Find Rentals
Popular Cars
Rental Deals
Insights
FAQs
English
Cheap Car Rentals in Africa from AED 28
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 20/9 and drop-off date of 27/9. 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.
Same drop-off
Driver's age: 26-65
Here’s why our users search for rental cars through Cheapflights
Africa car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Africa. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 September 2025.
Most popular company | Autounion Car Rental |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Mini |
Average price per day | AED 130 |
Cheapest price per day | AED 28 |
Popular car types in Africa
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Africa and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 14 September 2025.
Economy
AED 33+
Compact
AED 28+
Intermediate
AED 60+
Standard
AED 112+
Full-size
AED 285+
SUV
AED 535+
People carrier
AED 94+
Full-size SUV
AED 165+
Compare car rental deals in Africa by type
Here are the best Africa small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Africa medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Africa large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Africa SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Africa van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Africa luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Chevrolet SparkAED 28/day
2
M
A/C
Kia ForteAED 28/day
4
M
A/C
Opel CorsaAED 33/day
2
M
A/C
Best car rental deals found in Africa
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Africa. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 14 September 2025.
Chevrolet SparkAED 28/day
2
M
A/C
Kia ForteAED 28/day
4
M
A/C
Opel CorsaAED 33/day
2
M
A/C
Cheapflights insights for Africa car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Africa, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Africa?
Book your car hire in Africa 6 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 180/day on average when booked 6 days ahead, which saves you 242% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Africa?
OptimoRent is currently the cheapest car hire company in Africa with deals as low as AED 18.15/day found in the past two weeks. ADDCAR RENTAL is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 20.61/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Africa?
At Africa, the best time to rent a car is at March, with an average daily rate of just AED 171. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 217 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Africa, the best time to rent a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just AED 171. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 217 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
AED 186
February
AED 191
March
AED 171
April
AED 190
May
AED 183
June
AED 196
July
AED 217
August
AED 215
September
AED 187
October
AED 193
November
AED 193
December
AED 200
What car do most people hire in Africa?
Standard cars (Subaru Impreza or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Africa. Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Africa?
keddy by Europcar has 325 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Africa at 276.
What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Africa?
Discover the price range for renting 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 14 September 2025.
Out of all the popular cities in Africa, Marrakech is the cheapest city to rent a car (AED 25/day). Other popular cities in Africa to get a cheap rental car are: Casablanca (AED 27/day), Johannesburg (AED 37/day), and Cape Town (AED 68/day).
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Africa?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 126/day when booking a car hire in Africa. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 56/day from Autounion Car Rental, booked on Sep. 7.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Africa for a week from Hertz?
Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Africa. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about AED 1,247 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Africa?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Africa.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Africa for a month?
The monthly cost of a car rental in Africa is AED 5,343 (AED 178/day) on average.