Avis
Suzuki Baleno
or similar
Blantyre Airport
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $74/day
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Car rental in Malawi
2 airports · 2 cities · drives on the left
- Free cancellation on most offers
- 24/7 customer service
- No hidden fees
- Pay later on many offers
- 2rental companies
- from $74 per day
Half of the offers here cost under $98 a day, and one in ten under $76. The companies with the most offices here are Avis and Europcar. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jul 2026.
- In the terminal: 1
- Free cancellation: 2 of 2
- Avis
- Europcar
Where to rent a car in Malawi
Data from the 12 months to Jul 2026.
- Blantyre Airport 2 companies · In the terminal from $76
Rental prices in Malawi by car class
| Class | Typical cars | Suppliers | Cheapest at | From / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | Suzuki Baleno, Volkswagen Polo | 1 | Blantyre Airport | $74 |
| Compact | Toyota Axio, Toyota Corolla | 2 | Blantyre Airport | $76 |
| SUV | Nissan Patrol, Suzuki Jimny, Suzuki Vitara | 2 | Blantyre Airport | $82 |
| Minivan | Toyota Land Cruiser Hardtop, Toyota Quantum | 1 | Blantyre Airport | $113 |
| Cargo van | Toyota Hilux | 1 | Blantyre Airport | $98 |
| Large truck | Toyota Hilux Double | 1 | Blantyre Airport | $134 |
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jul 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices
Avis
Europcar
Toyota Axio
or similar
Blantyre Airport
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $76/day
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Avis
Avis
Toyota Corolla
or similar
Blantyre Airport
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $89/day
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Avis
Avis
Suzuki Vitara
or similar
Blantyre Airport
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $89/day
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Europcar
Toyota Rush
or similar
Blantyre Airport
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $97/day
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Europcar
Toyota Fortuner
or similar
Blantyre Airport
- 5 seats
- 5 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $130/day
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Avis
Avis
Toyota Land Cruiser
or similar
Blantyre Airport
- 5 seats
- 6 bags
- Air conditioning
from $176/day
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Avis
Toyota Quantum
or similar
Blantyre Airport
- 14 seats
- 3 bags
- Air conditioning
from $113/day
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Avis
Toyota Land Cruiser Hardtop
or similar
Blantyre Airport
- 12 seats
- 3 bags
- Air conditioning
from $140/day
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Avis
Avis
Toyota Hilux Double
or similar
Blantyre Airport
- 5 seats
- 5 bags
- Air conditioning
from $134/day
See prices
Car rental companies in Malawi
Rating is the average over the company's offices in Malawi. Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Jul 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices
Avis
1 office:
Blantyre Airport
In the terminal · free cancellation
from $77
Europcar
1 office:
Blantyre Airport
free cancellation
from $76
Rental conditions in Malawi
Based on 2 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Jul 2026.
| Driver age | Minimum age 23. Maximum age 70. |
|---|---|
| Debit card | Not accepted by any of the 2 suppliers. |
| Credit card | Usually required, in the main driver's name. 2 of 2 suppliers list no debit option. |
| Mileage | Unlimited at 1 of 2 suppliers. Limited at Europcar. |
| Fuel policy | Full to full (2 suppliers) |
| Transmission | Automatic 38%, manual 62%. |
| Cancellation | Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 2 suppliers. |
| Insurance included | Theft protection (TP) (2 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (2 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (1 supplier). Deductible: $2 403–$11 537. |
| Included in the price | Taxes |
| One-way rental | Allowed by 1 supplier. One-way fee seen: $253. |
| Extras | Infant seat (2 suppliers), GPS (1 supplier), Child seat (1 supplier), Booster seat (1 supplier) |
| Special offers | Pre-registration available (1 supplier) |
Van, SUV and luxury car rental in Malawi
Data from the 12 months to Jul 2026.
- Van rental 3 cars from $98
- SUV rental 6 cars from $82
- Luxury car rental no cars seen yet
Car rental in Malawi: FAQ
How much does it cost to rent a car in Malawi?
Half of the offers we have seen in Malawi cost under $98 a day, and one in ten under $76. The cheapest class is Economy, from $74 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jul 2026.
What is the minimum age to rent a car in Malawi?
The lowest minimum age among our partners in Malawi is 23.
Can I rent a car in Malawi with a debit card?
None of our partners in Malawi accept a debit card. You need a credit card.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Malawi?
In Malawi you drive on the left. 38% of the rental cars are automatic.
What are the driving rules in Malawi?
Speed limits: 50 km/h in towns · 80 km/h on rural roads · 100 km/h on motorways. Drink-drive limit: 0.08% blood alcohol. Sources: WHO Global status report on road safety 2023, EU Your Europe road rules and national road operators, checked October 2026. Local signs always apply.