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Cheap Car Hire in Zambia from R1 276

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 30/10 and drop-off date of 24/11. 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 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 7 octubre 2024.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

R1 667

Cheapest price per day

R1 276

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 30 pickup locations in Zambia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 octubre 2024.

Price

R1 467 - R1 620

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 7 octubre 2024.

January

R1 467

February

R1 502

March

R1 537

April

R1 589

May

R1 572

June

R1 554

July

R1 746

August

R1 711

September

R1 676

October

R1 519

November

R1 537

December

R1 449

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Zambia is December. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 7 octubre 2024.

In Zambia, there are 30 active hire locations from 6 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Zambia in the past week - currently priced from R1 276/day. View deals for 2 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

R1 323+

Compact

Compact

R1 276+

Full-size

Full-size

R1 551+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R3 027+

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 7 octubre 2024.

Small cars

R1 138 - R1 727

All Car Types

R1 463 - R2 046

To hire a small car in Zambia, you would pay an average price of R1 430/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Zambia (~R1 138/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R1 727/day). In fact, January is about 21% 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 20% 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 838/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Zambia (~R1 437/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R2 521/day). In fact, January is about 22% 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 4% 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 R2 336/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Zambia (~R1 863/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R3 565/day). In fact, January is about 21% 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 24% 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 R2 336/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Zambia (~R1 863/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R3 565/day). In fact, January is about 21% 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 is 24% 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. 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 807/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Zambia (~R1 464/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R2 521/day). In fact, January is about 20% 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 2% 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.

Toyota Corolla QuestR1 276/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Volkswagen Polo VivoR1 323/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Volkswagen PoloR1 445/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

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 6 car hire companies in Zambia. Reviews were last updated on 7 octubre 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

10 locations

Europcar

9 locations

Sunnycars

5 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 6 hire car agencies in Zambia with an average daily rate of R2 663. Data was last updated on 7 octubre 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.
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 276/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Volkswagen Polo VivoR1 323/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Volkswagen PoloR1 445/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Zambia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 octubre 2024.
  • 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 584/day (1% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Zambia was found in Lusaka for just R1 454/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 7 octubre 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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