Cotonou

Cheap Car Rentals in Cotonou

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

For the best savings on car hire in Cotonou, make your reservation 67 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 142/day – about 111% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Cotonou?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cotonou is Avis (rated 2.0/10). Sixt (rated 2.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Cotonou, the best time to rent a car is at May, with an average daily rate of just RM 154. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging RM 358 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 Cotonou, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just RM 154. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging RM 358 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 358

February

RM 350

March

RM 213

April

RM 201

May

RM 154

June

RM 209

July

RM 327

August

RM 213

September

RM 217

October

RM 205

November

RM 350

December

RM 358

What car do most people hire in Cotonou?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Cotonou are the following: SUV cars (Toyota Land Cruiser Prado or similar), Mini cars (Hyundai i10 or similar), and Compact cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cotonou?

Both Hertz and Sixt have 2 locations in Cotonou, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Cotonou

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cotonou known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car rental companies in Cotonou. Reviews were last updated on 2 February 2026.

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Sixt

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Hertz

2.0
Poor
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

America Car Rental

1 location

keddy by Europcar

1 location

Europcar

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cotonou, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 February 2026.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cotonou?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Cotonou for a month is certainly possible.

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