Cape Town

Cheap Car Rentals in Cape Town from HK$119

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 Cape Town with a pick-up date of 23-3 and drop-off date of 6-4. 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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Cape Town car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Cape Town. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 March 2026.

Most popular company

1FIRSTCARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

HK$9.49

Average price per day

HK$834

Cheapest price per day

HK$119

Popular car types in Cape Town

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Cape Town and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 18 March 2026.

In Cape Town, there are 110 active hire locations from 31 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Cape Town in the past week - currently priced from HK$119/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

HK$119+

Compact

Compact

HK$156+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$181+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$312+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$448+

Premium

Premium

HK$525+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$456+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

HK$470+

Compare car rental deals in Cape Town by type

Here are the best Cape Town small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Cape Town medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Cape Town SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mazda Mazda2HK$119/day
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Mazda Mazda2
Mazda Mazda2HK$149/day
2
5
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A/C
Mazda Mazda2
Honda FitHK$156/day
4
5
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A/C
Honda Fit

Best car rental deals found in Cape Town

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Cape Town. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Cape Town with an average daily rate of HK$337. Data was last updated on 18 March 2026.
Mazda Mazda2HK$119/day
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A/C
Mazda Mazda2
Mazda Mazda2HK$149/day
2
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Mazda Mazda2
Honda FitHK$156/day
4
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Honda Fit

Cheapflights insights for Cape Town car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cape Town, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Cape Town?

For the best savings on car rentals in Cape Town, make your reservation 55 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$180/day – about 567% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Cape Town?

In Cape Town, the most affordable car hire company right now is Firefly, offering prices from just HK$122.86/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Woodford, with rates starting at HK$138.46/day.

What is the best car rental company in Cape Town?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cape Town is 1First Car Rental (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town?

At Cape Town, the best time to rent a car is at May, with an average daily rate of just HK$188. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging HK$235 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 Cape Town, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just HK$188. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging HK$235 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

HK$204

February

HK$235

March

HK$235

April

HK$235

May

HK$188

June

HK$188

July

HK$204

August

HK$212

September

HK$196

October

HK$212

November

HK$212

December

HK$219

What car do most people rent in Cape Town?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Cape Town are the following: SUV cars (Volvo XC60 or similar), Mini cars (Suzuki Swift or similar), and Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla Quest or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cape Town?

keddy by Europcar has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Cape Town at 8.

Top rental agencies in Cape Town

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cape Town known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cape Town. Reviews were last updated on 18 March 2026.

1First Car Rental

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.5

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Firefly

7 locations

Bluu

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

10.0

Tempest Car Hire

6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

8.9
Very Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.5

Avis

8.3
Very Good
8 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.7

Woodford

8.1
Very Good
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cape Town, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 March 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cape Town?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$834/day when booking a car hire in Cape Town. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$828/day from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, booked on Mar. 14.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cape Town for a week from 1First Car Rental?

    Hiring a car in Cape Town for a week can be a great option for travel. 1First Car Rental, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around HK$6,725/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cape Town?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Cape Town it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cape Town for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Cape Town can be found for HK$28,823. You can find car rental deals for HK$961 a day on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Cape Town for a weekend?

    It costs HK$0 for a weekend car hire in Cape Town, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Cape Town in April, prices are HK$0 per day on average.

Car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cape Town. Deals were last updated on 18 March 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cape Town. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (HK$17+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$52+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$17+

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