What is the most popular car hire provider in Malawi?

When hiring a car in Malawi, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is FlexWays, and with prices around £51/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from FlexWays is SUV, which starts as low as £42/day.

What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Malawi?

When visiting Malawi, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Lilongwe where rental cars typically will cost around £59/day (1% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Malawi was found in Lilongwe for just £35/day.

What side of the road do you drive on in Malawi?

Cars in Malawi are to be driven on the left side of the road.

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Malawi car hires in 2026

Most popular company	FlexWays
Most common car type	Full-size
Average price per day	£59
Cheapest price per day	£30

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

For the best savings on car hire in Malawi, make your reservation 17 days before pickup. The average price then is just £35/day – about 61% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Malawi?

In Malawi, the most affordable car hire company right now is FlexWays, offering prices from just £37.42/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Avis, with rates starting at £78.55/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Malawi?

Planning to hire a car in Malawi? December is the cheapest month, costing about £54 per day. In contrast, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £73. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

£66

February

£72

March

£68

April

£73

May

£69

June

£68

July

£62

August

£60

September

£62

October

£61

November

£63

December

£54

What car do most people hire in Malawi?

SUV cars (Class Standard SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Malawi. Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Suzuki Baleno or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Malawi?

Avis has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD has the second-highest number of locations in Malawi at 4.

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FlexWays

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2.0

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4 locations

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2 locations

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1 location

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2 locations

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4 locations

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Car hire FAQs

What is the most popular car hire provider in Malawi?
When hiring a car in Malawi, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is FlexWays, and with prices around £51/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from FlexWays is SUV, which starts as low as £42/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Malawi?
When visiting Malawi, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Lilongwe where rental cars typically will cost around £59/day (1% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Malawi was found in Lilongwe for just £35/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Malawi?
Cars in Malawi are to be driven on the left side of the road.

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

For the best savings on car hire in Malawi, make your reservation 17 days before pickup. The average price then is just £35/day – about 61% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Malawi?

In Malawi, the most affordable car hire company right now is FlexWays, offering prices from just £37.42/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Avis, with rates starting at £78.55/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Malawi?

What car do most people hire in Malawi?

SUV cars (Class Standard SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Malawi. Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Suzuki Baleno or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Malawi?

Avis has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD has the second-highest number of locations in Malawi at 4.

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Explore the leading car hire agencies in Malawi known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Malawi. Reviews were last updated on 19 October 2026.

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