Hire in Kenya from R822

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Kenya with a pick-up date of 29/4 and drop-off date of 6/5. 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.
Nairobi, Kenya
May 1 — May 8
Driver's age: 26-65
Nairobi, Kenya
Wed 1/5
Noon
Wed 8/5
Noon

Kenya car hires in 2024

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 24 April 2024.

Most popular company

Autounion Car Rental

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

R1 513

Cheapest price per day

R822

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Kenya?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Kenya and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

January

R1 188

February

R1 322

March

R1 341

April

R1 149

May

R1 015

June

R1 360

July

R1 283

August

R1 379

September

R1 226

October

R1 437

November

R1 168

December

R1 379

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kenya is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is October. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 24 April 2024.

There are 14 hire agencies servicing Kenya. These agencies, altogether, have 64 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? large car is the cheapest car type to hire in Kenya with prices from R822 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Kenya:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

R1 590+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R3 002+

Mini

Mini

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R3 388+

Compare available car types for rental in Kenya

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Kenya to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

Small cars

R1 012 - R1 788

All Car Types

R1 384 - R5 114

To hire a small car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R1 240/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kenya (~R1 012/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 788/day). In fact, February is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a small car saves you 46% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Kenya small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R1 729/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Kenya (~R1 439/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R2 554/day). In fact, December is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a medium car saves you 24% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R3 891/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Kenya (~R2 032/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R24 384/day). In fact, October is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a large car is 42% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Kenya large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R2 382/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Kenya (~R1 577/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R4 969/day). In fact, November is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a SUV is 6% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a van in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R1 218/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Kenya (~R1 680/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R3 814/day). In fact, March is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a van saves you 47% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Volkswagen PoloR837/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Ford FiestaR845/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

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 24 April 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hiring agencies located in Kenya, including those serving the greater Nairobi, Mombasa and Malindi area. Helpful information on each car hire agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.

Autounion Car Rental

10 locations

DISCOUNT.QUEBEC

7 locations

Unicorn Rent A Car

6 locations

GREEN MOTION

5 locations

Sunnycars

5 locations

Ace

4 locations

Avis

4 locations

Budget

4 locations

Best Kenya car hire deals found

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 524. Data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the Kenya region, including options close to Nairobi, Mombasa and Malindi. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
BMW 3 SeriesR822/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
Ford FiestaR837/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Volkswagen Polo VivoR845/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kenya, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2024.
  • 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 Autounion Car Rental, and with prices around R995/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Autounion Car Rental is MINI, which starts as low as R948/day.

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

    At R838/day, the cheapest car hire price in Kenya was found in Nairobi. On average, Nairobi has the cheapest daily rental car price (R1 644/day), which is 0% 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 24 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kenya. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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