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Cheap Car Hire in Windhoek from R395

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 Windhoek with a pick-up date of 11/4 and drop-off date of 6/5. 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.
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Windhoek car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Windhoek. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 April 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

R22,16

Average price per day

R948

Cheapest price per day

R395

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Windhoek 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 5 April 2025.

January

R1 107

February

R1 107

March

R1 088

April

R1 183

May

R1 183

June

R1 145

July

R1 355

August

R1 355

September

R1 336

October

R1 355

November

R1 164

December

R1 126

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Windhoek is March. 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 Windhoek

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Windhoek and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 5 April 2025.

In Windhoek, there are 40 active hire locations from 16 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Windhoek in the past week - currently priced from R395/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 259+

Passenger van

Passenger van

R2 180+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R1 161+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 842+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R1 064+

Compare available car types for rental in Windhoek

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Windhoek to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 April 2025.

Small cars

R585 - R912

All Car Types

R1 064 - R1 457

To hire a small car in Windhoek, Namibia, you would pay an average price of R737/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Windhoek, Namibia (~R585/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R912/day). In fact, March is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Windhoek. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Windhoek, 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. Here are the best Windhoek small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Windhoek, Namibia, you would pay an average price of R1 237/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Windhoek, Namibia (~R1 164/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R2 137/day). In fact, December is about 6% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Windhoek. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Windhoek, renting a medium 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. Here are the best Windhoek medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Windhoek, Namibia, you would pay an average price of R1 791/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Windhoek, Namibia (~R1 521/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 937/day). In fact, June is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Windhoek. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Windhoek, renting a large car is 33% 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 Windhoek, Namibia, you would pay an average price of R1 462/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Windhoek, Namibia (~R1 319/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 599/day). In fact, May is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Windhoek. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Windhoek, 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 Windhoek SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Windhoek, Namibia, you would pay an average price of R1 519/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Windhoek, Namibia (~R1 666/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R2 655/day). In fact, March is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Windhoek. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Windhoek, renting a van is 21% 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 Windhoek, Namibia, you would pay an average price of R1 396/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Windhoek, Namibia (~R1 109/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R2 035/day). In fact, June is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Windhoek. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Windhoek, renting a pickup truck is 14% 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 PoloR395/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Toyota Corolla QuestR399/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Suzuki BalenoR738/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno

Top rental agencies in Windhoek

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Windhoek known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Windhoek. Reviews were last updated on 5 April 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Windhoek, such as Budget, Hertz and Sixt. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Budget

10,0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Hertz

8,0
Very Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

9,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

6,6

Sixt

2 locations

Europcar

6,5
Okay
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,0

Avis

3,3
Poor
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

5,3

Overall

3,3

Pick-up/drop-off

3,3

Value

4,0

Bidvest

5 locations

Bluu

5 locations

keddy by Europcar

4 locations

Best Windhoek car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Windhoek. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Windhoek with an average daily rate of R996. Data was last updated on 5 April 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on hire cars in Windhoek. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Volkswagen PoloR395/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Toyota Corolla QuestR399/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Suzuki BalenoR405/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Windhoek, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Windhoek?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R948/day when booking a car hire in Windhoek. The absolute best deal a user found was for R518/day from Budget, booked on Mar. 30.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Windhoek?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Windhoek from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget (R395/day), Hertz (R405/day), and Avis (R738/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Windhoek?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Budget (10,0 rating), Hertz (8,0 rating) and Europcar (6,5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Windhoek.

  • What are petrol prices like in Windhoek?

    The average price of petrol in Windhoek is R22,16/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R997 and R1 440 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Windhoek for a week from Hertz?

    Hiring a car in Windhoek for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R7 551/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Windhoek for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Windhoek it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 45%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 6 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Windhoek?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Windhoek check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Windhoek for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Budget can potentially be 65% below the average car hire price in Windhoek. Check prices and availability for Budget and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Windhoek is on average R32 363 a month or R1 079 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Windhoek car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Windhoek for a weekend?

    It costs R1 387 for a weekend car hire in Windhoek, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Windhoek in May, prices are R958 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Windhoek?

    The most popular car to hire while in Windhoek is the Volkswagen Polo, which is a Economy vehicle.

Car hires by fuel type in Windhoek

Browse car hires by fuel type in Windhoek. Deals were last updated on 5 April 2025.

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

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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