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Cheap Car Hire in Zambia

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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 30 May 2024.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Premium

Average price per day

$139

Cheapest price per day

$117

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 30 May 2024.

January

$123

February

$125

March

$131

April

$137

May

$132

June

$122

July

$132

August

$132

September

$129

October

$123

November

$129

December

$120

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Zambia is December. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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.

Compare available car types for hire 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 30 May 2024.

Small cars

$79 - $115

All Car Types

$114 - $188

To hire a small car in Zambia, you would pay an average price of $103/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Zambia (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$115/day). In fact, January is about 24% 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, hiring a small car saves you 28% 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.

To hire a medium car in Zambia, you would pay an average price of $138/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Zambia (~$104/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$158/day). In fact, March is about 25% 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, hiring a medium car saves you 4% 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.

To hire a large car in Zambia, you would pay an average price of $146/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Zambia (~$179/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$309/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, hiring 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 $146/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Zambia (~$179/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$309/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, hiring a SUV 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 pickup truck in Zambia, you would pay an average price of $129/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Zambia (~$127/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$158/day). In fact, July is about 3% 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, hiring a pickup truck saves you 10% 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.

Top hire 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 30 May 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Zambia, including locations near Lusaka, Livingstone and Ndola. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

keddy by Europcar

9 locations

Europcar

8 locations

INTERRENT

3 locations

Avis

2 locations

Shouqi

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Zambia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 May 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 $139/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Zambia was found in Lusaka for just $93/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 30 May 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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