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Cheap Car Rentals in Africa from AED 41

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 1/9 and drop-off date of 30/9. 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.
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Africa car rentals in 2026

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 5 August 2026.

Most popular company

Autounion Car Rental

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

AED 114

Cheapest price per day

AED 41
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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 5 August 2026.
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Economy

Economy

AED 41+

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Compact

Compact

AED 51+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 55+

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Standard

Standard

AED 89+

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SUV

SUV

AED 248+

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People carrier

People carrier

AED 98+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 128+

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Mini

Mini

AED 46+

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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 5 August 2026.
Nissan SunnyAED 41/day
Nissan Sunny
Found 08/04/26
Toyota CorollaAED 42/day
Toyota Corolla
Found 08/04/26
Ford KaAED 46/day
Ford Ka
Found 08/03/26

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 8 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 161/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 241% off the average price.

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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 6.94/day found in the past two weeks. NU Car is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 8.45/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 162. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 195 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 162. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 195 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 165

February

AED 170

March

AED 162

April

AED 162

May

AED 164

June

AED 173

July

AED 195

August

AED 195

September

AED 162

October

AED 171

November

AED 163

December

AED 181

What car do most people hire in Africa?

Compact cars (Nissan Sentra or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Africa. Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Nissan Sentra or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Africa?

Cargini has 5 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 5 August 2026.

Out of all the popular cities in Africa, Marrakech is the cheapest city to rent a car (AED 23/day). Other popular cities in Africa to get a cheap rental car are: Casablanca (AED 27/day), Johannesburg (AED 38/day), and Cape Town (AED 70/day).

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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 August 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Africa?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 121/day when booking a car hire in Africa. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 45/day from Autounion Car Rental, booked on Aug. 1.

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

    Autounion Car Rental 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 966 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 4,142 (AED 138/day) on average.

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