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Cheap Car Rentals in Africa from ₹ 1,012

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 21/4 and drop-off date of 6/5. 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 April 2025.

Most popular company

Autorent Mauritius

Most common car type

Premium

Average price per day

₹ 2,798

Cheapest price per day

₹ 1,012

What are the car hire 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 April 2025.

Price

₹ 1,374 - ₹ 12,257

Out of all the popular cities in Africa, Cape Town is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just ₹ 1,374/day. Renting a car in Cape Town is 89% cheaper than renting one in Nairobi where the per day rate is around ₹ 12,257. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Africa to get a rental car in are: Johannesburg (₹ 1,431/day), Port Louis (₹ 1,491/day), and Cairo (₹ 1,504/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Cape Town should expect to spend around ₹ 1,374/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Africa is Cape Town.

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 April 2025.
Economy

Economy

₹ 1,086+

Compact

Compact

₹ 1,043+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 1,241+

Standard

Standard

₹ 1,810+

SUV

SUV

₹ 1,818+

Minivan

Minivan

₹ 2,120+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 2,980+

Mini

Mini

₹ 1,034+

Compare available car types for rental in Africa

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Africa to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.

Small cars

₹ 1,263 - ₹ 4,112

All Car Types

₹ 2,542 - ₹ 5,723

To hire a small car in Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 2,414/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Africa (~₹ 1,263/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~₹ 4,112/day). In fact, June is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a small car saves you 46% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Africa small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 3,910/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Africa (~₹ 2,563/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 5,921/day). In fact, October is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a medium car saves you 12% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Africa medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,979/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Africa (~₹ 4,756/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~₹ 13,456/day). In fact, April is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a large car is 37% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Africa large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,935/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Africa (~₹ 4,122/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~₹ 9,263/day). In fact, April is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a SUV is 26% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Africa SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,535/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Africa (~₹ 4,763/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~₹ 12,581/day). In fact, April is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a luxury car is 21% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Africa luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i10₹ 1,034/day
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Suzuki Swift Dzire₹ 1,043/day
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Hyundai i10₹ 1,086/day
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Best Africa car rental deals found

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 April 2025.
Hyundai i10₹ 1,034/day
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Hyundai i10
Suzuki Swift Dzire₹ 1,043/day
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Hyundai i10₹ 1,086/day
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Hyundai i10

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 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Africa?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 3,142/day when booking a car hire in Africa. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 1,719/day from Avis, booked on Apr. 13.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Africa?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Africa from the following companies over the past two weeks: Autounion Car Rental (₹ 1,390/day), Avis (₹ 1,663/day), and GREEN MOTION (₹ 1,740/day).

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

    Autorent Mauritius is one of the most popular car hire companies in Africa, offering car hire for around ₹ 12,909 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Africa for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 53%. Aim to book your car hire at least 72 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Africa.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Africa however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Africa for a month?

    The average cost of a car rental in Africa for a month is ₹ 55,322. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

Small car rentals in Africa

Find small car rental deals in Africa from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Africa cost an average of ₹ 1,200 per day. Price data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Hyundai i10₹ 1,012/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10₹ 1,034/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10₹ 1,057/day
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Hyundai i10

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