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Cheap Car Rentals in Africa from RM 54

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 27/1 and drop-off date of 28/2. 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 2025

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 22 January 2025.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

RM 93

Cheapest price per day

RM 54

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 22 January 2025.
Economy

Economy

RM 60+

Compact

Compact

RM 74+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 78+

Standard

Standard

RM 578+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 151+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 221+

Mini

Mini

RM 60+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 448+

Compare available car types for rental in Africa

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Africa to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 January 2025.

Small cars

RM 40 - RM 182

All Car Types

RM 59 - RM 336

To rent a small car in Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 70/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Africa (~RM 40/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 182/day). In fact, November is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Africa, renting a small car saves you 56% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Africa small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 138/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Africa (~RM 100/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 423/day). In fact, October is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Africa, renting a medium car saves you 13% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Africa medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 157/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Africa (~RM 100/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 549/day). In fact, October is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Africa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Africa, renting a SUV saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Africa SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton PersonaRM 60/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Perodua AxiaRM 67/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia

Best Africa car rental deals found

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 22 January 2025.
Proton PersonaRM 60/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Perodua AxiaRM 67/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Honda CityRM 74/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Africa?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 93/day when booking a car hire in Africa. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 75/day from Budget, booked on Jan. 20.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Africa?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Africa from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (RM 99/day), Autounion Car Rental (RM 111/day), and Alamo (RM 295/day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Africa for a week from Budget?

    Budget offers hire cars in Africa for about RM 2,921 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Africa for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 56% in Africa - we recommend booking at least 73days in advance.

  • 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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Africa for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 82% on a month-long rental by booking with Budget. Budget is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Africa can cost you on average RM 12,517 a month or RM 417 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Small car rentals in Africa

Find small car rental deals in Africa from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Africa cost an average of RM 154 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 January 2025.
Perodua AxiaRM 54/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Perodua AxiaRM 63/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Perodua MyviRM 66/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi

Luxury car rentals in Africa

Find luxury car rental deals in Africa from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Africa cost an average of RM 353 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 January 2025.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 300/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 362/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 375/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Van rentals in Africa

Find people carrier rental deals in Africa from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in Africa cost an average of RM 286 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 January 2025.
Toyota InnovaRM 136/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRM 147/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Proton ExoraRM 149/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora

Car rentals by fuel type in Africa

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Africa. Deals were last updated on 22 January 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Africa. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 66+

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