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Cheap Car Hire in Cotonou

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Cotonou, book about 39 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R645, which is about 788% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Cotonou?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Cotonou is Europcar (rated 5.3/10). Hertz (rated 2.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

Europcar
Europcar
5.3
Hertz
Hertz
2.0
Sixt
Sixt
2.0
Avis
Avis
2.0

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

Planning to hire a car in Cotonou? May is the cheapest month, costing about R699 per day. In contrast, September is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 542. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R1 273

February

R1 273

March

R1 076

April

R1 076

May

R699

June

R1 381

July

R1 434

August

R1 398

September

R1 542

October

R1 524

November

R1 506

December

R1 452

What car do most people hire in Cotonou?

Mini cars (Hyundai i10, for example) are the most popular in Cotonou. Compact (Class Compact Car) and SUV (Hyundai Tucson) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Cotonou.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cotonou?

In Cotonou, Europcar, Hertz, and Sixt have 2 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Cotonou

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cotonou known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in Cotonou. Reviews were last updated on 15 June 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Cotonou, including Europcar, Hertz and Sixt in Cotonou. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Europcar

2 locations
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Hertz

2,0
Poor
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

2,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

Sixt

2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

2,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

Avis

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

2,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

keddy by Europcar

1 location
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cotonou, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 June 2025.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Cotonou.

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