Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa from HK$117
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 12-7 and drop-off date of 13-7. 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 rental in South Africa. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 July 2025.
Most popular company | Alamo |
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Most common car type | Full-size |
Average price per day | HK$280 |
Cheapest price per day | HK$117 |
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 3 July 2025.
At HK$117/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in South Africa in the past week. Out of 35 car hire agencies operating in South Africa, there are, in total, 1,368 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:
Economy
HK$117+
Compact
HK$158+
Intermediate
HK$275+
People carrier
HK$344+
Full-size SUV
HK$666+
Mini
HK$192+
Passenger van
HK$860+
Luxury
HK$557+
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:
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$402. Data was last updated on 3 July 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car rentals in South Africa, including locations near Johannesburg, Cape Town and Bloemfontein. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
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$207/day – about 519% 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 1First Car Rental, offering prices from just HK$108.17/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Firefly, with rates starting at HK$121.52/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$204. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging HK$327 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$204. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging HK$327 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$237
February
HK$204
March
HK$239
April
HK$311
May
HK$235
June
HK$259
July
HK$235
August
HK$237
September
HK$312
October
HK$327
November
HK$292
December
HK$290
What car do most people rent in South Africa?
The most popular types of cars to hire in South Africa are the following: SUV cars (Hyundai Venue or similar), Compact cars (Volkswagen Vento or similar), and Standard cars (Toyota Urban Cruiser or similar).
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 renting a car in popular cities across South Africa, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 671 pickup locations in South Africa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 July 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 3 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in South Africa, including pickup locations serving Johannesburg, Cape Town and Bloemfontein. 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 rentals in South Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 July 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa?
With an average price of HK$115/day, 1First Car Rental is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa, booking 125% 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$258/day (7% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Africa was found in Cape Town for just HK$184/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 3 July 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 (HK$25+).
Hybrid
HK$28+
Petrol/Diesel
HK$25+