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How far in advance should I hire a car in Cotonou?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Cotonou, book about 39 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $61, which is about 13% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Cotonou?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cotonou is Europcar (rated 5.3/10). Hertz (rated 2.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

Europcar
Europcar
5.3
Hertz
Hertz
2.0
Sixt
Sixt
2.0
Avis
Avis
2.0

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Cotonou?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Cotonou is May, when you can expect to pay $89/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Cotonou is September ($147/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$125

February

$121

March

$96

April

$94

May

$89

June

$92

July

$133

August

$119

September

$147

October

$145

November

$143

December

$138

What car do most people hire in Cotonou?

Compact cars (Toyota RAV4, for example) are the most popular in Cotonou. Mini (Hyundai i10) and SUV (Toyota RAV4) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Cotonou.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cotonou?

In Cotonou, Hertz, keddy by Europcar, and Sixt have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Cotonou

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cotonou known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in Cotonou. Reviews were last updated on 26 August 2025.

Europcar

1 location
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Hertz

2.0
Poor
1 review•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Sixt

2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Avis

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

keddy by Europcar

2 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cotonou, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 August 2025.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cotonou?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Cotonou for a month is certainly possible.

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