Cheapflights insights for Malawi car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Malawi, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
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 RM 188/day – about 116% 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 RM 29.30/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, with rates starting at RM 51.95/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Malawi?
Planning to hire a car in Malawi? December is the cheapest month, costing about RM 296 per day. In contrast, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 398. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
RM 359
February
RM 394
March
RM 369
April
RM 398
May
RM 374
June
RM 372
July
RM 335
August
RM 329
September
RM 337
October
RM 331
November
RM 343
December
RM 296
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 Axio or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Pick-up truck cars (Class Standard Truck 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.
Top rental agencies in Malawi
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Malawi known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Malawi. Reviews were last updated on 13 October 2026.
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FlexWays
1 review•4 locations
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Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
6.0
FlexWays Locations in Malawi
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Avis
2 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.0
Overall
2.0
Pick-up/drop-off
2.0
Value
2.0
Recent reviews
2.0
|Jul 2023We did not get a full refund. 1000 dollars was taken as a deposit, and the refund was much less, supposedly due to to currency exchange. This is unacceptable. A deposit is not a purchase and the refund should be in full!
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Avis Locations in Malawi
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ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD
4 locations
ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD Locations in Malawi
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Xdrive Mobility
2 locations
Xdrive Mobility Locations in Malawi
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Budget
1 location
Budget Locations in Malawi
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Lilongwe Car Hire
2 locations
Lilongwe Car Hire Locations in Malawi
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keddy by Europcar
4 locations
keddy by Europcar Locations in Malawi
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Europcar
4 locations
Europcar Locations in Malawi
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Malawi, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 October 2026.
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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