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73-200 Kupipi Street
Small
₪160/day
₪143/day

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How far in advance should you book an Thrifty car rental in Kailua-Kona?

To get the best price on an Thrifty car rental in Kailua-Kona, you should book around 88 days before your trip. This could save you approximately 17% compared to booking last minute.

What is the most popular car type when renting from Thrifty in Kailua-Kona?

The most popular car type when renting from Thrifty in Kailua-Kona is SUV (32%), followed by Small (27%) and Medium (26%).

How much does it cost to rent a car from Thrifty in Kailua-Kona per month?

On average, an Thrifty car rental in Kailua-Kona costs ₪173 per day. February is the most expensive month to rent from Thrifty in Kailua-Kona, when prices are ₪220/day on average.

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Top tips for renting a car from Thrifty in Kailua-Kona

  • Thrifty car rentals in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii offer a vast array of rental vehicles from which to choose. For a classically unforgettable Hawaiian trip, you can choose a convertible. If you will be traveling around with a large number of people, you might decide on renting an SUV, which is available in various sizes. If you want to drive around the Big Island in style, you can choose a luxury sedan, a premium sedan, or a premium SUV. If you want to keep your Hawaiian trip more economical, consider a compact rental or an economy rental.
  • You can enjoy peace of mind when you book your Thrifty car rentals in Kailua-Kona through KAYAK because you can choose from a number of reservation deals that offer a free cancellation policy. Some free cancellation policies do not charge you for canceling, even up to the time when you were supposed to get your Kailua-Kona Thrifty rental. Other free cancellation policies do not charge you as long as you cancel your reservation at least two full days before your pick-up time.
  • When you decide to reserve Thrifty car rentals in Kailua-Kona, you are in good hands for your Hawaiian trip. Thousands of customers have left reviews praising the helpful and friendly staff. Customers also give the highest ratings for the comfort of rental cars and SUVs, as well as their cleanliness. Customers also make note of the convenience and ease of picking up and dropping off rental cars and SUVs. Overall, customers are pleased with the value they receive for their money at Thrifty car rentals in Kailua-Kona.
  • When you reserve Thrifty car rentals in Kailua-Kona through KAYAK, you can choose the model and brand of the rental that you want for most car types. You can generally choose from a wide selection of sedans and SUVs. If, when you arrive at the Kailua-Kona agency to collect your rental vehicle, the agency does not have the precise car you put on your reservation, Thrifty agency staff members will do their best to provide you with a rental car or SUV similar to the one you indicated on your reservation.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars from Thrifty in Kailua-Kona for ₪143 or less.
  • Small rental cars from Thrifty in Kailua-Kona are around 33% cheaper than other car types, on average.

FAQs about renting a car from Thrifty in Kailua-Kona

  • Where can I pick up my Thrifty car rental in Kailua-Kona?

    When you arrive by plane to the Big Island in order to spend time in Kailua-Kona, you'll most likely land at the Kona International Airport (KOA). At KOA, exit baggage claim, where you can catch a complimentary shuttle at the median across the street. The shuttle will take you to the rental car facility, where you can find the Thrifty rental car counter and vehicles. This Thrifty counter tends to stay open for approximately 16 hours a day.

  • Where can I park my Thrifty car rental in Kailua-Kona?

    At many retail businesses in Kailua-Kona and at many tourist attractions, you can find lots with free parking. Within the city itself, there are many metered parking spots on city streets. Parking meters tend to take quarters and charge about $0.25 per 10 minutes. You can also find a number of public parking garages and parking lots throughout the city.

  • What speed limits will I have to observe while driving my Thrifty car rental in Kailua-Kona?

    In the city of Kailua-Kona, the speed limit for urban areas is 45 mph. Residential roads, on the other hand, have speed limits of 25 mph. When you are driving on freeways through the city of Kailua-Kona, the speed limit is 60 mph. When you drive beyond city limits into more rural areas, freeway speed limits are reduced to 50 mph. Keep an eye out for posted speed limits in order to avoid getting a ticket.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car from Thrifty in Kailua-Kona?

    On average a rental car from Thrifty in Kailua-Kona costs ₪160 per day.

  • What is the most popular rental car from Thrifty in Kailua-Kona?

    Small rental cars (Kia K4 or similar) are the most frequently booked rental car types from Thrifty in Kailua-Kona.

  • How many car rental locations does Thrifty have in Kailua-Kona?

    Thrifty has 4 rental locations in Kailua-Kona. Take a look at our Thrifty rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • Does Thrifty have a car rental location at the airport: Kona Intl airport (KOA)?

    Yes

  • Does Thrifty offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Kona Intl airport (KOA)?

    Yes

Reviews for Thrifty in Kailua-Kona

Overall Rating6.4 OkayBased on 47 reviews
Cleanliness
6.5
Comfort
7.0
Overall
6.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.5
Value for money
6.2

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Great car. Lots of room and comfortReviewed 2024 Dec 18
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10.0
It was a fast process to get and drop off my rental.Reviewed 2024 Sept 13
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10.0
Overall good, long shuttle wait.Reviewed 2024 Jun 03
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2.0
Didn’t even get the car. Ended up running over to enterprise to get a different rental. First, shuttle bus didn’t come, then super long line. The worst! Will never book with them againReviewed 2024 Mar 18
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10.0
Got a flat tire and thriftys exchanged cars without and problems!Reviewed 2023 Nov 26
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6.0
Pick up took forever Shouldnt take so long in 2023Reviewed 2023 Oct 29
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Where can I find Thrifty car rentals in Kailua-Kona?

Address

73-200 Kupipi Street

Hours

Monday05:00 - 22:30
Tuesday05:00 - 22:30
Wednesday05:00 - 22:30
Thursday05:00 - 22:30
Friday05:00 - 22:30
Saturday05:00 - 22:30
Sunday05:00 - 22:30

Phone

+1 866 434 2226

Address

75-5660 Palani Road

Address

1 North Kaniku Drive

Hours

Monday08:00 - 15:00
Tuesday08:00 - 15:00
Wednesday08:00 - 15:00
Thursday08:00 - 15:00
Friday08:00 - 15:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday08:00 - 12:00

Phone

+1 808 217 9494

Address

73-200 Kupipi Street
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