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Cheap Car Hire in Kentucky from $81

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 Kentucky with a pick-up date of 20/12 and drop-off date of 22/12. 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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Kentucky car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Kentucky. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Supplier choice

Average price per day

$61

Cheapest price per day

$81

Kentucky car hire prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Kentucky, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 67 pickup locations in Kentucky to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Price

$56 - $68

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Kentucky 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 21 November 2024.

January

$62

February

$72

March

$89

April

$95

May

$104

June

$107

July

$119

August

$89

September

$84

October

$99

November

$84

December

$72

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kentucky 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 Kentucky

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Kentucky and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

There are, in total, 16,640 car hire locations in Kentucky that are operated by 328 companies. In the past week, medium car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $81/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Kentucky hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Kentucky

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Kentucky to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Small cars

$65 - $316

All Car Types

$55 - $316

To hire a small car in Kentucky, you would pay an average price of $110/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kentucky (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$316/day). In fact, March is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Kentucky. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kentucky, hiring a small car saves you 15% 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 Kentucky small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Kentucky, you would pay an average price of $92/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Kentucky (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$215/day). In fact, November is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Kentucky. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kentucky, hiring a medium car saves you 28% 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 Kentucky medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Kentucky, you would pay an average price of $89/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Kentucky (~$95/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$316/day). In fact, February is about 6% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Kentucky. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kentucky, hiring a van saves you 32% 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.

Kia Picanto$97/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Rio$100/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Kia Rio$116/day
4
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A/C
Kia Rio

Top hire agencies in Kentucky

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Kentucky known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Kentucky. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Kentucky, including locations near Louisville, Lexington and Owensboro. Helpful information on each car hire agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.

Alamo

7.9
Good
36 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
45 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.1

Hertz

6.3
Okay
80 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Budget

6.3
Okay
93 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.6

Dollar

6.2
Okay
41 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.5

Avis

5.5
Fair
35 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.7

National

8.1
Very Good
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Thrifty

7.1
Good
8 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

7.0

Best Kentucky car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Kentucky. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Kentucky with an average daily rate of $125. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
We've found these great deals on car hires in Kentucky, including options within the Louisville, Lexington and Owensboro area. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the hire, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Kia Forte$81/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Forte
Kia Picanto$97/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Rio$100/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kentucky, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kentucky?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $56/day when booking a car hire in Kentucky. The absolute best deal a user found was for $47/day from Thrifty, booked on Nov. 17.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Kentucky?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Kentucky from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($81/day), Budget ($100/day), and Avis ($105/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Carl's (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Kentucky.

  • What are petrol prices like in Kentucky?

    The average price of petrol in Kentucky is $1.39/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $62 and $90 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kentucky for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty offers hire cars in Kentucky for about $391 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 46% in Kentucky - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Kentucky.

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

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Kentucky is $1,678 ($56/day) on average.

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Luxury car hires in Kentucky

Find luxury car hire deals in Kentucky from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Kentucky cost an average of $248 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've detected on luxury car hires in Kentucky, including options near Louisville, Lexington and Owensboro. If you're not finding what you're looking for, come back soon as new deals are always being added.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$156/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$187/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$215/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Van hires in Kentucky

Find van hire deals in Kentucky from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Kentucky cost an average of $184 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
To help you find the right van hire during your time in Kentucky, we've assembled these deals, with options in the Louisville, Lexington and Owensboro area. If these deals aren't exactly what you're looking for, not to worry, as new offers are constantly being added.
Toyota HiAce$184/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Kentucky

Browse car hires by fuel type in Kentucky. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Kentucky. Deals were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kentucky. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($67+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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