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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 2 July 2025.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

HK$280

Cheapest price per day

HK$117

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?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Africa, book about 8 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$319, which is about 626% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Africa?

Rental24 is currently the cheapest car hire company in Africa with deals as low as HK$96.32/day found in the past two weeks. 1First Car Rental is another inexpensive option with rates as low as HK$108.17/day.

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

At Africa, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just HK$310. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging HK$377 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 February, with an average daily rate of just HK$310. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging HK$377 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

HK$327

February

HK$310

March

HK$313

April

HK$355

May

HK$336

June

HK$364

July

HK$377

August

HK$372

September

HK$345

October

HK$354

November

HK$339

December

HK$360

What car do most people rent in Africa?

Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Africa. Compact cars (Volkswagen Vento or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Kia Picanto or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Africa?

keddy by Europcar has 324 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Africa at 269.

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 2 July 2025.

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Africa for a week from CarWiz?

    CarWiz offers hire cars in Africa for about HK$1,631 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Africa?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Africa it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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