Cheapflights insights for Dakar car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Dakar, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Dakar?
For the best savings on car hire in Dakar, make your reservation 73 days before pickup. The average price then is just $95/day – about 38% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Dakar?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Dakar is GREEN MOTION (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Budget (rated 6.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Dakar?
At Dakar, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just $96. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging $110 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Dakar, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just $96. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging $110 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$100
February
$104
March
$96
April
$110
May
$101
June
$106
July
$110
August
$110
September
$101
October
$104
November
$103
December
$104
What car do most people hire in Dakar?
Economy cars (Suzuki Jimny or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Dakar. Full-size cars (Class Standard SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Commercial cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Dakar?
Hertz has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Dakar at 5.
Top hire agencies in Dakar, Senegal
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Dakar, Senegal known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Dakar, Senegal. Reviews were last updated on 4 September 2025.
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Avis
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keddy by Europcar
Sixt
Ok Mobility
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Dakar, Senegal, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Dakar for a week from Hertz?
Hertz offers hire cars in Dakar for about $362 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Dakar?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Dakar it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.