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Cheapflights insights for Kota Kinabalu car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Kota Kinabalu, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Kota Kinabalu?
To get the best deal on car hire in Kota Kinabalu, book about 85 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 447,910, which is about 1,353,917% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Kota Kinabalu?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Kota Kinabalu is KK Rent A Car (rated 10.0/10). Avis (rated 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
KK Rent A Car
10.0
Avis
8.0
Agtran
8.0
Europcar
8.0
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu is February, when you can expect to pay Rp 497,678/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu is January (Rp 580,624/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
Rp 580,624
February
Rp 497,678
March
Rp 547,445
April
Rp 547,445
May
Rp 580,624
June
Rp 564,035
July
Rp 547,445
August
Rp 547,445
September
Rp 530,856
October
Rp 547,445
November
Rp 547,445
December
Rp 547,445
Which car hire company has the most locations in Kota Kinabalu?
KK Rent A Car has 31 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Green Matrix has the second-highest number of locations in Kota Kinabalu at 3.
Top rental agencies in Kota Kinabalu
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Kota Kinabalu known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Kota Kinabalu. Reviews were last updated on 15 October 2025.
KK Rent A Car
31 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Avis
1 location
Agtran
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.0
Value
8.0
Europcar
3 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
9.0
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.0
Value
8.6
keddy by Europcar
3 locations
Sixt
2 locations
Pacific
1 location
Prima Odyssey
1 location
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Kota Kinabalu, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 October 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week from keddy by Europcar?
Hiring a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week can be a great option for travel. keddy by Europcar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around Rp 3,198,076/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Kota Kinabalu?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Kota Kinabalu for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Kota Kinabalu for a weekend?
It costs Rp 0 for a weekend car hire in Kota Kinabalu, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Kota Kinabalu in November, prices are Rp 0 per day on average.