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Cheap Car Rentals in Tokyo from $42

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Tokyo with a pick-up date of 1/21 and drop-off date of 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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Tokyo car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Tokyo. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on December 18, 2024.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of gas per gallon

$4.24

Average price per day

$72

Cheapest price per day

$42

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Tokyo 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 December 18, 2024.

January

$59

February

$58

March

$58

April

$59

May

$58

June

$55

July

$56

August

$61

September

$56

October

$61

November

$59

December

$63

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Tokyo is June. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Tokyo

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Tokyo to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on December 18, 2024.

Small cars

$61 - $70

All Car Types

$74 - $95

To rent a small car in Tokyo, Japan, you would pay an average price of $65/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Tokyo, Japan (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~$70/day). In fact, March is about 7% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Tokyo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tokyo, renting a small car saves you 25% 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 Tokyo small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Tokyo, Japan, you would pay an average price of $90/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Tokyo, Japan (~$77/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$111/day). In fact, April is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Tokyo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tokyo, renting a medium car is 5% 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 Tokyo medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Tokyo, Japan, you would pay an average price of $129/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Tokyo, Japan (~$114/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~$145/day). In fact, November is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Tokyo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tokyo, renting a large car is 34% 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 Tokyo large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Tokyo, Japan, you would pay an average price of $74/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Tokyo, Japan (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$99/day). In fact, April is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Tokyo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tokyo, renting a SUV saves you 13% 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 rent a van in Tokyo, Japan, you would pay an average price of $113/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a van in Tokyo, Japan (~$102/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~$129/day). In fact, November is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Tokyo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tokyo, renting a van is 25% 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 Tokyo van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Tokyo, Japan, you would pay an average price of $147/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Tokyo, Japan (~$106/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$173/day). In fact, November is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Tokyo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tokyo, renting a luxury 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.

Ford Fiesta$42/day
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Nissan Sentra$44/day
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Mini Hatch$53/day
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Top rental agencies in Tokyo

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Tokyo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Tokyo. Reviews were last updated on December 18, 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Tokyo, such as Toyota Rent a Car, ORIX Rent a Car and Europcar. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Toyota Rent a Car

67 locations

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

National

16 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

Hertz

9.3
Wonderful
1 review17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Nissan Rent-A-Car

9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews84 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

8.9

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.9

Times

31 locations

Best Tokyo car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Tokyo. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Tokyo with an average daily rate of $69. Data was last updated on December 18, 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Tokyo. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Ford Fiesta$42/day
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Ford Fiesta
Nissan Sentra$44/day
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Mazda Mazda3$53/day
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Mazda Mazda3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Tokyo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on December 18, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Tokyo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $72/day when booking a rental car in Tokyo. The best deal a user found was for $49/day from Avis, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Tokyo?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Tokyo from the following companies over the past two weeks: Avis ($42/day), Times ($44/day), and Budget ($54/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Tokyo?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (10.0 rating), ORIX Rent a Car (10.0 rating) and Hertz (9.3 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Tokyo.

  • What are gas prices like in Tokyo?

    The average gas price in Tokyo is $4.24/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $50 and $73 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    From Avis you can rent a car in Tokyo from about $390 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Tokyo for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting the vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 35% on your car rental. For a below average price in Tokyo, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, you can rent 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?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Tokyo can be found for about $1,671, with the average price for a rental being around $56 a day. Book with Avis, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 34% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Tokyo.

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

    $84 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in Tokyo, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when traveling to Tokyo, then opt for a Economy rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of January, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as $73/day.

  • What car do most people rent in Tokyo?

    The most popular car chosen by those traveling to Tokyo is Economy (Honda Fit) based on our Cheapflights data.

Car rentals by fuel type in Tokyo

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Tokyo. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Tokyo. Deals were last updated on December 18, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Tokyo. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($53+).

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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