Car rental in Rwanda

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Rwanda car rental at a glance

Most popular providerEuropcar
Most popular carCompact, 4-5 doors
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Cheapest month to rentJanuary
Best time to book1 week before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Rwanda could cost, we've pulled prices from Kigali.

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Cities in Rwanda

Take a look at the different cities in Rwanda you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less traveled.

Airports in Rwanda

If you’re flying to Rwanda, it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Rwanda

The cheapest month to rent a car in Rwanda is January, when the average cost per day is ฿1,639. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is August, when the average cost per day is ฿1,679. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Rwanda is December.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Rwanda could cost, we've pulled prices from Kigali.

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Getting the cheapest car rental in Rwanda

Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats," "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Rwanda is Medium.

Compare across companies

The most popular car rental company in Rwanda is Europcar. We search across hundreds of companies to find you a great price with Europcar.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rental to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 1 week before. The cheapest prices we've found are ฿3,983 a day and ฿13,482 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Rwanda you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick up your rental car. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Rwanda. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Rwanda is Kigali. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Kigali.

Rent a car long term in Rwanda

Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore, too. Give it a try today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in Rwanda with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.

Car rental in Rwanda: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Rwanda, but you won't necessarily need "extra" insurance. Different car rental companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.
To rent a car with most companies in Rwanda, you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.
Our travelers' best-rated car rental company in Rwanda is Europcar. You can rent a car with them for ฿5,839 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Europcar, you can dig deeper here.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Rwanda depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in Rwanda, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in Rwanda. First, you need to decide where in Rwanda you want to pick up your car.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.
You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in Rwanda. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in Rwanda you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Kigali. On average, it costs ฿5,406 per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is ฿3,983 per day.