Car hire in Ethiopia from R 640/day

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Compare car hire on price, ease of pick-up, a fair fuel policy and more

Find Ethiopia car rental deals you can amend or cancel if your plans change

Ethiopia car hire at a glance

Most popular provider	Green Motion
Most popular car	Premium/Luxury, 4-5 doors
Pick-up points	1, Addis Ababa is most popular
Cheapest price found	R 640 per day, Addis Ababa
Cheapest month to rent	June
Best time to book	1 week before

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City car hire in Ethiopia

Where in Ethiopia will you set off from? You could find a great price.

Car hire in Addis Ababa

From

R 640

per day

Car hire in Addis Ababa

From

R 640

per day

Airport options in Ethiopia

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

Car hire at Addis Ababa Airport

From

R 640

per day

Car hire at Addis Ababa Airport

From

R 640

per day

Find the best car rental deal in Ethiopia

Find the cheapest time to hire a car in Ethiopia

The cheapest month to rent a car in Ethiopia is May, when the average cost per day is R 758. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is June, when the average cost per day is R 791. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Ethiopia is August.

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Car hire in Ethiopia: FAQs

Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in Ethiopia?

You will need insurance to rent a car in Ethiopia, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

What age do you need to be to hire a car in Ethiopia?

To rent a car with most companies in Ethiopia 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.

What is the best car rental company in Ethiopia?

Our travellers best rated car hire company in Ethiopia is Green Motion. You can rent a car with them for R 1,643 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Green Motion, you can dig deeper here.

What documents do I need to hire a car in Ethiopia?

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Ethiopia depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Ethiopia, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

How do I hire a car in Ethiopia?

It’s easy to hire a car in Ethiopia. First, you need to decide where in Ethiopia you want to pick up your car from.

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.

Can I rent a car in Ethiopia long term?

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.

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Ethiopia?

You may need a credit card to rent a car in Ethiopia. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

Is it expensive to hire a car in Ethiopia?

It depends where in Ethiopia you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Addis Ababa. On average, it costs R 640 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is R 640 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Ethiopia

Here are some tips to help you bag 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 Ethiopia is Premium, 4-5 doors .

Compare across companies

The most popular company in Ethiopia is Green Motion. We search across hundreds of companies to find you a great price with Green Motion.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 1 week before. The cheapest prices we've found are R 640 a day and R 618 a week.

Be flexible

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

Hire a car long term in Ethiopia

Looking to hire 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 hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

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