Car hire in Akita, Japan

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There are 10 car hire providers in Akita. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Akita

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Akita. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Akita

NIPPON Rent A Car
Nissan Rent a Car
Times
Orix
Alamo
JR Rent-A-Car East

What's the most popular car to hire in Akita?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Nissan Micra is the most popular car to hire in Akita, with prices starting from $76 per day. The Skoda Scala and similar models are also popular drives in Akita.
Nissan Micra
Nissan Micra30% chose this
Skoda Scala
Skoda Scala14% chose this
Honda Civic
Honda Civic10% chose this
Fiat Panda
Fiat Panda7% chose this
Most popular carNissan Micra
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Akita's cheapest car hire providers

Times has the cheapest car hire in Akita right now, with prices from $76 per day. You'll save an average of $18 per day when you book with them.
Timesfrom $76 per day
Orixfrom $77 per day
Nissan Rent a Carfrom $77 per day
Toyota Rent A Carfrom $129 per day
Cheapest providerTimes
Book with them to save around$18 per day

Hiring a car in Akita: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyNIPPON Rent A Car
Most popular carPeople Carrier, fullsize passenger van
Average daily price$285
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Akita

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Akita car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Akita that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Akita for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Akita avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Akita, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Akita car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Akita is $285 per day or $1,995 for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is $76 per day for Small hire from Orix. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: $120 per day.
Cheapest price found: $76 per day.
SUV
Average price: $185 per day.
Cheapest price found: $112 per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: $366 per day.
Cheapest price found: $275 per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Akita is Small, economy. The most popular is People Carrier, fullsize passenger van.
The cheapest car hire companies in Akita are currently Times and Alamo.
On average, around $1,995. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Akita is $529.
If you're looking for freedom to explore Akita, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Akita that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 168 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Akita offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Akita, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Akita is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Akita is usually around $213 per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Akita, which is $285 per day. The cheapest price we found in Akita is $76 per day with Orix for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Akita will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Akita. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Akita.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is $76 per day. The average price per day is around $120.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like NIPPON Rent A Car, Nissan Rent a Car and Times offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Akita, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
NIPPON Rent A Car
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $129
Nissan Rent a Car
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $169
Times
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $187
Yes. Most car hire companies in Akita let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around $0 per day. The good news is that some companies, like Orix and Times, include it at no extra cost.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Akita.