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Suzuki Baleno

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$81.32

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Toyota Corolla

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Toyota Hilux

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Ford Everest

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$139.86

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Toyota Land Cruiser

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$191.40

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Volkswagen Polo

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Suzuki Jimny

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Suzuki Vitara

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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 05:40 on 28/10/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

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Map of top car rental locations

Kamuzu International Airport (LLW)

2 rental locations

Chileka International Airport (BLZ)

1 rental locations

Lilongwe (Downtown)

1 rental locations

When to book in Malawi and for how long?

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Malawi?

The cost of renting a car in Malawi varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.

Saver's insights

Cheapest monthJanuary	Most expensive month March
Average price $58	A good deal $105	Cheapest supplier Avis	Cheapest car type Small cars

Average rental costs per day in Malawi

$134

$67

$55

in January

Jan

$56

in February

Feb

$121

in March

Mar

$88

in April

Apr

$87

in May

May

$56

in June

Jun

$66

in July

Jul

Aug

$77

in September

Sep

$72

in October

Oct

$96

in November

Nov

$74

in December

Dec

The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Malawi is January — when rental costs average $54.88 per day. This is 6% cheaper than the yearly average and 55% cheaper than renting a car in March (when prices average $121.37 per day).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Malawi?

Based on how many customers search for a car in Malawi, the most popular month is April, while the least popular is February.

Monthly searches in Malawi by pick-up date relative to the average

2.1

1.1 times in January

Jan

0.3 times in February

Feb

0.5 times in March

Mar

1.9 times in April

Apr

1.1 times in May

May

0.5 times in June

Jun

1.1 times in July

Jul

Aug

1.9 times in September

Sep

0.8 times in October

Oct

0.5 times in November

Nov

1.3 times in December

Dec

What’s the average rental length in Malawi?

How long renters typically keep their vehicle sometimes varies depending on the time of year. Travelers tend to keep their rental cars longer in December — an average of 13 days. They tend to keep them for a shorter time in April — an average of 5 days.

Average number of rental days in Malawi

9 days in January

Jan

8 days in February

Feb

7 days in March

Mar

5 days in April

Apr

10 days in May

May

12 days in June

Jun

11 days in July

Jul

Aug

11 days in September

Sep

6 days in October

Oct

6 days in November

Nov

13 days in December

Dec

Car rental information

📍 Car rental locations	4
✈️ Airport locations	2
🔥 Popular suppliers	ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, Avis
🚗 Popular car types	SUVs, large cars, medium cars, small cars
🤑 Lowest price	$81 per day
👛 Cheapest supplier	Avis

Most popular car models of rental suppliers

Rental Supplier	Model	Doors	Type
ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD	Toyota Corolla Altis	4	Medium car
ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD	Toyota Fortuner	5	SUV
ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD	Ford Ranger	4	Large car
ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD	Toyota Corolla	4	Large car
ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD	Toyota Rush	5	SUV
Avis	Suzuki Baleno	4	Small car
ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD	Nissan X-Trail (5+2)	5	SUV
Avis	Suzuki Jimny	4	SUV
ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD	Toyota Corolla	4	Large car
ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD	Mazda 2	4	Medium car

Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 22, 2026)

When is the best time to rent a car in Malawi?

Prices are lowest during January, starting at $55 for an Economy car and highest in March, when economy cars start at $121. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month in Malawi is April, while the least popular month is February.

What car rental companies are available in Malawi?

Malawi hosts: Avis, ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.

Car rental statistics

Highest-rated company

Avis (rated 8.2 / 10)

Lowest-rated company

ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD (rated 7.5 / 10)

Total number of reviews

Total rental companies

Average daily price

$110

Lowest daily price

$81

Total cars available

Top 2 suppliers in Malawi in 2026

Avis

1 location

8.2

Good

Value for money

8.2

Ease of finding

8.2

Agent helpfulness

8.2

Pick-up speed

8.0

Drop-off speed

8.2

Car cleanliness

8.3

Car condition

8.4

$81–$191

per day

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