Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa from $18
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 South Africa with a pick-up date of 2/7 and drop-off date of 31/7. 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.
South Africa car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South Africa. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 June 2025.
Most popular company | CarWiz |
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Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | $27 |
Cheapest price per day | $18 |
Popular car types in South Africa
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South Africa and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 June 2025.
There are 35 hire agencies servicing South Africa. These agencies, altogether, have 1,362 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in South Africa with prices from $18 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in South Africa:
Economy
$18+
Compact
$19+
Intermediate
$24+
People mover
$41+
Full-size SUV
$88+
Mini
$17+
Passenger van
$121+
Luxury
$82+
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Best car rental deals found in South Africa
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in South Africa. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in South Africa with an average daily rate of $45. Data was last updated on 14 June 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car rentals in South Africa, including options within close proximity to Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car rental options.
Cheapflights insights for South Africa car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Africa, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South Africa?
To get the best deal on car hire in South Africa, book about 1 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $46, which is about 35% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in South Africa?
CarWiz is currently the cheapest car hire company in South Africa with deals as low as $15.04/day found in the past two weeks. Firefly is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $17.48/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Africa?
At South Africa, the best time to rent a car is at May, with an average daily rate of just $46. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $79 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In South Africa, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just $46. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $79 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$50
February
$48
March
$48
April
$51
May
$46
June
$62
July
$51
August
$50
September
$77
October
$79
November
$59
December
$60
What car do most people hire in South Africa?
Economy cars (Toyota Urban Cruiser, for example) are the most popular in South Africa. SUV (Nissan X-Trail) and Passenger van (Mercedes-Benz V-Class) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Africa.
Which car hire company has the most locations in South Africa?
keddy by Europcar has 139 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Bluu has the second-highest number of locations in South Africa at 114.
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across South Africa, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 661 pickup locations in South Africa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 June 2025.
Top rental agencies in South Africa
Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Africa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Africa. Reviews were last updated on 14 June 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in South Africa, including locations near Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 June 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa?
The most popular car hire company at South Africa is Firefly. With prices on ECONOMY starting at $17/day about 404% more people book with Firefly than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in South Africa?
When visiting South Africa, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in East London where rental cars typically will cost around $19/day (27% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Africa was found in East London for just $18/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in South Africa?
In South Africa, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.
Car rentals by fuel type in South Africa
Browse car rentals by fuel type in South Africa. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South Africa. Deals were last updated on 14 June 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Africa. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($22+).
Hybrid
$53+
Petrol/Diesel
$22+