Cheap Car Hire in Kenya from R861
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 10/7 and drop-off date of 16/7. 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.
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 5 July 2025.
Most popular company | GREEN MOTION |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Premium |
Average price per day | R890 |
Cheapest price per day | R861 |
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 5 July 2025.
There are 15 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 R861 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Kenya:
Economy
R866+
Compact
R861+
Full-size
R1 449+
SUV
R1 780+
Full-size SUV
R4 334+
Premium SUV
R2 068+
Compact estate car
R945+
Intermediate estate car
R957+
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 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:
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 688. Data was last updated on 5 July 2025.
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.
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 R808/day on average when booked 49 days ahead, which saves you 1 012% off the average price.
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 R586,44/day found in the past two weeks. GREEN MOTION is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R604,88/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 083/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kenya is November (R1 634/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 218
February
R1 482
March
R1 083
April
R1 183
May
R1 201
June
R1 189
July
R1 411
August
R1 195
September
R1 119
October
R1 341
November
R1 634
December
R1 259
What car do most people hire in Kenya?
Compact cars (Toyota Corolla Wagon, for example) are the most popular in Kenya. Economy (Class Economy Car) 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.
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 5 July 2025.
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.
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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 5 July 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 R670/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from GREEN MOTION is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R605/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Kenya?
At R702/day, the cheapest car hire price in Kenya was found in Nairobi. On average, Nairobi has the cheapest daily rental car price (R877/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.