Cheap car hire in Malaysia

Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rental in Malaysia

Compare car hire on price, ease of pick-up, a fair fuel policy and more

Find Malaysia car rental deals you can amend or cancel if your plans change

Malaysia car hire at a glance

Most popular provider	ASIA CAR
Most popular car	Premium/Luxury, 4-5 doors
Pick-up points	41, Kuala Lumpur is most popular
Cheapest price found	HK$156 per day, Kuala Lumpur
Cheapest month to rent	June
Best time to book	1 week before

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Cities in Malaysia

Take a look at the different cities in Malaysia you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less travelled.

Airports in Malaysia

If you’re flying to Malaysia it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Car hire at Langkawi Airport

From

HK$98

per day

Car hire at Kuala Lumpur International Airport

From

HK$156

per day

Car hire at Penang Airport

From

HK$157

per day

Car hire at Senai International Airport

From

HK$160

per day

Car hire at Kuching Airport

From

HK$219

per day

Car hire at Miri Airport

From

HK$221

per day

Car hire at Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport

From

HK$229

per day

Car hire at Kota Kinabalu Airport

From

HK$235

per day

Car hire at Sandakan Airport

From

HK$620

per day

Car hire at Langkawi Airport

From

HK$98

per day

Car hire at Kuala Lumpur International Airport

From

HK$156

per day

Car hire at Penang Airport

From

HK$157

per day

Car hire at Senai International Airport

From

HK$160

per day

Car hire at Kuching Airport

From

HK$219

per day

Car hire at Miri Airport

From

HK$221

per day

Car hire at Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport

From

HK$229

per day

Car hire at Kota Kinabalu Airport

From

HK$235

per day

Car hire at Sandakan Airport

From

HK$620

per day

Find the best car rental deal in Malaysia

Economy cars in Kuala Lumpur

Mini cars in Kuala Lumpur

Compact cars in Kuala Lumpur

Intermediate cars in Kuala Lumpur

Fullsize cars in Kuala Lumpur

Premium cars in Kuala Lumpur

Compact cars in Johor Bahru

Fullsize cars in Johor Bahru

Intermediate cars in Johor Bahru

Premium cars in Johor Bahru

Economy cars in Johor Bahru

Mini cars in Johor Bahru

Compact cars in George Town

Intermediate cars in George Town

Fullsize cars in George Town

Premium cars in George Town

Economy cars in George Town

Mini cars in George Town

Compact cars in Kota Kinabalu

Economy cars in Kota Kinabalu

Mini cars in Kota Kinabalu

Intermediate cars in Kota Kinabalu

Premium cars in Kota Kinabalu

Fullsize cars in Kota Kinabalu

Economy cars in Langkawi

Compact cars in Langkawi

Mini cars in Langkawi

Intermediate cars in Langkawi

Find the cheapest time to hire a car in Malaysia

The cheapest month to rent a car in Malaysia is August, when the average cost per day is HK$150. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is June, when the average cost per day is HK$227. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Malaysia is June.

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What are the best car hire companies in Malaysia?

Car hire in Malaysia: FAQs

Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in Malaysia?

You will need insurance to rent a car in Malaysia, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

What age do you need to be to hire a car in Malaysia?

To rent a car with most companies in Malaysia you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.

What is the best car rental company in Malaysia?

Our travellers best rated car hire company in Malaysia is Keddy By Europcar. You can rent a car with them for HK$451 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Keddy By Europcar, you can dig deeper here.

What documents do I need to hire a car in Malaysia?

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Malaysia depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Malaysia, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Malaysia?

It depends on where in Malaysia you visit. The most popular places to rent a car are Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Kota Kinabalu.

In Kuala Lumpur, it costs around HK$305 per day or HK$1,727 per week.

In Johor Bahru, it costs around HK$159 per day or HK$1,139 per week.

In Kota Kinabalu, it costs around HK$360 per day or HK$1,876 per week.

How do I hire a car in Malaysia?

It’s easy to hire a car in Malaysia. First, you need to decide where in Malaysia you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

Can I rent a car in Malaysia long term?

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Malaysia?

You may need a credit card to rent a car in Malaysia. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

Is it expensive to hire a car in Malaysia?

It depends where in Malaysia you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Kuala Lumpur. On average, it costs HK$305 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is HK$156 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Malaysia

Here are some tips to help you bag the best prices, and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by 'seats', 'transmission' and even choose only to see 'electric' or 'hybrid' vehicles. You can also filter by 'car type', so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Malaysia is Fullsize, Passenger van .

Compare across companies

The most popular companies in Malaysia are ASIA CAR, Paradise and Hertz. The cheapest company we've found is Pic A Place. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 1 week before. The cheapest prices we've found are HK$156 a day and HK$152 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Malaysia you're going to visit? There’s lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Malaysia. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Kuala Lumpur.

Hire a car long term in Malaysia

Looking to hire a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in Malaysia with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.