Car hire in Kampala, Uganda

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When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Kampala?

Our data shows that November is the cheapest month to rent a car in Kampala. It’s around R 2,075 per day in November, compared to the yearly average of R 2,075 per day.
Cheapest month avgNovember • R 2,075
Yearly avg priceR 2,075

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There are 1 car hire providers in Kampala. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Kampala

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Kampala. 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 Kampala

Green Motion

Kampala's cheapest car hire providers

Green Motion has the cheapest car hire in Kampala right now, with prices from R 1 276 per day. You'll save an average of per day when you book with them.
Green Motionfrom R 1 276 per day
Cheapest providerGreen Motion

Hiring a car in Kampala: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyGreen Motion
Most popular carLuxury, premium SUV
Average daily priceR 3,349
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Kampala

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 Kampala car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Kampala 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 Kampala for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Kampala 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 Kampala, 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 Kampala car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Kampala is R 3,349 per day or R 23,441 for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is R 1,276 per day for Large hire from Green Motion. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
SUV
Average price: R 2,127 per day.
Cheapest price found: R 1,595 per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: R 3,349 per day.
Cheapest price found: R 2,711 per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Kampala is Large, fullsize. The most popular is Luxury, premium SUV.
The cheapest car hire company in Kampala is currently Green Motion.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kampala is currently November.
On average, around R 23,441. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Kampala is R 8,930.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Kampala for a whole month is R 46,683. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Kampala, 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 Kampala 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 48 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 Kampala offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Kampala, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Kampala 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.