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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 67 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R577, which is about 763% 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 Avis (rated 2.0/10). Sixt (rated 2.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Avis
Avis
2.0
Sixt
Sixt
2.0
Hertz
Hertz
2.0
America Car Rental
America Car Rental
0.0

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 R625 per day. In contrast, January is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 458. 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 458

February

R1 426

March

R865

April

R817

May

R625

June

R849

July

R1 330

August

R865

September

R881

October

R833

November

R1 426

December

R1 458

What car do most people hire in Cotonou?

SUV cars (Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, for example) are the most popular in Cotonou. Mini (Hyundai i10) and Compact (Toyota RAV4) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Cotonou.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cotonou?

Both Hertz and Sixt have 2 locations in Cotonou, 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 6 car hire companies in Cotonou. Reviews were last updated on 7 February 2026.

Avis

1 location
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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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Cleanliness

2,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

Hertz

2,0
Poor
1 review•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

America Car Rental

1 location
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keddy by Europcar

1 location
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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 7 February 2026.

  • 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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