Car Rentals in Kingston, Saint Andrew

Walking around Kingston is not so much recommended. If you’re staying in New Kingston, walking around the immediate neighborhood should be fine. Normally, when visiting Jamaica, Kingston is just a day stop and tourists continue on to explore the rest of the island. To do so, public transportation is an affordable possibility but a car rental in Kingston will allow you to reach all spots off the beaten tourist path. You can drive your Kingston car rental to Negril Seven Mile Beach, a long stretch of white sand and clear blue Caribbean water in under four hours. Montego Bay is known for its gorgeous beach resorts and it’s about a two-hour drive away with an economy car rental. Hagley Park Road is the main street through Kingston and its busiest; you may want to avoid it when driving around downtown.

In Kingston and the rest of Jamaica, they drive on the left-hand side of the road. Seatbelts are mandatory for all passengers in your rental car in Kingston. Jamaica laws are very strict about drinking and driving, therefore we recommend you refrain from doing so. You cannot hold a cellphone while you are driving; it must be in hands-free mode. Jamaican roads have surprisingly low speed limits that are enforced, so be sure to not drive over the indicated limit. Nonetheless, it’s best you look up Kingston’s department of motor vehicles to see if there are any updated or new laws.

When picking up your car rental in Kingston, if you’re visiting from a foreign country, you may need a special driver’s permit. If you have a U.S. or United Kingdom driver’s permit, you won’t need an extra document; however, those traveling from other countries will require an International Driver’s Permit. The IDP must be obtained in the country of origin of your driver’s license, not once you’re already in Jamaica.

Our data shows that for weekend car rental deals during October in Kingston, you can expect to pay around $66. A particularly good deal might be around $31, which is the lowest quote for Kingston we've seen so far. For a one-week car rental, Kingston prices in October average $68 with the best deals starting at $31.

Rental cars in Kingston from popular agencies such as NU Car, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Island Car Rentals will generally offer free cancellation. While momondo does not have any control over cancellation policies for rental cars in Kingston, we can help you find the cheapest car to rent for your upcoming trip.

With temperatures averaging 82.4 °F and precipitation usually 3.5″ during October, you should consider renting a Standard car when traveling to Kingston. A Standard car can handle the fluctuations in temperature and rainfall during the month of October and is a popular choice for travelers heading to Kingston. Renting a Standard in Kingston will cost you $84/day on average.

Travelers who rent a car in Kingston should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 35 mph. Suburban speed limits around Kingston are generally 50 mph, whereas speed limits on highways are 70 mph. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re traveling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

Island Car Rentals has Hyundai H-1 rentals available in Kingston for $106/day on average. Availability for the Hyundai H-1 rental in Kingston may vary, so try not to schedule your car rental last-minute.

In September, Kingston usually gets 4.7″ of precipitation and has an average temperature of 82.4 °F. This information can be very helpful when looking at rental cars in Kingston as it can help you make the best decision.

If you’re looking for a Kingston rental car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of September it’s important to know that the rest of Saint Andrew typically has a temperature of 82.4 °F and will usually expect 4.7″ of precipitation.

Prices for cars in Kingston refresh daily.

There are 43 operators available for cars in Kingston as of September 2023.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Kingston. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To rent a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen rental company before making a reservation.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when renting a car in Kingston. If the license is written in a different language from the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual rental company you're booking with.

You should book a car rental in Kingston using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the rental car prices and policies, all you need to do is compare and choose what works best for your trip.

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