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Cheap Car Hire in Africa from £5

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 15/1 and drop-off date of 18/1. 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 hires 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 22 December 2024.

Most popular company

CarWiz

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

£30

Cheapest price per day

£5

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 22 December 2024.

Price

£5 - £25

Out of all the popular cities in Africa, Marrakech is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just £5/day. Renting a car in Marrakech is 80% cheaper than renting one in Dar Es Salaam where the per day rate is around £25. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Africa to get a rental car in are: Agadir (£6/day), Durban (£9/day), and Cape Town (£10/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 £14/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 22 December 2024.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compare available car types for hire 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 22 December 2024.

Small cars

£17 - £25

All Car Types

£35 - £52

To hire a small car in Africa, you would pay an average price of £20/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Africa (~£17/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£25/day). In fact, November is about 15% 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 55% 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:

To hire a medium car in Africa, you would pay an average price of £38/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Africa (~£32/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£47/day). In fact, December is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a medium car saves you 14% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Africa, you would pay an average price of £67/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Africa (~£54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£77/day). In fact, December is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a large car is 36% more expensive. 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 large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Africa, you would pay an average price of £46/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Africa (~£37/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£57/day). In fact, January is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a SUV is 7% more expensive. 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Africa, you would pay an average price of £58/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Africa (~£52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~£68/day). In fact, March is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a van is 26% more expensive. 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Africa, you would pay an average price of £60/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Africa (~£48/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£76/day). In fact, December is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a pickup truck is 27% more expensive. 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.

To hire a luxury car in Africa, you would pay an average price of £91/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Africa (~£66/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£125/day). In fact, July is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a luxury car is 52% more expensive. 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 luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Vauxhall Corsa£5/day
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Vauxhall Corsa
Toyota Aygo£6/day
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Toyota Aygo
Ford Ka£6/day
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A/C
Ford Ka

Best Africa car hire 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 22 December 2024.
Vauxhall Corsa£5/day
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A/C
Vauxhall Corsa
Toyota Aygo£6/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Aygo
Ford Ka£6/day
2
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A/C
Ford Ka

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Africa?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £24/day when booking a car hire in Africa. The absolute best deal a user found was for £8/day from Woodford, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Africa?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Africa from the following companies over the past two weeks: Europcar (£11/day), Firefly (£12/day), and Dollar (£12/day).

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

    CarWiz is one of the most popular car hire companies in Africa, offering car hire for around £191 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 40%. Aim to book your car hire at least 12 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Africa.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Africa for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Africa for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Woodford can potentially be 80% below the average car hire price in Africa. Check prices and availability for Woodford and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Africa is on average £818 a month or £27 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Africa car hire.

Small car hires in Africa

Find small car hire deals in Africa from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Africa cost an average of £6 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 December 2024.
Fiat Panda£6/day
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A/C
Fiat Panda
Toyota Aygo£6/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Aygo
Chevrolet Spark£6/day
2
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Chevrolet Spark

Car hires by fuel type in Africa

Browse car hires by fuel type in Africa. Deals were last updated on 22 December 2024.

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

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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