Explore the latest trends and booking tips. The data is based on booking statistics from the past six months.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Yogyakarta?
Over the past 72 hours, the lowest car-hire prices in Yogyakarta came from Enterprise (€10/day), National (€12/day) and Budget (€12/day). The cheapest of all was Enterprise — about 1.0 miles from the city centre.
What is the most popular rental car in Yogyakarta?
Mini cars are the most popular choice in Yogyakarta, costing around €17/day on average. Some drivers have found deals from as little as €9/day.
Mini32%
Standard23%
Electric20%
Business10%
Van15%
Yogyakarta car rental price comparison by vehicle type
How much does it cost to hire a Mini car in Yogyakarta?
Mini car hire in Yogyakarta typically costs around €17 per day. Prices are lowest in Feb, averaging €12 per day — roughly 29% below the yearly average. Mini cars are usually 60% cheaper than the average car hire in Yogyakarta.
How much does it cost to hire a Standard car in Yogyakarta?
Standard car hire in Yogyakarta typically costs around €28 per day. Prices are lowest in Feb, averaging €20 per day — roughly 29% below the yearly average. Standard cars are usually 33% cheaper than the average car hire in Yogyakarta.
How much does it cost to hire a Business car in Yogyakarta?
Business car hire in Yogyakarta typically costs around €94 per day. Prices are lowest in Feb, averaging €68 per day — roughly 28% below the yearly average. Business cars are usually 124% more expensive than the average car hire in Yogyakarta.
How much does it cost to hire a SUV car in Yogyakarta?
SUV car hire in Yogyakarta typically costs around €38 per day. Prices are lowest in Feb, averaging €27 per day — roughly 29% below the yearly average. SUV cars are usually 10% cheaper than the average car hire in Yogyakarta.
How much does it cost to hire a Van car in Yogyakarta?
Van car hire in Yogyakarta typically costs around €41 per day. Prices are lowest in Feb, averaging €29 per day — roughly 29% below the yearly average. Van cars are usually 2% cheaper than the average car hire in Yogyakarta.
How much does it cost to hire an Electric car in Yogyakarta?
Electric car hire in Yogyakarta typically costs around €33 per day. Prices are lowest in Feb, averaging €24 per day — roughly 27% below the yearly average. Electric cars are usually 21% cheaper than the average car hire in Yogyakarta.
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Yogyakarta car rental — FAQ
Booking 2–4 weeks ahead is usually enough for Yogyakarta, especially outside major holidays and school breaks. For peak times like Idul Fitri or Christmas–New Year, try to reserve 4–6 weeks in advance. Early booking gives you more choice of vehicles, better rates, and a higher chance of getting extras like GPS or child seats.
Most Yogyakarta rental companies release the security deposit within 7–14 business days after you return the car, as long as there is no new damage, fines, or missing fuel. Your bank may then take a few extra days to process the reversal. Choosing no-deposit / no-credit-card deals can help you avoid this temporary card hold altogether.
The excess (deductible) is the maximum amount you pay if the rental car is damaged or stolen. In Indonesia it often ranges from about IDR 3,000,000 to IDR 10,000,000, depending on vehicle class and supplier. If a covered incident happens, you pay up to that figure, and insurance covers the rest. Extra protection options can reduce or even reimburse this amount.
Many Yogyakarta rental desks prefer a major credit card in the main driver’s name for both payment and deposit. Some local partners may accept debit or cash, but options can be limited and deposits higher. To avoid a card block entirely, look for special no-deposit / no-credit-card deals shown during the booking process and check their conditions carefully.
In Yogyakarta, a small car typically costs around IDR 300,000–450,000 per day, while larger or premium vehicles can be IDR 500,000–900,000 per day, depending on season, supplier, and whether a driver is included. Prices change with demand and extras like insurance, GPS, or child seats, so comparing options and booking early usually secures better overall value.
Bookingcar lets you compare multiple Yogyakarta suppliers at once, so you can quickly see real-time prices, car categories, fuel rules, and mileage limits on one page. You benefit from transparent rental conditions, customer reviews, and 24/7 support. Flexible filters help you find automatic cars, one-way rentals, or enhanced insurance, often at lower rates than booking directly on arrival.
If you bring the car back late in Yogyakarta, rental companies usually apply hourly late charges and can eventually bill an extra rental day once a threshold is passed, as stated in your contract. This can be more expensive than extending in advance. If you foresee any delay, contact the rental operator immediately to arrange a formal extension and avoid misunderstandings or penalty fees.
Central Yogyakarta offers several convenient parking spots, such as Parkir Abu Bakar Ali near Malioboro, the multi-storey Parkir Ngabean close to the old town, and official lots around Malioboro Street and Jogja City Mall. These are typically pay-and-display or ticket-based: take a ticket at entry, keep it safely, and pay the attendant or machine when leaving the car park.
Yogyakarta is on Java island and Indonesian rental cars are usually restricted to domestic use. Some companies may allow driving to other islands (for example via ferry) but this must be requested in advance and noted in the contract, sometimes with extra insurance or fees. International cross-border travel to other countries is generally not permitted from Indonesian rentals.
Typical maximum limits (unless signs show otherwise) are:
Urban areas: around 40–50 km/h
Non-urban roads: around 60–80 km/h
Dual carriageways and main highways: up to about 80–100 km/h
Toll roads (e.g. Jakarta–Cikampek): typically 80–100 km/h, sometimes 60 km/h in busy or construction zones
Always follow posted signs, as limits can change frequently.
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