Car rental in Malawi

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Compare car rentals on price, ease of pickup, a fair fuel policy, and more

Find Malawi car rental deals you can modify or cancel if your plans change

Malawi car rental at a glance

Most popular providerANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD
Most popular carPremium/Luxury, Pickup
Pick-up points
Cheapest price found
Cheapest month to rentJuly
Best time to book1 week before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Malawi could cost, we've pulled prices from Lumbadzi.

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Cities in Malawi

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

Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Malawi

A cheaper month to rent a car in Malawi is July, when the average cost per day is 694 SEK. If that doesn’t work for you, try searching for another month you’d like to travel in and compare deals today.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Malawi could cost, we've pulled prices from Lumbadzi.

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Car rental in Malawi: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Malawi, 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 Malawi, 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 Malawi is Avis. You can rent a car with them for 1.254 SEK on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Avis, you can dig deeper here.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Malawi 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 Malawi, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in Malawi. First, you need to decide where in Malawi 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 Malawi. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in Malawi you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Lilongwe. On average, it costs 978 SEK per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is 532 SEK per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Malawi

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 Malawi is Luxury.

Compare across companies

The most popular car rental company in Malawi is ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD. We search across hundreds of companies to find you a great price with ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD.

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 532 SEK a day and 2.582 SEK a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Malawi 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 Malawi. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Malawi is Blantyre. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Lumbadzi.

Rent a car long term in Malawi

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 Malawi with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.