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Cheap Car Rentals in Niigata from $212

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 Niigata with a pick-up date of 11/5 and drop-off date of 15/5. 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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Popular car types in Niigata

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Niigata and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 8 February 2026.
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small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Niigata this past week from 48 hire locations out of 14 hire agencies. Prices for a Niigata small car hire start from $212/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

$212+

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Compact

Compact

$212+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

$283+

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People mover

People mover

$365+

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Mini

Mini

$217+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

$286+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

$288+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

$373+

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Best car rental deals found in Niigata

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Niigata. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Niigata with an average daily rate of $284. Data was last updated on 8 February 2026.
Audi A1$212/day
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Toyota Corolla$212/day
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Toyota Yaris$217/day
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Cheapflights insights for Niigata car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Niigata, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Niigata?

For the best savings on car rentals in Niigata, make your reservation 55 days before pickup. The average price then is just $75/day – about 3% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Niigata?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Niigata is JR Rent-A-Car East (rated 0.0/10). National (rated 0.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Niigata?

Planning to hire a car in Niigata? September is the cheapest month, costing about $93 per day. In contrast, February is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $138. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$135

February

$138

March

$116

April

$130

May

$130

June

$111

July

$105

August

$115

September

$93

October

$130

November

$106

December

$131

What car do most people hire in Niigata?

Passenger van cars (Class Standard Van, for example) are the most popular in Niigata. Mini (Nissan Dayz) and SUV (Toyota Raize) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Niigata.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Niigata?

Both ORIX Rent a Car and Toyota Rent a Car have 9 locations in Niigata, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Niigata

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Niigata known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Niigata. Reviews were last updated on 8 February 2026.

JR Rent-A-Car East

1 location
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National

2 locations
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Times

4 locations
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Toyota Rent a Car

9 locations
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Hertz

2 locations
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Nissan Rent-A-Car

3 locations
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Sunnycars

2 locations
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Alamo

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Niigata, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 February 2026.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Niigata for a month is certainly possible.

Car rentals by fuel type in Niigata

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Niigata. Deals were last updated on 8 February 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Niigata. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

$135+

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