Montego Bay car hires from £18/day

Opt for a compact car during your stay in Montego Bay to fit into even the smallest of parking spots and to whizz through the city more easily. Make sure to check out the car beforehand, as there have been reports of hire cars missing parts, such as a spare tire. Also take pictures of the car beforehand to ensure any scratches were already there before you rented it.

General regulations permit 50 km/h (31 mph) within city limits and up to 80 km/h (50 mph) on open and rural roads. Within the city, you will regularly have to drive much slower than the maximum speed due to poor roads or traffic, and you should also adjust your speed to weather conditions.

As there are few parking spots available in the city and many parking lots do not have a pristine reputation, the best option is to choose an accommodation with a parking space included for long-term and overnight parking. There is also metered on-street parking as well, and the Montego Bay Car Park at the harbor.

On average a car hire in Montego Bay costs £39 per day.

The average price of fuel in Montego Bay is £3.61 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £43 and £58, depending on the car size.

Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Montego Bay.

Car hire companies onsite at Sangster Intl airport include Timeless Car Rental, Chalis, Epic Car Rental Limited, Classique Car Rentals, Island Car Rentals, ADDCAR RENTAL, Sixt, Autounion Car Rental, FlexWays and Budget.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Sangster Intl airport to off-airport locations include Classique Car Rentals, Island Car Rentals, Sixt, Budget, Alamo, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Ace and National.

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

An Economy car hire in Montego Bay costs £24 per day, on average.

A Standard car hire in Montego Bay costs £46 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car hire in Montego Bay costs £20 per day, on average.

In Montego Bay, cars are most frequently hired at Classique Car Rentals 1-3 Sunset Blvd (1 miles from city centre).

Most car hire providers in Montego Bay offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Montego Bay, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

There are some roads that you should avoid due to their condition and lack of signage. One such road is the Falmouth to Montego Bay highway, which is narrow and winding in some areas. Additionally, some roads are prone to flooding during the rainy season, such as the Montego Bay to Negril road. It's wise to check with your Montego Bay car hire company for the latest information on road conditions and recommended routes.

Most hire car companies in Montego Bay expect drivers to be 21 or older before allowing them to pick up a car. There are, however, a few companies that'll hire a car to someone as young as 18, though the more reliable companies won't. As someone younger than 25, you're likely to incur additional fees and may encounter restrictions on the type of vehicle you're allowed to choose. Check with the car hire company beforehand to ensure you're aware of any potential extra costs.