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Cheap Car Rentals in Durban from $24
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Durban with a pick-up date of 3/11 and drop-off date of 18/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular car types in Durban
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Durban and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 29 October 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Durban this past week from 47 hire locations out of 23 hire agencies. Prices for a Durban small car hire start from $24/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
$24+
Compact
$33+
Intermediate
$28+
People mover
$57+
Full-size SUV
$121+
Passenger van
$123+
Luxury
$101+
Premium SUV
$113+
Compare car rental deals in Durban by type
Here are the best Durban small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Durban medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Durban SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Durban van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Suzuki Swift$24/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage$31/day
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Hyundai i30$33/day
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Best car rental deals found in Durban
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Durban. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Durban with an average daily rate of $63. Data was last updated on 29 October 2025.
Suzuki Swift$24/day
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Toyota Camry$28/day
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Mazda Mazda2$31/day
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Cheapflights insights for Durban car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Durban, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Durban?
Book your rental car in Durban 64 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $35/day on average when booked 64 days ahead, which saves you 37% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Durban?
Thrifty is currently the cheapest car hire company in Durban with deals as low as $15.91/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $17.88/day.
What is the best car rental company in Durban?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Durban is Avis (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
Avis
10.0
Budget
10.0
Hertz
10.0
Thrifty
10.0
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Durban?
Planning to hire a car in Durban? January is the cheapest month, costing about $38 per day. In contrast, November is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $50. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$38
February
$38
March
$42
April
$45
May
$40
June
$40
July
$43
August
$45
September
$42
October
$43
November
$50
December
$50
What car do most people hire in Durban?
Economy cars (Citroen C3 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Durban. SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Durban?
Both Sixt and Woodford have 4 locations in Durban, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Durban
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Durban known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Durban. Reviews were last updated on 29 October 2025.
Avis
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
7.0
Budget
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Hertz
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Thrifty
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Bluu
3 locations
keddy by Europcar
3 locations
1First Car Rental
1 review•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
8.0
Tempest Car Hire
2 locations
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Durban, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 October 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Durban for a week from Firefly?
Hiring a car in Durban for a week can be a great option for travel. Firefly, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $1,194/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Durban?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Durban.
How much is a car hire in Durban for a weekend?
The average price for a weekend car hire in Durban is $0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Durban. For the month of November, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Durban for as low as $0/day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Durban
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Durban. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Durban. Deals were last updated on 29 October 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Durban. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($13+).
Hybrid
$34+
Petrol/Diesel
$13+