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Cheap Car Rentals in Africa from S$ 14

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 5-7 and drop-off date of 22-7. 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 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

1First Car Rental

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

S$ 42

Cheapest price per day

S$ 14

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 13 June 2025.
Economy

Economy

S$ 14+

Compact

Compact

S$ 17+

Intermediate

Intermediate

S$ 19+

Standard

Standard

S$ 66+

People carrier

People carrier

S$ 23+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

S$ 66+

Mini

Mini

S$ 15+

Premium

Premium

S$ 77+

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:

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

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

Honda FitS$ 14/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitS$ 15/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Volkswagen PoloS$ 16/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

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 13 June 2025.
Honda FitS$ 14/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitS$ 15/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Volkswagen PoloS$ 16/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

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 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just S$ 45/day – about 15% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Africa?

Looking to hire a car in Africa? Firefly had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only S$ 13.82/day. Woodford also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at S$ 17.38/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in Africa? January is the cheapest month, costing about S$ 45 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of S$ 62. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

S$ 45

February

S$ 46

March

S$ 46

April

S$ 50

May

S$ 46

June

S$ 52

July

S$ 62

August

S$ 61

September

S$ 46

October

S$ 48

November

S$ 47

December

S$ 53

What car do most people rent in Africa?

Economy cars (Class Economy Car, for example) are the most popular in Africa. SUV (Class Full-size SUV) and Full-size (Class Full-size SUV) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Africa.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Africa?

keddy by Europcar has 324 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Africa at 271.

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Africa, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Africa for a week from U-Save?

    Hiring a car in Africa for a week can be a great option for travel. U-Save, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around S$ 272/week on average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Africa.

Car rentals by fuel type in Africa

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Africa. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

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

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 145+

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