Cheapflights insights for Kota Kinabalu Airport car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Kota Kinabalu Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
To get the best deal on a rental car at Kota Kinabalu Airport, book about 84 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $48, which is about 20% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car hire company at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company at Kota Kinabalu Airport is KK Rent A Car (rated 10.0/10). Europcar (rated 8.8/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
Planning to hire a car at Kota Kinabalu Airport? November is the cheapest month, costing about $55 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $77. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$69
February
$69
March
$72
April
$65
May
$67
June
$70
July
$70
August
$77
September
$64
October
$59
November
$55
December
$64
What car do most people hire at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
Economy cars (Honda City or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Kota Kinabalu Airport. Compact cars (Perodua Bezza or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Perodua Axia or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
At Kota Kinabalu Airport, Green Matrix, Mayflower, and Sixt have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Kota Kinabalu Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Kota Kinabalu Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Kota Kinabalu Airport. Reviews were last updated on 14 July 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kota Kinabalu Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 July 2025.
Which car hire providers are at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
There are 4 car rental providers located at Kota Kinabalu Airport. The following companies can be found near the Kota Kinabalu Airport car rental counter:KK Rent A Car (10.0)Europcar (8.8)Agtran (8.0)Suria Car Rental (7.3)
How much does it cost to hire a car at Kota Kinabalu Airport for a week from KK Rent A Car?
KK Rent A Car offers hire cars at Kota Kinabalu Airport for about $325 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month at Kota Kinabalu Airport?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month at Kota Kinabalu Airport check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
Car rentals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu Airport
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu Airport. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Kota Kinabalu Airport. Deals were last updated on 14 July 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu Airport. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($20+).
Hybrid
$97+
Petrol/Diesel
$20+