Car Hire Jamaica

Q: What is the cheapest car hire company in Jamaica ?

Sixt is the cheapest car hire company in Jamaica offering a (economy) class car such as the Toyota Yaris for as little as €393.30 per week.

Jamaica Car Rental Mini Guide

There's no better way to explore all this wonderful island has to offer than from the comfort of your own rental car. No matter where on the island you arrive or want to visit, getting around is easy with low traffic and quiet roads when out of the towns and cities. Some of the worlds biggest car rental brands have a presence in Jamaica, including Alamo, Europcar, National and Budget. Island Car Rentals are also a very popular local supplier.

Most people collect car hire in Jamaica from;

Is it safe to rent a car in Jamaica?

It is safe to drive in Jamaica and renting a car for your trip is a great way to get around and see all the island has to offer. As when travelling to any foreign country, it's wise to check local road laws before you travel and to avoid certain areas, particularly at night.

Is it worth renting a car in Jamaica?

Renting a car in Jamaica is very worthwhile, you can see so much of this wonderful island with independent transport like a rental car, whether you hire for a day or a week, it's a great option.

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

Car rental in Jamaica starts from around $40 per day for an economy / compact class car.

Cheapest car hire in Jamaica

Toyota Yaris

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 56.19 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 393.39 EUR from 22/08/2022

1 |

Automatic |

Yes

Nissan March

4 Adults, 5 Doors

From 64.90 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 454.34 EUR from 22/08/2022

1 |

Manual |

Yes

Nissan March

4 Adults, 5 Doors

From 64.90 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 454.34 EUR from 22/08/2022

1 |

Manual |

Yes

Nissan March

4 Adults, 5 Doors

From 64.90 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 454.34 EUR from 22/08/2022

1 |

Manual |

Yes

Nissan March

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 67.75 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 474.29 EUR from 22/08/2022

1 |

Automatic |

Yes

Nissan March

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 67.75 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 474.29 EUR from 22/08/2022

1 |

Automatic |

Yes

Nissan March

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 67.75 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 474.29 EUR from 22/08/2022

1 |

Automatic |

Yes

Chevrolet Spark

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 80.20 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 561.43 EUR from 22/08/2022

1 |

Automatic |

Yes

Chevrolet Spark

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 80.20 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 561.43 EUR from 22/08/2022

1 |

Automatic |

Yes

Hyundai Accent

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 56.99 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 398.98 EUR from 22/08/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 57.03 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 399.22 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 57.03 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 399.22 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 57.03 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 399.22 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Nissan Tiida

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 58.16 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 407.13 EUR from 22/08/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Nissan Tiida

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 58.16 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 407.13 EUR from 22/08/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Nissan Tiida

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 58.16 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 407.13 EUR from 22/08/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 64.29 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 450.07 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Nissan Tiida

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 64.31 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 450.21 EUR from 22/08/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Suzuki Swift

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 51.38 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 359.70 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Suzuki Swift

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 51.38 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 359.70 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Suzuki Swift

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 51.38 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 359.70 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Suzuki Swift

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 60.96 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 426.77 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Suzuki Swift

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 60.96 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 426.77 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Suzuki Swift

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 60.96 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 426.77 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Nissan Sentra

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 62.19 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 435.39 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Vitz

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 62.21 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 435.51 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 62.23 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 435.65 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Voxy

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 110.61 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 774.28 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Voxy

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 110.61 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 774.28 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Voxy

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 110.61 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 774.28 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Noah

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 137.19 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 960.39 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Noah

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 137.19 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 960.39 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Noah

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 137.19 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 960.39 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Noah

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 137.19 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 960.39 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Mitsubishi Pajero

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 141.53 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 990.77 EUR from 22/08/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Mitsubishi Pajero

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 141.53 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 990.77 EUR from 22/08/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Hyundai Creta

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 86.77 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 607.42 EUR from 22/08/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Hyundai Creta

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 86.77 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 607.42 EUR from 22/08/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Hyundai Creta

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 86.77 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 607.42 EUR from 22/08/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Hyundai Creta

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 100.29 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 702.07 EUR from 22/08/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Hyundai Creta

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 100.29 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 702.07 EUR from 22/08/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Hyundai Creta

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 100.29 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 702.07 EUR from 22/08/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 102.47 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 717.29 EUR from 22/08/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 102.47 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 717.29 EUR from 22/08/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 102.47 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 717.29 EUR from 22/08/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Voxy

