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How much does Cotonou Airport car hire cost throughout the year?

Sep
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Oct
$77 per day
Nov
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Dec
$77 per day
Jan
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Feb
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Mar
$77 per day
Apr
$77 per day
May
$77 per day
Jun
$77 per day
Jul
$77 per day
Aug
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Our data shows that March is the cheapest month to rent a car from Cotonou Airport. It’s around $77 a day in March, compared to the yearly average which is $77 a day.
Cheapest month avgMarch • $77
Yearly avg price$77

The most popular car rental companies in Cotonou Airport

Avis
Hertz

Cotonou Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily price$179
Most popular carMedium, compact
Cheapest price found$93
Cheapest month to rentMarch
Providers at Cotonou Airport2
Most popular providerAvis
Best time to bookLess than 1 week before

Hiring a car at Cotonou Airport: FAQs

On average, car hire from Cotonou Airport is around $179 per day.

It depends. Some car hire companies at Cotonou Airport accept debit cards, but others require a credit card.

Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
As a general rule, the earlier you book car hire at Cotonou Airport, the better. Booking early often means cheaper prices and a wider choice of cars. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire at Cotonou Airport is usually around $134 per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average daily price of $179.

The cheapest price we found at Cotonou Airport is $93 per day with Avis for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies let you drive a hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it at all.

If you plan to cross a border, check with the company before you travel. Driving abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Hyundai Elantra, averages $179 per day at Cotonou Airport. The cheapest price we found is $162 per day with Hertz.
Small car hire, like the Hyundai i10 or similar, costs on average $109 per day at Cotonou Airport. Right now, the cheapest price we could find is $93 per day with Hertz.
SUV hire, like the Hyundai Kona, averages $180 per day at Cotonou Airport. The lowest price we've found is $180 per day with Hertz.
No. It's a little higher than Benin's average daily car rental price, which is around $109.
Avis and Hertz are currently the only car hire companies available at Cotonou Airport.
Yes – you can pick up Avis hire cars from Cotonou Airport. Their desk is in the airport terminal.
Yes – you can pick up Hertz hire cars from Cotonou Airport. Their desk is in the airport terminal.

Yes – you can hire a car when you touch down in Cotonou Airport and drop it off in another location, which can save you time and money.

Yes. We understand that plans can change last minute, or you might even find a better car rental deal from Cotonou Airport. That's why we highlight the rental cars you can book now and cancel later when you search.

We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals in and around Cotonou. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Cotonou Airport.

When you rent a car near Cotonou Airport, most major providers require you to be at least 21 years old. Some companies charge an extra fee if you're under 25, so make sure you check before booking.

You can book car hire at Cotonou Airport in three simple steps. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.

The documents you need to rent a car at Cotonou Airport vary depending on the car hire provider. In most cases, you’ll need a valid driving licence, photo ID and a credit card. You can check with the car hire provider when you book.

Finding the best car hire deal at Cotonou Airport is quick and easy with Skyscanner. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage, and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.

Currently, the lowest price for car hire at Cotonou Airport we found is $93. And the cheapest rate for car hire nearby is from $69.

It can often be cheaper to hire a car from somewhere near to Cotonou Airport, especially if there's an extra airport pick-up fee. But when you consider the cost of travelling from Cotonou Airport to the pick-up location, and back again at the end of your stay, collecting your wheels as soon as you touch down might still work out more economic, faster and easier.

Although you can often find a cheaper car hire deal away from Cotonou Airport, remember to consider: extra cost of public transport, a taxi to your hotel, or on to that pickup location on top of that price.

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