Tokyo

Cheap Car Hire in Tokyo from R783

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 Tokyo with a pick-up date of 10/10 and drop-off date of 17/10. 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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Tokyo car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Tokyo. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 September 2025.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

R20,07

Average price per day

R974

Cheapest price per day

R783

Popular car types in Tokyo

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Tokyo and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 12 September 2025.

There are 41 hire agencies servicing Tokyo. These agencies, altogether, have 510 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Tokyo with prices from R783 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Tokyo:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

R1 030+

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 247+

Standard

Standard

R1 512+

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 266+

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

R1 219+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 283+

Compare car hire deals in Tokyo by type

Here are the best Tokyo small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Tokyo medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen PoloR783/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Datsun GoR871/day
2
M
A/C
Datsun Go
Nissan AlmeraR1 030/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera

Best car hire deals found in Tokyo

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Tokyo. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Tokyo with an average daily rate of R1 287. Data was last updated on 12 September 2025.
Volkswagen PoloR783/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Datsun GoR871/day
2
M
A/C
Datsun Go
Nissan AlmeraR1 030/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera

Cheapflights insights for Tokyo car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Tokyo, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Tokyo?

For the best savings on car hire in Tokyo, make your reservation 76 days before pickup. The average price then is just R942/day – about 1 470% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Tokyo?

In Tokyo, the most affordable car hire company right now is IX Rental, offering prices from just R320,88/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Crq-carrent, with rates starting at R338,33/day.

What is the best car rental company in Tokyo?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Tokyo is National (rated 10.0/10). Toyota Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Tokyo, the best time to hire a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just R995. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging R1 117 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Tokyo, the best time to hire a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just R995. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging R1 117 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

R1 082

February

R1 047

March

R1 029

April

R1 099

May

R1 047

June

R995

July

R1 029

August

R1 012

September

R995

October

R1 064

November

R1 047

December

R1 117

Which car hire company has the most locations in Tokyo?

Nippon Rent-A-Car has 104 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Nissan Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Tokyo at 82.

Top rental agencies in Tokyo

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Tokyo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Tokyo. Reviews were last updated on 12 September 2025.

National

16 locations

Toyota Rent a Car

67 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

ORIX Rent a Car

10,0
Wonderful
1 review25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Europcar

16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Hertz

9,5
Wonderful
1 review17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,5

Comfort

9,5

Overall

9,5

Pick-up/drop-off

9,5

Value

9,5

Nissan Rent-A-Car

9,2
Wonderful
5 reviews82 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,4

Comfort

8,9

Overall

9,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,9

Value

8,9

Alamo

7,2
Good
3 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

8,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tokyo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 September 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Tokyo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R974/day when booking a car hire in Tokyo. The absolute best deal a user found was for R760/day from Avis, booked on Sep. 7.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Tokyo for a week from Avis?

    Avis is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Tokyo. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R6 820 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Tokyo?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Tokyo check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Tokyo for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Avis can potentially be 22% below the average car hire price in Tokyo. Check prices and availability for Avis and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Tokyo is on average R29 230 a month or R974 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Tokyo car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Tokyo for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Tokyo, you can expect the average price to be around R0. Usually a Economy hire in Tokyo is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Economy for October, it will cost approximately R0 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Tokyo

Browse car hires by fuel type in Tokyo. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Tokyo. Deals were last updated on 12 September 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Tokyo. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R19+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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