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Penang car rentals from C$ 40/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Penang with a pick-up date of 18/6 and drop-off date of 22/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Penang car rental information

Pick-up locationPenang
Car typesCompact
Rental locations15
Airport locations13
Popular agenciesHawk

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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Penang

  • Car rentals in Penang give travelers more flexibility when connecting to various places within and outside the city. The benefit of Penang car rentals over the city's public transportation system is that you have the liberty to decide on the hours you want to travel and convenient route(s) to get you to your destination. With public transportation, which has fixed departure times and routes, this is not practical. You may easily travel to City Stadium, where you can enjoy watching football games, with your rental car.
  • Rent a vehicle from one of the Penang car rentals companies at the airport, such as Thrifty, Enterprise, Avis, Hertz, and Budget, and enjoy self-driving from Penang International Airport (PEN). The international arrivals hall on the ground floor of PEN is where you can rent a car. In comparison to other rental locations in the city, picking up your car at this airport location gives you access to a greater variety of car models and types. In comparison to most other areas in the city, the airport location is also simpler for drivers who are new to Penang to access.
  • There are a few things to keep in mind when using car rentals in Penang. Children under the height of 4'4" who are riding in the car with you must always be secured in a booster seat, child car seat, or another suitable restraint system. Any of the Penang car rental agencies will provide the necessary restraint device upon request for a small daily fee. Inside Penang's central business district, keep in mind that it is not uncommon for pedestrians and cyclists to cross the street without first checking for oncoming vehicles.
  • Driving a rental car in Penang during the morning and evening rush hours tends to be very challenging. Most of Penang's roadways face major traffic congestion between 6:00 am and 9:00 am, with Magazine Road being the worst-affected road. The same thing happens in the late afternoon, between 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm. If you must drive on Magazine Road during these hours, plan to leave roughly 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
  • Book your rental car in Penang at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact rental cars in Penang are around 34% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Penang

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Penang?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Hawk (C$ 40/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Hawk Pular Pinang International Airport, Bayan Lepas 11900 (15 kilometers from city center).

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Penang?

    Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Penang. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

  • How much is gas price in Penang?

    The average gas price in Penang is C$ 2.23 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 27 and C$ 36, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Penang?

    Compact (Perodua Axia or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Penang.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Penang?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Penang?

    A Compact car rental in Penang costs C$ 42 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Penang?

    An Economy car rental in Penang costs C$ 33 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car rental cost in Penang?

    A Full Size car rental in Penang costs C$ 42 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Penang?

    Since Penang has a greater portion of it characterized by irregular and hilly terrain. Therefore, most of the roads are narrow with several meandering sections. The most suitable car type for driving on such roads is a Compact car. However, the type of vehicle that is best for you will also depend on the number of passengers and/or the amount of luggage you will be carrying. For example, SUVs are good types of vehicle options if you are traveling with your family, including your spouse and children, or when traveling with your colleagues. These vehicles have a capacity of 5 adults and 5 baggage.

  • What’s the speed limit in Penang?

    When using car rentals in Penang, you must obey the posted speed limit, which changes depending on the zone. The speed limits in school zones and central business areas are 25 km/h (15 mph) and 30 km/h (20 mph), respectively. You must adhere to a 55 km/h (35 mph) speed limit on most roadways, excluding major motorways. The majority of routes, including interstates, have a 110 km/h (70 mph) speed limit.

  • Where are the best places to park in Penang?

    Some of the greatest places in Penang to leave your rental car are Koperasi PDC Parking and Multilevel Private Car Park. These two locations are open around-the-clock, so you can always find a spot for your car. In Penang, street parking is practical and economical. You will have to pay 0.40 MYR (0.01 USD) on average every 30 minutes to park in the lot at Koperasi PDC Parking or on any streets in Penang. You can park your car free of charge on Penang's streets on Sundays and on public holidays.

