Benin car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Benin. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 July 2025.
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Cheapflights insights for Benin car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Benin, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Benin?
For the best savings on car hire in Benin, make your reservation 39 days before pickup. The average price then is just R645/day – about 822% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Benin?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Benin is May, when you can expect to pay R698/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Benin is September (R1 540/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
R1 289
February
R1 271
March
R1 003
April
R985
May
R698
June
R967
July
R1 379
August
R1 397
September
R1 540
October
R1 522
November
R1 504
December
R1 450
What car do most people hire in Benin?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Benin are the following: Compact cars (Class Compact Car or similar), Mini cars (Hyundai i10 or similar), and SUV cars (Mercedes-Benz GLE or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Benin?
Hertz has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Benin at 1.
Top rental agencies in Benin
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Benin known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 4 car hire companies in Benin. Reviews were last updated on 30 July 2025.
Hertz
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Cleanliness
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Avis
keddy by Europcar
Sixt
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Benin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 July 2025.
What side of the road do you drive on in Benin?
In Benin, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.