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Cheap Car Hire in Zambia from R1 160

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 Zambia with a pick-up date of 28/5 and drop-off date of 4/6. 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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Zambia car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Zambia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 May 2026.

Most popular company

GREEN MOTION

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R1 344

Cheapest price per day

R1 160
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Popular car types in Zambia

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Zambia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 22 May 2026.
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In Zambia, there are 41 active hire locations from 9 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Zambia in the past week - currently priced from R1 160/day. View deals for one car type available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

R1 160+

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Compact

Compact

R1 490+

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Full-size

Full-size

R1 878+

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Best car hire deals found in Zambia

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Zambia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Zambia with an average daily rate of R1 366. Data was last updated on 22 May 2026.
Volkswagen GolfR1 160/day
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A/C
Volkswagen Golf
Found 05/21/26
Volkswagen GolfR1 321/day
2
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A/C
Volkswagen Golf
Found 05/20/26
Suzuki CiazR1 490/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Found 05/21/26

Cheapflights insights for Zambia car hires

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

Book your car hire in Zambia 20 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R1 240/day on average when booked 20 days ahead, which saves you 1 111% off the average price.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Zambia is January, when you can expect to pay R1 569/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Zambia is June (R1 843/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 569

February

R1 816

March

R1 629

April

R1 706

May

R1 646

June

R1 843

July

R1 596

August

R1 646

September

R1 756

October

R1 618

November

R1 690

December

R1 690

Which car hire company has the most locations in Zambia?

Avis has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. INTERRENT has the second-highest number of locations in Zambia at 3.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Zambia, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 36 pickup locations in Zambia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 May 2026.
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Top rental agencies in Zambia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Zambia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Zambia. Reviews were last updated on 22 May 2026.

Avis

2 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Europcar

11 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

INTERRENT

3 locations
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Xdrive Mobility

3 locations
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Final Rentals

4 locations
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GREEN MOTION

1 location
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Shouqi

1 location
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keddy by Europcar

11 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Zambia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 May 2026.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Zambia?

    When visiting Zambia, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Lusaka where rental cars typically will cost around R1 249/day (8% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Zambia was found in Lusaka for just R843/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Zambia?

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in Zambia.

Car hires by fuel type in Zambia

Browse car hires by fuel type in Zambia. Deals were last updated on 22 May 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Zambia. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R114+

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