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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Dar Es Salaam?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Dar Es Salaam 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 20 January 2025.

January

R842

February

R936

March

R861

April

R824

May

R805

June

R992

July

R1 030

August

R974

September

R936

October

R842

November

R880

December

R861

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Dar Es Salaam is May. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Dar Es Salaam

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Dar Es Salaam to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 January 2025.

Small cars

R428 - R930

All Car Types

R428 - R1 843

To hire a small car in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of R681/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania (~R428/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R930/day). In fact, May is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Dar Es Salaam. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Dar Es Salaam, renting a small car saves you 39% 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 Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of R700/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania (~R924/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 227/day). In fact, August is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Dar Es Salaam. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Dar Es Salaam, renting a medium car saves you 37% 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 Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of R1 670/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania (~R1 122/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R5 551/day). In fact, February is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Dar Es Salaam. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Dar Es Salaam, renting a large car is 34% 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 Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of R1 021/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania (~R938/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 562/day). In fact, January is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Dar Es Salaam. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Dar Es Salaam, renting a SUV saves you 8% 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 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 20 January 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Dar Es Salaam, such as Sixt, Europcar and keddy by Europcar. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Sixt

3 locations

Europcar

4 locations

keddy by Europcar

5 locations

Autounion Car Rental

4 locations

1First Car Rental

3 locations

DISCOUNT.QUEBEC

3 locations

FlexWays

2 locations

Sunnycars

2 locations

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 20 January 2025.
  • What are petrol prices like in Dar Es Salaam?

    The average price of petrol in Dar Es Salaam is R20,98/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R944 and R1 364 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Europcar is one of the most popular car hire companies in Dar Es Salaam, offering car hire for around R7 856 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Dar Es Salaam for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 66% on a hire car in Dar Es Salaam. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 88 days prior to your desired date.

  • 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Dar Es Salaam?

    Class Intermediate Crossover, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Dar Es Salaam according to Cheapflights users.

Car hires by fuel type in Dar Es Salaam

Browse car hires by fuel type in Dar Es Salaam. Deals were last updated on 20 January 2025.

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

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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