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Cheap Car Hire in Kailua-Kona from $49

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 Kailua-Kona with a pick-up date of 20/6 and drop-off date of 27/6. 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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Kailua-Kona car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Kailua-Kona. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 June 2025.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

$1.44

Average price per day

$94

Cheapest price per day

$49

Cheapest time to hire a car in Kailua-Kona

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Kailua-Kona 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 9 June 2025.

January

$93

February

$103

March

$84

April

$86

May

$75

June

$86

July

$101

August

$87

September

$72

October

$75

November

$72

December

$117

Popular car types in Kailua-Kona

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Kailua-Kona and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 9 June 2025.

At $49/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Kailua-Kona in the past week. Out of 14 car hire agencies operating in Kailua-Kona, there are, in total, 21 hire locations. View below for 7 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for hire in Kailua-Kona

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Kailua-Kona to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 June 2025.

Small cars

$65 - $122

All Car Types

$80 - $126

To hire a small car in Kailua-Kona, the United States, you would pay an average price of $85/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kailua-Kona, the United States (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$122/day). In fact, September is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Kailua-Kona. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kailua-Kona, hiring a small car saves you 16% 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 Kailua-Kona small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Kailua-Kona, the United States, you would pay an average price of $94/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Kailua-Kona, the United States (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$112/day). In fact, March is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Kailua-Kona. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kailua-Kona, hiring a medium car saves you 7% 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 Kailua-Kona medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Kailua-Kona, the United States, you would pay an average price of $124/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Kailua-Kona, the United States (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$164/day). In fact, March is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Kailua-Kona. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kailua-Kona, hiring a large car is 19% 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 Kailua-Kona large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Kailua-Kona, the United States, you would pay an average price of $101/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Kailua-Kona, the United States (~$64/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$140/day). In fact, November is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Kailua-Kona. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kailua-Kona, hiring a SUV is 1% 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 Kailua-Kona SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Kailua-Kona, the United States, you would pay an average price of $132/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Kailua-Kona, the United States (~$93/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$328/day). In fact, September is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Kailua-Kona. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kailua-Kona, hiring a van is 25% 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 Kailua-Kona van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Kailua-Kona, the United States, you would pay an average price of $113/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Kailua-Kona, the United States (~$87/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$152/day). In fact, March is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Kailua-Kona. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kailua-Kona, hiring a convertible is 12% 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 Kailua-Kona convertible hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Rio$58/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Audi A1$79/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1

Top hire agencies in Kailua-Kona

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Kailua-Kona known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Kailua-Kona. Reviews were last updated on 9 June 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Kailua-Kona, including Dollar, Hertz and Budget. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Dollar

6.4
Okay
146 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.2

Hertz

7.2
Good
62 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.1

Budget

7.2
Good
58 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.8

Thrifty

6.5
Okay
49 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.4

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
28 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

National

8.6
Very Good
25 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
25 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.9

Sixt

7.6
Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.3

Best car hire deals found in Kailua-Kona

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Kailua-Kona. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Kailua-Kona with an average daily rate of $72. Data was last updated on 9 June 2025.
Peruse the best Kailua-Kona car hire deals we've found. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Hyundai Elantra$49/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra
Toyota Corolla$51/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Fortuner$51/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Fortuner

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kailua-Kona, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kailua-Kona?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $94/day when booking a car hire in Kailua-Kona. The absolute best deal a user found was for $66/day from Hertz, booked on Jun. 1.

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

    Thrifty offers hire cars in Kailua-Kona for about $505 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Kailua-Kona?

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Kailua-Kona for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 15% on a month-long rental by booking with Hertz. Hertz is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Kailua-Kona can cost you on average $2,166 a month or $72 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Kailua-Kona for a weekend?

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Kailua-Kona. To save money, consider booking a Standard car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in July, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $66 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Kailua-Kona

Browse car hires by fuel type in Kailua-Kona. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Kailua-Kona. Deals were last updated on 9 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kailua-Kona. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($41+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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