Cheap Car Hire in Tanzania from £18
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 Tanzania with a pick-up date of 1/9 and drop-off date of 7/9. 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.
Tanzania car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Tanzania. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 July 2025.
Most popular company | Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | £27 |
Cheapest price per day | £18 |
Popular car types in Tanzania
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Tanzania and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 3 July 2025.
There are, in total, 98 car hire locations in Tanzania that are operated by 22 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £18/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Tanzania hire providers:
Economy
£19+
Compact
£21+
Intermediate
£24+
Standard
£25+
Full-size
£24+
SUV
£23+
People carrier
£33+
Full-size SUV
£152+
Compare car hire deals in Tanzania by type
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Best car hire deals found in Tanzania
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Tanzania. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Tanzania with an average daily rate of £39. Data was last updated on 3 July 2025.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the Tanzania region, including options close to Zanzibar, Dar Es Salaam and Arusha. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Cheapflights insights for Tanzania car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Tanzania, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Tanzania?
Book your car hire in Tanzania 61 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £22/day on average when booked 61 days ahead, which saves you 49% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Tanzania?
Autounion Car Rental is currently the cheapest car hire company in Tanzania with deals as low as £14.24/day found in the past two weeks. DISCOUNT.QUEBEC is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £16.71/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Tanzania?
At Tanzania, the best time to hire a car is in April, with an average daily rate of just £25. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging £38 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Tanzania, the best time to hire a car is in April, with an average daily rate of just £25. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging £38 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
£29
February
£29
March
£29
April
£25
May
£29
June
£31
July
£36
August
£38
September
£35
October
£32
November
£31
December
£33
What car do most people hire in Tanzania?
SUV cars (Suzuki Grand Vitara or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Tanzania. Intermediate cars (Suzuki Grand Vitara or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Tanzania?
Autounion Car Rental has 14 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. DISCOUNT.QUEBEC has the second-highest number of locations in Tanzania at 11.
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Tanzania, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 64 pickup locations in Tanzania to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 July 2025.
Top hire agencies in Tanzania
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Tanzania known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Tanzania. Reviews were last updated on 3 July 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Tanzania region, including those located within the Zanzibar, Dar Es Salaam and Arusha area. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Tanzania, including locations around Zanzibar, Dar Es Salaam and Arusha.
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Autounion Car Rental
DISCOUNT.QUEBEC
keddy by Europcar
Europcar
Sunnycars
FlexWays
1First Car Rental
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tanzania, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 July 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Tanzania?
With an average price of £21/day, Autounion Car Rental is the most popular car hire provider in Tanzania, booking 319% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Tanzania?
At £16/day, the cheapest car hire price in Tanzania was found in Arusha. On average, Zanzibar has the cheapest daily rental car price (£29/day), which is 12% below average price for cities in Tanzania.
What side of the road do you drive on in Tanzania?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Tanzania.