Africa

Cheap Car Rentals in Africa from RM 51

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 28/3 and drop-off date of 4/4. 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 2026

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 21 March 2026.

Most common car type

Economy

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 21 March 2026.
Economy

Economy

RM 51+

Compact

Compact

RM 53+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 71+

Standard

Standard

RM 89+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 175+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 176+

Premium

Premium

RM 204+

Luxury

Luxury

RM 241+

Compare car rental deals in Africa by type

Here are the best Africa small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota YarisRM 51/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Honda CityRM 53/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Nissan AlmeraRM 112/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera

Best car rental deals found in Africa

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 21 March 2026.
Toyota YarisRM 51/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Honda CityRM 53/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Perodua BezzaRM 71/day
5
M
A/C
Perodua Bezza

Cheapflights insights for Africa car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Africa, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

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

For the best savings on car hire in Africa, make your reservation 5 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 183/day – about 250% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Africa?

Looking to hire a car in Africa? Sixt had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 64.69/day. NU Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 68.07/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Africa?

At Africa, the best time to rent a car is at September, with an average daily rate of just RM 177. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging RM 241 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Africa, the best time to rent a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just RM 177. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging RM 241 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

RM 194

February

RM 194

March

RM 193

April

RM 234

May

RM 183

June

RM 208

July

RM 241

August

RM 231

September

RM 177

October

RM 195

November

RM 181

December

RM 223

What car do most people hire in Africa?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Africa are the following: Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar), SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar), and Mini cars (Toyota Yaris or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Africa?

keddy by Europcar has 334 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Africa at 282.

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 March 2026.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Africa for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar offers hire cars in Africa for about RM 1,909 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Africa check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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