Africa

Cheap Car Rentals in Africa from AED 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 8/12 and drop-off date of 16/12. 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 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 1 diciembre 2025.

Most popular company

Autounion Car Rental

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

AED 116

Cheapest price per day

AED 25

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 1 diciembre 2025.
Economy

Economy

AED 25+

Compact

Compact

AED 35+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 60+

Standard

Standard

AED 109+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 61+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 216+

Mini

Mini

AED 32+

Premium

Premium

AED 207+

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:

Hyundai i20AED 25/day
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Mitsubishi MirageAED 32/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Mitsubishi Mirage G4AED 35/day
4
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A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage G4

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 1 diciembre 2025.
Hyundai i20AED 25/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Mitsubishi MirageAED 32/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Mitsubishi Mirage G4AED 35/day
4
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage G4

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 5 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 180/day on average when booked 5 days ahead, which saves you 244% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Africa?

ADDCAR RENTAL is currently the cheapest car hire company in Africa with deals as low as AED 20.10/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 40.19/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 178. 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 178. 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 179

February

AED 183

March

AED 178

April

AED 193

May

AED 185

June

AED 196

July

AED 217

August

AED 214

September

AED 183

October

AED 189

November

AED 182

December

AED 200

What car do most people hire in Africa?

Economy cars (Kia Rio Hatchback or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Africa. Standard cars (Subaru Impreza or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Africa?

keddy by Europcar has 329 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Africa at 279.

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 1 diciembre 2025.

Out of all the popular cities in Africa, Casablanca is the cheapest city to rent a car (AED 17/day). Other popular cities in Africa to get a cheap rental car are: Marrakech (AED 19/day), Cairo (AED 69/day), and Johannesburg (AED 76/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 1 diciembre 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Africa?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 122/day when booking a car hire in Africa. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 59/day from Autounion Car Rental, booked on Nov. 29.

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

    Europcar 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 1,611 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 6,906 (AED 230/day) on average.

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