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Cheap Car Rentals in Cotonou

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How far in advance should I hire a car in Cotonou?

For the best savings on car hire in Cotonou, make your reservation 39 days before pickup. The average price then is just AED 132/day – about 85% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Cotonou?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cotonou is Europcar (rated 5.3/10). Hertz (rated 2.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cotonou?

Planning to hire a car in Cotonou? May is the cheapest month, costing about AED 143 per day. In contrast, September is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 316. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

AED 268

February

AED 261

March

AED 220

April

AED 220

May

AED 143

June

AED 220

July

AED 290

August

AED 283

September

AED 316

October

AED 312

November

AED 309

December

AED 298

What car do most people hire in Cotonou?

Mini cars (Hyundai i10 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Cotonou. Compact cars (Class Compact Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Mercedes-Benz GLE or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cotonou?

In Cotonou, Hertz, keddy by Europcar, and Sixt have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Cotonou

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cotonou known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car rental companies in Cotonou. Reviews were last updated on 6 July 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Cotonou, including Europcar, Hertz and Sixt. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Europcar

1 location

Hertz

2.0
Poor
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Sixt

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cotonou, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 July 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cotonou?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Cotonou for a month is certainly possible.

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