Cheap Car Hire in Zambia from R1 339
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 10/4 and drop-off date of 17/4. 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.
Zambia car hires in 2025
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 4 April 2025.
Most popular company | Europcar |
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Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R1 662 |
Cheapest price per day | R1 339 |
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 31 pickup locations in Zambia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 April 2025.
Price | R1 586 - R1 725 |
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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 4 April 2025.
January
R1 862
February
R1 937
March
R1 918
April
R1 674
May
R1 655
June
R1 693
July
R1 881
August
R1 862
September
R1 824
October
R1 805
November
R1 900
December
R1 805
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Zambia is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is February. 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 4 April 2025.
In Zambia, there are 31 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 339/day. View deals for 2 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
R1 339+
Compact
R1 870+
Mini
R1 325+
Pick-up truck
R1 884+
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 4 April 2025.
Small cars | R1 487 - R2 479 | |
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All Car Types | R1 766 - R2 815 |
To hire a small car in Zambia, you would pay an average price of R1 686/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Zambia (~R1 487/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R2 479/day). In fact, July is about 12% 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 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 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 985/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Zambia (~R1 807/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R2 797/day). In fact, June is about 10% 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 saves you 11% 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 R3 163/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Zambia (~R2 315/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R3 942/day). In fact, March is about 27% 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 30% 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 970/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Zambia (~R2 533/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R3 942/day). In fact, April is about 15% 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 26% 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 R1 985/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Zambia (~R1 807/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R2 797/day). In fact, June is about 10% 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 saves you 11% 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 pickup truck hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 4 April 2025.
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.
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Europcar
Sunnycars
INTERRENT
Avis
Shouqi
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 R1 682. Data was last updated on 4 April 2025.
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.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Zambia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 April 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Zambia?
The most popular car hire company at Zambia is Europcar. With prices on ECONOMY starting at R1 353/day about 94% more people book with Europcar than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Zambia?
When visiting Zambia, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Livingstone where rental cars typically will cost around R1 586/day (5% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Zambia was found in Lusaka for just R1 341/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Zambia?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Zambia.