Cheapflights insights for Cotonou car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cotonou, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Cotonou?
Book your car hire in Cotonou 39 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £26/day on average when booked 39 days ahead, which saves you 64% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Cotonou?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire 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 hire a car in Cotonou?
Planning to hire a car in Cotonou? May is the cheapest month, costing about £28 per day. In contrast, September is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £63. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
£53
February
£52
March
£44
April
£44
May
£28
June
£44
July
£58
August
£56
September
£63
October
£62
November
£61
December
£59
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 (Hyundai Tucson 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 car hire company in the area.
Top hire agencies in Cotonou
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cotonou known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in Cotonou. Reviews were last updated on 1 July 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Cotonou area such as Europcar, Hertz and Sixt. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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keddy by Europcar
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cotonou, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Cotonou?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Cotonou it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.