Cheap Car Hire in Malawi from R1 328
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 Malawi with a pick-up date of 23/4 and drop-off date of 24/4. 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.
Malawi car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Malawi. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Most popular company | Avis |
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Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | R1 296 |
Cheapest price per day | R1 328 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Malawi?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Malawi 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 15 April 2025.
January
R1 551
February
R1 475
March
R927
April
R1 229
May
R1 646
June
R1 721
July
R1 532
August
R1 343
September
R1 608
October
R1 570
November
R1 400
December
R1 551
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Malawi is March. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. 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 Malawi
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Malawi and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 April 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Malawi this past week from 23 hire locations out of 8 hire agencies. Prices for a Malawi small car hire start from R1 328/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
R1 328+
Compact
R1 439+
SUV
R1 550+
Full-size SUV
R2 481+
Pick-up truck
R2 530+
Premium SUV
R3 450+
Intermediate SUV
R2 481+
Compare available car types for rental in Malawi
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Malawi to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Small cars | R756 - R1 614 | |
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All Car Types | R1 356 - R1 843 |
To hire a small car in Malawi, you would pay an average price of R1 172/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Malawi (~R756/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 614/day). In fact, February is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Malawi. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Malawi, renting a small car saves you 25% 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 Malawi small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Malawi, you would pay an average price of R1 049/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Malawi (~R835/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R2 344/day). In fact, July is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Malawi. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Malawi, renting a medium car saves you 33% 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 Malawi, you would pay an average price of R1 718/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Malawi (~R1 464/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R2 472/day). In fact, February is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Malawi. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Malawi, renting a large car is 10% 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 Malawi, you would pay an average price of R1 891/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Malawi (~R1 542/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R2 491/day). In fact, August is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Malawi. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Malawi, renting a SUV is 18% 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 Malawi SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a pickup truck in Malawi, you would pay an average price of R1 384/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Malawi (~R1 422/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R2 068/day). In fact, January is about 2% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Malawi. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Malawi, renting a pickup truck saves you 12% 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 Malawi pickup truck hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Malawi
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Malawi known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Malawi. Reviews were last updated on 15 April 2025.
FlexWays
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Avis
Overview
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ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD
Europcar
keddy by Europcar
Lilongwe Car Hire
Budget
SS Travels
Best Malawi car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Malawi. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Malawi with an average daily rate of R2 473. Data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Malawi, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 April 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Malawi?
The most popular car hire company at Malawi is Avis. With prices on ECONOMY starting at R1 323/day about 43% more people book with Avis than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Malawi?
At R1 057/day, the cheapest car hire price in Malawi was found in Lilongwe. On average, Lilongwe has the cheapest daily rental car price (R1 157/day), which is 0% below average price for cities in Malawi.
What side of the road do you drive on in Malawi?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Malawi.