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Cheap Car Rentals in Africa from AED 24

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 9/9 and drop-off date of 14/9. 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 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 15 July 2025.

Most popular company

ADDCAR RENTAL

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

AED 140

Cheapest price per day

AED 24

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 15 July 2025.
Economy

Economy

AED 32+

Compact

Compact

AED 36+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 58+

Standard

Standard

AED 62+

SUV

SUV

AED 275+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 83+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 182+

Mini

Mini

AED 31+

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:

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Here are the best Africa luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Chevrolet SparkAED 24/day
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A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Citroen C3AED 24/day
2
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A/C
Citroen C3
Ford KaAED 31/day
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A/C
Ford Ka

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 15 July 2025.
Chevrolet SparkAED 24/day
2
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A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Citroen C3AED 24/day
2
M
A/C
Citroen C3
Ford KaAED 31/day
2
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A/C
Ford Ka

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 10 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 181/day on average when booked 10 days ahead, which saves you 227% 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 17.05/day found in the past two weeks. ADDCAR RENTAL is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 23.88/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 187. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 221 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 187. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 221 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 194

February

AED 199

March

AED 187

April

AED 200

May

AED 191

June

AED 202

July

AED 221

August

AED 218

September

AED 200

October

AED 207

November

AED 212

December

AED 212

What car do most people hire in Africa?

Full-size cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Africa. Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard 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 270.

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 15 July 2025.

Out of all the popular cities in Africa, Marrakech is the cheapest city to rent a car (AED 20/day). Other popular cities in Africa to get a cheap rental car are: Casablanca (AED 20/day), Port Louis (AED 52/day), and Johannesburg (AED 65/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 15 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Africa?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 162/day when booking a car hire in Africa. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 79/day from Budget, booked on Jul. 13.

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

    ADDCAR 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 601 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 2,575 (AED 86/day) on average.

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