Kingston car rentals from $32/day

On average a rental car in Kingston costs $51 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Kingston found in the last 2 weeks is $38.

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Kingston. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

Car rental companies onsite at Norman Manley airport include Island Car Rentals, U-Save, ACO Rent A Car, Ace, Payless, Global Rent A Car, NU Car, Classique Car Rentals, Budget and Avis.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Norman Manley airport to off-airport locations include Island Car Rentals, Ace, NU Car, Budget, Avis, National, Alamo, Firefly, Hertz, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

A Medium car rental in Kingston costs $86 per day, on average.

A Small car rental in Kingston costs $38 per day, on average.

In Kingston, cars are most frequently rented at U-Save Kingston Street 1 (5 miles from city center).

Most car rental providers in Kingston offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Kingston, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 35 car rental agencies in Kingston.

Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Kingston so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

If you want to soak up some of the famous Jamaican sunshine, it can be convenient to choose a convertible for your rental. If you primarily plan on staying in the city center of Kingston, you can always opt for an economy rental instead, as a smaller model will make it easy to find parking and to navigate through narrow streets. For longer road trips or to have room to store beach equipment, consider renting an SUV or a van.

The only toll road in Kingston is the one that connects it to Montego Bay. If you intend to use it, note that some Kingston car rentals have pre-existing toll arrangements with those that operate the road, while others pass down the costs to their clients. This being the case, you should inquire about your rental car’s toll status from your agency.

When driving on freeways, the speed limit is generally 68 mph. For open roads, you can expect the speed limit to be around 50 mph. When you are driving in the city of Kingston, most roads will have a speed limit that is around 30 mph. Keep in mind that if you go over the speed limit in a school zone, you will receive a higher fine than you would in a residential or business zone.

It tends to rain a lot in Kingston as well as in other parts of Jamaica. As a result, the roads tend to fill with dangerous potholes. Given that locals are aware of the roads to use, it’s not a good sign if it’s raining and you’re the only one driving on your selected roadway. In case you find yourself in this situation, it’s in your best interest to reconsider your route.

Much of the parking that is offered in Kingston is free street parking, which is offered on a first come first serve basis. There are also a few free lots that are centrally located in the downtown area, including the NLJ Car Park, Jacks Plaza Parking Lot, and WIHCON Parking Lot. Many stores and attractions, including museums, have their own parking lots, which customers and guests are allowed to park in for free while visiting the respective establishment. You will also find free and secure parking lots or structures at most restaurants and hotels, so you can rest assured that wherever you go in the city, you will have somewhere to place your car.