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Dar Es Salaam car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Dar Es Salaam. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 August 2026.

Most popular company

AUTOUNION

Price of petrol per litre

R23,80

Average price per day

R867

Cheapest price per day

R367
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Cheapflights insights for Dar Es Salaam car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Dar Es Salaam, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Dar Es Salaam?

For the best savings on car hire in Dar Es Salaam, make your reservation 73 days before pickup. The average price then is just R405/day – about 739% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Dar Es Salaam?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Dar Es Salaam is Autounion Car Rental (rated 4.0/10). G Raffas Cars (rated 0.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Autounion Car Rental
Autounion Car Rental
4.0
G Raffas Cars
G Raffas Cars
0.0
1First Car Rental
1First Car Rental
0.0
Sixt
Sixt
0.0

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Dar Es Salaam?

Planning to hire a car in Dar Es Salaam? November is the cheapest month, costing about R615 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R923. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R647

February

R680

March

R858

April

R793

May

R826

June

R809

July

R906

August

R923

September

R728

October

R890

November

R615

December

R680

What car do most people hire in Dar Es Salaam?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Dar Es Salaam are the following: Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar), Standard cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar), and SUV cars (Toyota Rush or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Dar Es Salaam?

Both Autounion Car Rental and G Raffas Cars have 4 locations in Dar Es Salaam, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Dar Es Salaam

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Dar Es Salaam known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Dar Es Salaam. Reviews were last updated on 17 August 2026.

Autounion Car Rental

4 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

4,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

4,0

G Raffas Cars

1 location
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1First Car Rental

4 locations
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Sixt

3 locations
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FlexWays

3 locations
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DISCOUNT.QUEBEC

3 locations
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Classique Car Rentals

1 location
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keddy by Europcar

5 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Dar Es Salaam, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 August 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Dar Es Salaam?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R867/day when booking a car hire in Dar Es Salaam. The absolute best deal a user found was for R367/day from Autounion Car Rental, booked on Aug. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Dar Es Salaam for a week from Autounion Car Rental?

    Autounion Car Rental is one of the most popular car hire companies in Dar Es Salaam, offering car hire for around R5 461 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Dar Es Salaam?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Dar Es Salaam.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Dar Es Salaam for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Autounion Car Rental can potentially be 59% below the average car hire price in Dar Es Salaam. Check prices and availability for Autounion Car Rental and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Dar Es Salaam is on average R23 406 a month or R780 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Dar Es Salaam car hire.

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