What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu 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 3 April 2025.
January
AED 132
February
AED 113
March
AED 121
April
AED 117
May
AED 128
June
AED 135
July
AED 128
August
AED 135
September
AED 117
October
AED 128
November
AED 124
December
AED 128
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. 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.
Top rental agencies in Kota Kinabalu
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Kota Kinabalu known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Kota Kinabalu. Reviews were last updated on 3 April 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Kota Kinabalu area such as KK Rent A Car, Europcar and Agtran. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Kota Kinabalu, including KK Rent A Car, Europcar and Agtran.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Kota Kinabalu, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 April 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Kota Kinabalu?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, KK Rent A Car (10.0 rating), Agtran (8.0 rating) and Europcar (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Kota Kinabalu.
What are petrol prices like in Kota Kinabalu?
The average price of petrol in Kota Kinabalu is AED 1.66/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 74 and AED 107 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week from KK Rent A Car?
Hiring a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week can be a great option for travel. KK Rent A Car, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around AED 2,539/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Kota Kinabalu for the best price?
Generally, for a better deal in Kota Kinabalu it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 53%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 55 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.
Can I rent a car for a month in Kota Kinabalu?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Kota Kinabalu however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
What car do most people hire in Kota Kinabalu?
Perodua Axia, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Kota Kinabalu according to Cheapflights users.