Zambia

Cheap Car Hire in Zambia from R1 274

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Zambia with a pick-up date of 28/5 and drop-off date of 30/5. 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.
Lusaka, Zambia
May 4 — May 11
Driver's age: 26-65
Lusaka, Zambia
Sat 4/5
Noon
Sat 11/5
Noon

Zambia car hires in 2024

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 27 April 2024.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

R1 876

Cheapest price per day

R1 274

Zambia car hire prices in popular cities

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 23 pickup locations in Zambia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Price

R1 491 - R2 105

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Zambia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Zambia and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

January

R1 549

February

R1 568

March

R1 644

April

R1 663

May

R1 568

June

R1 531

July

R1 663

August

R1 682

September

R1 549

October

R1 549

November

R1 625

December

R1 512

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Zambia is December. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 27 April 2024.

In Zambia, there are 23 active hire locations from 5 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Zambia in the past week - currently priced from R1 274/day. View deals for 2 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

R1 274+

Compact

Compact

R1 499+

Full-size

Full-size

R1 465+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 250+

Compare available car types for rental in Zambia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Zambia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Small cars

R1 231 - R1 853

All Car Types

R1 541 - R2 028

To hire a small car in Zambia, you would pay an average price of R1 432/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Zambia (~R1 231/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R1 853/day). In fact, January is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Zambia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zambia, renting a small car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Zambia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Zambia, you would pay an average price of R1 911/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Zambia (~R1 555/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R2 728/day). In fact, January is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Zambia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zambia, renting a medium car is 8% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Zambia, you would pay an average price of R1 808/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Zambia (~R2 016/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R3 864/day). In fact, January is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Zambia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zambia, renting a large car is 3% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Zambia, you would pay an average price of R1 748/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Zambia (~R2 016/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R3 864/day). In fact, January is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Zambia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zambia, renting a SUV saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Zambia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Zambia, you would pay an average price of R1 854/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Zambia (~R1 567/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R2 728/day). In fact, October is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Zambia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zambia, renting a pickup truck is 5% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Volkswagen PoloR1 274/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen PoloR1 459/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 499/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 5 car hire companies in Zambia. Reviews were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Zambia region, including those located within the Lusaka, Livingstone and Ndola area. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.

keddy by Europcar

9 locations

Europcar

8 locations

INTERRENT

3 locations

Avis

2 locations

Shouqi

1 location

Best Zambia car hire deals found

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 5 hire car agencies in Zambia with an average daily rate of R1 846. Data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Browse some of the deals we've come across on car hires in the Zambia region, including options close to Lusaka, Livingstone and Ndola. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Volkswagen PoloR1 274/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen PoloR1 459/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 499/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Zambia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2024.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Zambia?

    The most popular car hire company at Zambia is Europcar. With prices on ECONOMY starting at R1 479/day about 68% more people book with Europcar than other companies in the country.

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

    When visiting Zambia, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Livingstone where rental cars typically will cost around R1 804/day (7% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Zambia was found in Lusaka for just R1 187/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 27 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Zambia. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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