Penang car rental reviews and directory

Suria Car Rental

8.0

Very good

4 reviews

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.7

Value for money

8.5

One location in Penang

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Penang International Airport (PEN), Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Bayan Lepas, Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

+60 164 823 074

Opening times not available

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Hertz

4.0

Mediocre

1 review

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

4.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

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Penang Intl Apt

+60 4 643 0208

Monday07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday07:30 - 22:00
Thursday07:30 - 22:00
Friday07:30 - 22:00
Saturday07:30 - 22:00
Sunday08:00 - 14:00

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4.0 Mediocre

Jun. 2023

KAYAK
Car was not clean. Found cockroach inside the car.

1 out of 1

Galaxy Asia Car Rental

2.0

Cleanliness

3.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

3.0

Value for money

3.0

One location in Penang

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Penang Airport

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2.0 Poor

Dec. 2021

KAYAK
Last minute informing for additional deposit of rm800.during returning car the boy mention 2 weeks lead time to return back the deposit but now changed to 3 weeks. Very disappointed.

1 out of 1

Kasina

10.0

Wonderful

No reviews available

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One location in Penang

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No.195, Block G, Mukim 12, Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, Sungai Tiram, Bayan Lepas, 11900 , Malaysia.

+60 4644 1842

Monday08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday08:30 - 17:00
Thursday08:30 - 17:00
Friday08:30 - 17:00
Saturday08:30 - 17:00

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Merge Car Rental

9.0

Wonderful

No reviews available

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Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Bayan Lepas, Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia

+60 124 257 673

Monday08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday08:30 - 17:00
Thursday08:30 - 17:00
Friday08:30 - 17:00
Saturday08:30 - 17:00
Sunday08:30 - 17:00

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Agtran

8.0

Very good

No reviews available

2 locations in Penang

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Penang International Airport, Bayan Lepas, Penang.

+60 18 989 0800

Monday08:00 - 14:00
Tuesday08:00 - 14:00
Wednesday08:00 - 14:00
Thursday08:00 - 14:00
Friday08:00 - 14:00
Saturday08:00 - 14:00
Sunday08:00 - 14:00

Penang Sentral Bus Terminal, Jalan Bagan Dalam, Butterworth, Pulau Pinang.

+60 18 989 0800

Monday08:00 - 14:00
Tuesday08:00 - 14:00
Wednesday08:00 - 14:00
Thursday08:00 - 14:00
Friday08:00 - 14:00
Saturday08:00 - 14:00
Sunday08:00 - 14:00

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keddy by Europcar

6.7

Okay

No reviews available

One location in Penang

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Arrival Hall

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Hawk

2.0

Poor

No reviews available

One location in Penang

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Pular Pinang International Airport, Bayan Lepas

+60 127 719 840

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CarRental2Go

No score available yet

One location in Penang

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Arrival Hall, Terminal Building, Bayan Lepas International Airport

+60 4644 9440

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Insas Pacific

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Penang International Airport, Airport Counter, Arrival Hall, , Bayan Lepas

+60 4 643 8891

Monday07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday07:30 - 22:00
Thursday07:30 - 22:00
Friday07:30 - 22:00
Saturday07:30 - 22:00
Sunday08:00 - 14:00

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Mayflower

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One location in Penang

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Arrival Hall, Terminal Building, Bayan Lepas International Airport

+60 4641 1191

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Pacific Rent A Car

No score available yet

One location in Penang

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Sunway Tunas, No 81

Opening times not available

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Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Penang

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Arrival Hall.meet And Greet Service

+86 10 6064 1387

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Thrifty

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Penang Intl Apt

Monday07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday07:30 - 22:00
Thursday07:30 - 22:00
Friday07:30 - 22:00
Saturday07:30 - 22:00
Sunday08:00 - 14:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Dec. 2015

KAYAK

Pros:

At the beginning, I am a bit concern of additional charge because my flight will be arriving the airport after the office hour. However, there is no additional charge and they also gave me a free upgrade from manual to automate. The car if good and comfortable. Highly recommended!
6 travellers who rented a car in Penang gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.0

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