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Cheap Car Hire in Kansas City from $78

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 Kansas City with a pick-up date of 18/1 and drop-off date of 20/1. 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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Kansas City car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Kansas City. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

$1.43

Average price per day

$93

Cheapest price per day

$78

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Kansas City?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Kansas City 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 19 December 2024.

January

$74

February

$79

March

$92

April

$96

May

$98

June

$104

July

$111

August

$92

September

$93

October

$96

November

$93

December

$80

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kansas City is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 Kansas City

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Kansas City and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

At $78/day, SUV is the cheapest car type available for hire in Kansas City in the past week. Out of 11 car hire agencies operating in Kansas City, there are, in total, 27 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for hire in Kansas City

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Kansas City to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Small cars

$50 - $164

All Car Types

$90 - $164

To hire a small car in Kansas City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $93/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kansas City, the United States (~$50/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$164/day). In fact, November is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Kansas City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kansas City, hiring a small car saves you 20% 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 Kansas City small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Kansas City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $103/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Kansas City, the United States (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$180/day). In fact, December is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Kansas City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kansas City, hiring a medium car saves you 12% 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 Kansas City medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Kansas City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $135/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Kansas City, the United States (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$235/day). In fact, April is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Kansas City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kansas City, hiring a large car is 14% 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 Kansas City large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Kansas City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $120/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Kansas City, the United States (~$87/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$197/day). In fact, December is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Kansas City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kansas City, hiring a SUV is 3% 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 Kansas City SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Kansas City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $82/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Kansas City, the United States (~$115/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$220/day). In fact, October is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Kansas City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kansas City, hiring a luxury car saves you 30% 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 Kansas City luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$124/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota Auris$157/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Auris

Top hire agencies in Kansas City

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Kansas City known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Kansas City. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Kansas City, including Alamo, Dollar and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
31 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Dollar

7.4
Good
37 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.0

Avis

7.1
Good
63 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.1

Hertz

5.9
Fair
72 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

5.9

National

7.9
Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0
Good
19 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.0

Budget

6.7
Okay
23 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.5

Payless

5.9
Fair
25 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Best Kansas City car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Kansas City. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Kansas City with an average daily rate of $134. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on car hires in Kansas City. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Toyota C-HR$78/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota C-HR
Toyota Corolla$94/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Subaru Legacy$97/day
5
M
A/C
Subaru Legacy

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kansas City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kansas City?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $93/day when booking a car hire in Kansas City. The absolute best deal a user found was for $55/day from Dollar, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Kansas City?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Kansas City from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($78/day), Thrifty ($97/day), and Budget ($112/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Kansas City?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (7.9 rating) and Dollar (7.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Kansas City.

  • What are petrol prices like in Kansas City?

    The average price of petrol in Kansas City is $1.43/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $64 and $93 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kansas City for a week from Dollar?

    Hiring a car in Kansas City for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $650/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Kansas City for the best price?

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

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Kansas City?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Kansas City it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    You can potentially save up to 40% on a month-long rental by booking with Dollar. Dollar is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Kansas City can cost you on average $2,785 a month or $93 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Kansas City for a weekend?

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Kansas City. To save money, consider booking a Compact SUV car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Kansas City?

    Toyota RAV4, which is a Standard vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Kansas City according to Cheapflights users.

Luxury car hires in Kansas City

Find luxury car hire deals in Kansas City from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Kansas City cost an average of $207 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Reserve a luxury car hire in Kansas City by selecting one of these great deals available. If these car hire deals don't suit your needs, make sure to check back soon as we're constantly finding new offers for our users.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$207/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$208/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in Kansas City

Browse car hires by fuel type in Kansas City. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Kansas City. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kansas City. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($57+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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