Port Elizabeth

Cheap Car Rentals in Port Elizabeth

Port Elizabeth, South Africa
3 May — 10 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Fri 3/5
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Port Elizabeth car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Port Elizabeth. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Most popular company

BLUU

Price of petrol per litre

$2.19

Average price per day

$33

Cheapest price per day

$30

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Port Elizabeth?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Port Elizabeth and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 26 April 2024.

January

$45

February

$57

March

$62

April

$55

May

$47

June

$47

July

$47

August

$43

September

$43

October

$45

November

$47

December

$48

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Port Elizabeth is August. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Port Elizabeth

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Port Elizabeth to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Small cars

$29 - $53

All Car Types

$31 - $98

To hire a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of $34/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~$29/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$53/day). In fact, July is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a small car saves you 21% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of $47/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~$46/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$192/day). In fact, December is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a medium car is 11% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Port Elizabeth

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Port Elizabeth known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Port Elizabeth. Reviews were last updated on 26 April 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Port Elizabeth, including keddy by Europcar, Budget and Avis. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

keddy by Europcar

4 locations

Budget

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.8
Wonderful
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

1First Car Rental

1 location

Hertz

6.0
Okay
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

4.5

GREEN MOTION

2 locations

Europcar

4.5
Mediocre
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.5

Dollar

3.6
Poor
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

4.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Port Elizabeth, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Port Elizabeth?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $33/day when booking a car hire in Port Elizabeth. The absolute best deal a user found was for $30/day from Firefly, booked on Apr. 21.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Port Elizabeth?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (10.0 rating), Avis (9.6 rating) and Dollar (3.6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Port Elizabeth.

  • What are petrol prices like in Port Elizabeth?

    The average price of petrol in Port Elizabeth is $2.19/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $98 and $142 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Port Elizabeth for a week from Bluu?

    From Bluu you can hire a car in Port Elizabeth from about $244 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Port Elizabeth for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 70% on a hire car in Port Elizabeth. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 88 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Port Elizabeth?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Port Elizabeth however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Port Elizabeth for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Port Elizabeth can be found for $1,045. You can find car rental deals for $35 a day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Port Elizabeth?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Port Elizabeth is Mini (Class Mini Car) based on our Cheapflights data.

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