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Cheap Car Hire in Africa from £5

Johannesburg, South Africa
15 Dec — 22 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Johannesburg, South Africa
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What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Africa?

Discover the price range for hiring 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 8 December 2023.

Price

£6 - £28

Out of all the popular cities in Africa, Marrakech is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just £6/day. Renting a car in Marrakech is 79% cheaper than renting one in Algiers where the per day rate is around £28. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Africa to get a rental car in are: Agadir (£7/day), Durban (£9/day), and Cape Town (£11/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Johannesburg should expect to spend around £12/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Africa is Johannesburg.

Compare available car types for hire in Africa

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 8 December 2023.

Small cars

£15 - £25

All Car Types

£53 - £68

To hire a small car in Africa, you would pay an average price of £20/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Africa (~£15/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£25/day). In fact, September is about 25% 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 67% 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 £45/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Africa (~£33/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£56/day). In fact, September is about 29% 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 24% 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 £70/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Africa (~£55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£87/day). In fact, August is about 22% 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 15% 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 £54/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Africa (~£43/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£71/day). In fact, November is about 21% 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 saves you 10% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Africa, you would pay an average price of £65/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Africa (~£54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£78/day). In fact, September is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a van is 8% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Africa, you would pay an average price of £69/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Africa (~£59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£83/day). In fact, November is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Africa, hiring a pickup truck is 15% 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.

To hire a luxury car in Africa, you would pay an average price of £105/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Africa (~£79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£128/day). In fact, July is about 25% 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 43% 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:

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Best Africa car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Africa. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. Data was last updated on 8 December 2023.

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 December 2023.

What is the cheapest hire car found in Africa?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £24/day when booking a car hire in Africa. The absolute best deal a user found was for £11/day from First Car, booked on Jul. 28.

What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Africa?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Africa from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (£10/day), Europcar (£13/day), and keddy by Europcar (£13/day).

How much does it cost to hire a car in Africa for a week from Europcar?

Europcar is one of the most popular car hire companies in Africa, offering car hire for around £369 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 39%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Africa.

Can I rent a car for a month in Africa?

Yes, hiring a vehicle in Africa for a month is certainly possible.

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

Our recent data shows that First Car can potentially be 85% below the average car hire price in Africa. Check prices and availability for First Car and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Africa is on average £1,579 a month or £53 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Africa car hire.

Small car hires in Africa

Find small car hire deals in Africa from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Africa cost an average of £6 per day. Price data was last updated on 8 December 2023.
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