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Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa 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 South Africa with a pick-up date of 9-10 and drop-off date of 14-10. 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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South Africa car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in South Africa. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 August 2025.
Most popular company | Avis |
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Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | HK$253 |
Cheapest price per day | HK$119 |
Popular car types in South Africa
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South Africa and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 August 2025.
At HK$119/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in South Africa in the past week. Out of 36 car hire agencies operating in South Africa, there are, in total, 1,384 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:
Economy
HK$124+
Compact
HK$119+
Intermediate
HK$193+
People carrier
HK$303+
Full-size SUV
HK$465+
Mini
HK$117+
Passenger van
HK$605+
Luxury
HK$525+
Compare car rental deals in South Africa by type
Here are the best South Africa small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Africa medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Africa SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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Best car rental deals found in South Africa
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South Africa. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in South Africa with an average daily rate of HK$391. Data was last updated on 21 August 2025.
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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?
For the best savings on car rentals in South Africa, make your reservation 4 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$208/day – about 533% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in South Africa?
In South Africa, the most affordable car hire company right now is Thrifty, offering prices from just HK$69.20/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Budget, with rates starting at HK$124.34/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Africa?
At South Africa, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just HK$202. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging HK$316 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 February, with an average daily rate of just HK$202. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging HK$316 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$235
February
HK$202
March
HK$237
April
HK$306
May
HK$233
June
HK$241
July
HK$214
August
HK$221
September
HK$300
October
HK$316
November
HK$293
December
HK$284
What car do most people rent in South Africa?
The most popular types of cars to hire in South Africa are the following: Mini cars (Suzuki Swift or similar), Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar), and Full-size cars (Toyota Fortuner or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in South Africa?
keddy by Europcar has 140 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 renting a car in popular cities across South Africa, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 676 pickup locations in South Africa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 August 2025.
Top rental agencies in South Africa
Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Africa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Africa. Reviews were last updated on 21 August 2025.
keddy by Europcar
2 reviews•140 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
8.6
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.3
Value
8.6
Firefly
2 reviews•65 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Thrifty
7 reviews•44 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
1First Car Rental
4 reviews•77 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.2
Overall
9.6
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
9.6
Budget
29 reviews•99 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Overall
8.7
Pick-up/drop-off
8.5
Value
8.4
Avis
26 reviews•108 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Overall
7.9
Pick-up/drop-off
8.1
Value
8.0
Europcar
24 reviews•84 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.5
Overall
7.0
Pick-up/drop-off
7.6
Value
7.5
Sixt
18 reviews•59 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.2
Overall
6.7
Pick-up/drop-off
6.7
Value
6.7
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 August 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa?
With an average price of HK$220/day, Avis is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa, booking 100% more hire cars than any other provider.
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 Durban where rental cars typically will cost around HK$234/day (9% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Africa was found in Durban for just HK$132/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.
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