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 110.61 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 774.28 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Voxy

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 110.61 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 774.28 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Voxy

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 110.61 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 774.28 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Noah

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 137.19 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 960.39 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Noah

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 137.19 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 960.39 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Noah

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 137.19 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 960.39 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Noah

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 137.19 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 960.39 EUR from 22/08/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Wish

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 155.54 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 1088.79 EUR from 22/08/2022

1 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Wish

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 155.54 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 1088.79 EUR from 22/08/2022

1 |

Automatic |

Yes

Top tips when hiring a car in Jamaica

Drive on the left-hand side of the road in Jamaica
There are toll roads in Jamaica, so keep some cash on your or you can pay by credit / debit card
Fuel is more expensive in Jamaica than in the USA, expect to pay around $40 to fill the tank of a small rental car
The Toyota Yaris is the most rented car in Jamaica thanks to its cheap daily rate
Island are the highest rated car hire agent in Jamaica with a score of 8.6/10

Popular car hire destinations in Jamaica

Laws and rules of the road when driving in Jamaica

L

Road Driving Side
50kph

Urban speed Limit
80kph

Rural Speed Limit
110kph

Motorway Speed Limit
JMD 239.52/Ltr

Current Petrol Price
35mg

Drink Drive Limit
JMD

Currency
YES

Tolls
21

Min Rental Age

18

Min Driving Age
Front and Rear

Seatbelts
Fixed and Mobile

Speed Cameras
Hands Free Only

Mobile Phones

Compare car rental agents in Jamaica

Rental Agent

Locations

Rating (/10)

Customer Reviews

Mini (€/day)

Compact (€/day)

Intermediate (€/day)

Standard (€/day)

Island

7.7/10

€

€ 57.03

€ 86.77

€ 94.35

Car rental agent statistics in Jamaica

7.7/10

Highest rated agent:
ISLAND

7.7/10

Lowest rated agent:
ISLAND

27

Total number of reviews in
Jamaica

4

Most Locations in Jamaica:
ALAMO

10

Average wait time
(Min.)

11

Total rental companies

Average prices per day for car hire in Jamaica

Item	Percent
January	€ 66
February	€ 63
March	€ 65
April	€ 99
May	€ 64
June	€ 63
July	€ 70
August	€ 71
September	€ 66
October	€ 66
November	€ 60
December	€ 71

Item	Percent
January	€ 69
February	€ 64
March	€ 66
April	€ 64
May	€ 57
June	€ 61
July	€ 70
August	€ 69
September	€ 58
October	€ 57
November	€ 54
December	€ 70

Item	Percent
January	€ 110
February	€ 104
March	€ 116
April	€ 208
May	€ 115
June	€ 126
July	€ 124
August	€ 133
September	€ 97
October	€ 96
November	€ 99
December	€ 107

Item	Percent
January	€ 103
February	€ 97
March	€ 100
April	€ 147
May	€ 96
June	€ 97
July	€ 112
August	€ 109
September	€ 93
October	€ 97
November	€ 87
December	€ 102

Item	Percent
January	€ 58
February	€ 51
March	€ 55
April	€ 52
May	€ 55
June	€ 51
July	€ 62
August	€ 63
September	€ 63
October	€ 56
November	€ 47
December	€ 59

Item	Percent
January	€ 164
February	€ 158
March	€ 161
April	€ 154
May	€ 152
June	€ 154
July	€ 163
August	€ 165
September	€ 160
October	€ 159
November	€ 149
December	€ 170

Item	Percent
January	€ 123
February	€ 118
March	€ 124
April	€ 119
May	€ 120
June	€ 129
July	€ 136
August	€ 141
September	€ 78
October	€ 77
November	€ 104
December	€ 123

Item	Percent

*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices.

Fuel prices in Jamaica

	Diesel	Unleaded
Jun , 2022	€ 1.55	€ 1.57
May , 2022	€ 1.56	€ 1.50
Apr , 2022	€ 1.40	€ 1.38
Mar , 2022	€ 1.36	€ 1.36
Feb , 2022	€ 1.28	€ 1.28
Jan , 2022	€ 1.16	€ 1.20
Dec , 2021	€ 1.08	€ 1.15
Nov , 2021	€ 1.09	€ 1.12
Oct , 2021	€ 1.06	€ 1.09
Sep , 2021	€ 1.01	€ 1.08
Aug , 2021	€ 0.94	€ 1.06
Jul , 2021	€ 0.94	€ 1.05

