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Cheap Car Rentals in Africa from $25

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Africa with a pick-up date of 3/3 and drop-off date of 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Africa car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Africa. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 December 2024.

Most popular company

CarWiz

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$55

Cheapest price per day

$25

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Africa?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Africa, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 December 2024.

Price

$27 - $124

Out of all the popular cities in Africa, Cape Town is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $27/day. Renting a car in Cape Town is 78% cheaper than renting one in Harare where the per day rate is around $124. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Africa to get a rental car in are: Johannesburg ($32/day), Tunis ($59/day), and Harare ($124/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Johannesburg should expect to spend around $32/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Africa is Johannesburg.

Popular car types in Africa

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Africa and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 December 2024.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Compare available car types for rental in Africa

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Africa to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 December 2024.

Small cars

$25 - $48

All Car Types

$25 - $443

To hire a small car in Africa, you would pay an average price of $21/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Africa (~$25/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$48/day). In fact, March is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a small car saves you 77% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Africa small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mercedes-Benz EQA$25/day
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Best Africa car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Africa. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. Data was last updated on 20 December 2024.
Mercedes-Benz EQA$25/day
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Mercedes-Benz EQA
Suzuki Swift$30/day
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Suzuki Swift
Hyundai i20$30/day
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 December 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Africa?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Africa from the following companies over the past two weeks: Autounion Car Rental ($55/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($60/day), and Europcar ($104/day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Africa for a week from CarWiz?

    CarWiz is one of the top picks in Africa. They can have you in a hire car for about $286 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Africa for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 55% on a hire car in Africa. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 73 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Africa?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Africa.

Car rentals by fuel type in Africa

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Africa. Deals were last updated on 20 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Africa. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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