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Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa from HK$102

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 27-9 and drop-off date of 11-10. 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 17 September 2025.

Most popular company

Woodford

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

HK$143

Cheapest price per day

HK$102
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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 17 September 2025.
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At HK$102/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, 1,385 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

HK$102+

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Compact

Compact

HK$119+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$129+

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People carrier

People carrier

HK$212+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$368+

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Mini

Mini

HK$105+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$492+

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Luxury

Luxury

HK$406+

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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:

Mazda Mazda2HK$102/day
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Toyota CorollaHK$119/day
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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$251. Data was last updated on 17 September 2025.
Mazda Mazda2HK$102/day
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Toyota CorollaHK$119/day
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Toyota Corolla
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Toyota CamryHK$129/day
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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 2 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$207/day – about 540% less than the yearly average.

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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$79.64/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at HK$82.44/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$201. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging HK$317 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$201. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging HK$317 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$232

February

HK$201

March

HK$236

April

HK$306

May

HK$232

June

HK$241

July

HK$215

August

HK$209

September

HK$275

October

HK$317

November

HK$291

December

HK$281

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 712 pickup locations in South Africa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 September 2025.
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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 17 September 2025.

Firefly

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews•65 locations
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Bluu

114 locations
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keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews•140 locations
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1First Car Rental

9.3
Wonderful
4 reviews•78 locations
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Budget

8.1
Very Good
29 reviews•99 locations
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Avis

7.9
Good
26 reviews•107 locations
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Hertz

7.6
Good
13 reviews•50 locations
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Sixt

7.0
Good
18 reviews•59 locations
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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 17 September 2025.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa?

    With an average price of HK$182/day, Sixt is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa, booking 96% 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 Cape Town where rental cars typically will cost around HK$119/day (24% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Africa was found in Cape Town for just HK$94/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. Deals were last updated on 17 September 2025.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Africa. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$97+

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