Month, Year	Diesel €/ltr	Unleaded €/ltr
Jun , 2022	1.55	1.57
May , 2022	1.56	1.50
Apr , 2022	1.40	1.38
Mar , 2022	1.36	1.36
Feb , 2022	1.28	1.28
Jan , 2022	1.16	1.20
Dec , 2021	1.08	1.15
Nov , 2021	1.09	1.12
Oct , 2021	1.06	1.09
Sep , 2021	1.01	1.08
Aug , 2021	0.94	1.06
Jul , 2021	0.94	1.05

Car rental price statistics in Jamaica

€ 359.66

Average price:
(per week)

€ 306.01

Highest daily price:
Toyota Hiace

164

Total cars available

21

Most popular model:
Toyota Yaris

58

Location with most cars:
Sangster International Airport

€ 51.4 per day

Cheapest daily price:
ISLAND - Kingston - Central

FAQs about car hire in Jamaica

How much does it cost to hire a car in Jamaica?

Car hire in Jamaica starts from just €51.40 per day for a (economy) class car from Island. The average price to hire a car in Jamaica is just €122.00 per day, whilst the most expensive hire car in Jamaica is a Toyota Hiace car for a (premium) class from Budget costing €306.00 per day.

How do I get a free additional driver when hiring a car in Jamaica?

We often have special offers on car hire in Jamaica including free additional drivers, for example, is offering free additional driver and express check-in at for €0.00 per day.

Why is car hire so cheap in Jamaica?

Car hire prices in Jamaica are kept low thanks to the 10 car hire companies across the country. With over 6 car hire locations and 1,158 car hire options available, competition keeps prices low in Jamaica.

Who is the best car hire company in Jamaica?

Based on over 27 reviews from recent car hire customers, the best car hire agency in Jamaica Is Island who score on average 7.7/10 across all locations in Jamaica.

What is the most popular car hire location in Jamaica?

The most popular locations to hire a car in Jamaica is Sangster International Airport with 10 car hire companies and 58 cars to choose from.

How much does fuel cost in Jamaica?

Current fuel prices in Jamaica are €1.566/ltr for petrol and €1.549/ltr for diesel as of 6 June 2022, it’ll cost on average €63 to fill an average compact class car with petrol and €62 for diesel.

What are the speed limits in Jamaica?

Speed limits in Jamaica are in km/h and are generally 50 km/h on urban roads, 80 km/h on rural roads and 110 km/h on the motorways but you should always follow local signage.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Jamaica?

Island is the cheapest car hire company in Jamaica offering a (economy) class car such as the Suzuki Swift for as little as €359.80 per week.

What is the most popular hire car in Jamaica?

The most popular car hire category in Jamaica is the Toyota Yaris available from 8 car hire companies in over 6 locations.

Useful links if renting a car in Jamaica

Driving in Jamaica Guide


Mini	3	4	1	from €33.2 per day
Compact	4	5	3	from €34.5 per day
				from € per day


Economy	3	5	2	from €44.4 per day
Standard	4	5	4	from €65.1 per day
Compact	5	5	2	from €47.1 per day


Economy	5	5	2	from €44.8 per day
7 seat minivan	5	7	1	from €96.6 per day
Compact	5	5	2	from €79.6 per day


Mini	3	4	1	from €61.6 per day
Compact	5	5	2	from €47.1 per day
Economy	3	5	2	from €44.4 per day

Jamaica Car Rental Mini Guide

Most people collect car hire in Jamaica from;

Is it safe to rent a car in Jamaica?

Is it worth renting a car in Jamaica?

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

Cheapest car hire in Jamaica

Top tips when hiring a car in Jamaica

Popular car hire destinations in Jamaica

Laws and rules of the road when driving in Jamaica

Compare car rental agents in Jamaica

Car rental agent statistics in Jamaica

Average prices per day for car hire in Jamaica

Fuel prices in Jamaica

Car rental price statistics in Jamaica

FAQs about car hire in Jamaica

How much does it cost to hire a car in Jamaica?

How do I get a free additional driver when hiring a car in Jamaica?

Why is car hire so cheap in Jamaica?

Who is the best car hire company in Jamaica?

What is the most popular car hire location in Jamaica?

How much does fuel cost in Jamaica?

What are the speed limits in Jamaica?

What is the cheapest car hire company in Jamaica?

What is the most popular hire car in Jamaica?

Useful links if renting a car in Jamaica

Other Car Hire Locations in Jamaica