Car rental in Ethiopia

Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rentals in Ethiopia

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

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

Ethiopia car rental at a glance

Most popular providerGreen Motion
Most popular carPremium/Luxury, 4-5 doors
Pick-up points1, Addis Ababa is most popular
Cheapest price found$58 per day, Addis Ababa
Cheapest month to rentJuly
Best time to book1 week before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Ethiopia could cost, we've pulled prices from Addis Ababa.

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City car rental in Ethiopia

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

Airport options in Ethiopia

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

Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Ethiopia

The cheapest month to rent a car in Ethiopia is July, when the average cost per day is $64. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is June, when the average cost per day is $81. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Ethiopia is February.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Ethiopia could cost, we've pulled prices from Addis Ababa.

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Car rental in Ethiopia: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Ethiopia, 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 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.
Our travelers' best-rated car rental company in Ethiopia is Green Motion. You can rent a car with them for $140 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Green Motion, you can dig deeper here.
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 driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in Ethiopia, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in Ethiopia. First, you need to decide where in Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in Ethiopia you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Addis Ababa. On average, it costs $69 per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is $58 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Ethiopia

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" and "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 door .

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 rentals to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is one week before. The cheapest prices we've found are $58 a day and $57 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Ethiopia you're going to visit? There are 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.

Rent a car long-term in Ethiopia

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