Kuching car rentals from $39/day

On average a rental car in Kuching costs $57 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 Kuching found in the last 2 weeks is $45.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Hertz ($39/day) and Avis ($39/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Hertz Gl20, Ground Floor. 93722 (4 miles from city center).

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

The average gas price in Kuching is $1.63 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $20 and $26, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Proton Exora or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Kuching.

Car rental companies onsite at Kuching airport include Avis and Hertz.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Kuching airport to off-airport locations include Avis, and Hertz.

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

An Intermediate car rental in Kuching costs $62 per day, on average.

An Economy car rental in Kuching costs $49 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Kuching costs $39 per day, on average.

In Kuching, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz Gl20, Ground Floor. (4 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in Kuching costs $397 per week ($57 per day).

On average a rental car in Kuching costs $1,699 per month ($57 per day).

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

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 13 car rental agencies in Kuching.

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 Kuching so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Driving a large, full-sized car on the road in Kuching is easy, since most roads are in good condition and wide enough for big cars. When choosing a large car from your car-rental agency, you can request their expertise in helping you choose the best type of car for the city. If you’re planning to drive car rentals in Kuching over long distances, think about the vehicle's fuel consumption as a primary factor. Additionally, choose a spacious vehicle to fit all your luggage, so that you enjoy a comfortable journey.

The speed limit when driving Kuching car rentals on freeways is 110 km/h (68 mph). However, this speed will be reduced to between 80 km/h (50 mph) and 90 km/h (56 mph) on tricky stretches of the expressway. The maximum speed you can drive on federal roads is 90 km/h (56 mph). When approaching school zones, residential areas, and hospitals, be prepared to slow down to 20 km/h (12 mph). You don’t have to worry about speed limits on unfamiliar roads because the signs will be installed in different locations on the roads. But you always need to obey traffic-speed laws, because speeding can cost you hefty fines. The city has street cameras to monitor drivers' speed and protect pedestrians and other drivers.

The best place to park a rental car is in downtown Kuching. This area is recommended because of its safety, its proximity to notable streets, and because it’s easy to get on the road whenever you need to drive. Parking-lot charges vary depending on your hours of parking. So, consider the rates before parking to maintain your travel budget. Avoid parking in prohibited areas—like in front of road signs—to avoid paying fines, and remember that finding a parking spot in the city can be challenging. If you park in Hilton Kuching’s parking lot, a covered parking garage that’s open 24/7, you’ll pay around RM5 ($1.10) every 24 hours.