Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa from HK$104
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 14-6 and drop-off date of 21-6. 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 13 May 2025.
Most popular company | CarWiz |
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Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | HK$81 |
Cheapest price per day | HK$104 |
Cheapest time to rent a car in South Africa
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Africa and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 13 May 2025.
January
HK$210
February
HK$233
March
HK$218
April
HK$233
May
HK$218
June
HK$233
July
HK$233
August
HK$218
September
HK$233
October
HK$249
November
HK$233
December
HK$264
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 13 May 2025.
At HK$112/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, 1,360 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:
Economy
HK$90+
Compact
HK$104+
Intermediate
HK$122+
People carrier
HK$182+
Full-size SUV
HK$301+
Mini
HK$89+
Passenger van
HK$395+
Luxury
HK$410+
Compare available car types for rental in South Africa
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in South Africa to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 May 2025.
Small cars | HK$125 - HK$399 | |
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All Car Types | HK$115 - HK$623 |
To hire a small car in South Africa, you would pay an average price of HK$222/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Africa (~HK$125/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~HK$399/day). In fact, June is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Africa, hiring a small car saves you 35% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a medium car in South Africa, you would pay an average price of HK$130/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Africa (~HK$105/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~HK$410/day). In fact, June is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Africa, hiring a medium car saves you 62% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Africa medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in South Africa, you would pay an average price of HK$483/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in South Africa (~HK$432/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$1,729/day). In fact, September is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for South Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Africa, hiring a large car is 30% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a SUV in South Africa, you would pay an average price of HK$418/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South Africa (~HK$105/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$1,041/day). In fact, June is about 75% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Africa, hiring a SUV is 19% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
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 13 May 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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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$216. Data was last updated on 13 May 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.
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 13 May 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa?
With an average price of HK$99/day, Firefly is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa, booking 20% 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 Johannesburg where rental cars typically will cost around HK$81/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Africa was found in Johannesburg for just HK$76/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, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in South Africa. Deals were last updated on 13 May 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Africa. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (HK$62+).
Hybrid
HK$62+
Petrol/Diesel
HK$76+