This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in South Africa with a pick-up date of 16/6 and drop-off date of 18/6. 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.
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South Africa car rentals in 2024
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 18 May 2024.
What is the 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 18 May 2024.
January
Rp 414,805
February
Rp 510,529
March
Rp 510,529
April
Rp 494,575
May
Rp 446,713
June
Rp 398,851
July
Rp 414,805
August
Rp 430,759
September
Rp 398,851
October
Rp 414,805
November
Rp 398,851
December
Rp 446,713
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Africa is June. The most expensive time to rent a car is February. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
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 18 May 2024.
There are 33 hire agencies servicing South Africa. These agencies, altogether, have 1,258 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in South Africa with prices from Rp 531,430 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here is a car type you can hire in South Africa:
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 18 May 2024.
Small cars
Rp 181,397 - Rp 437,141
All Car Types
Rp 181,397 - Rp 2,061,582
To hire a small car in South Africa, you would pay an average price of Rp 232,469/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Africa (~Rp 181,397/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~Rp 437,141/day). In fact, July is about 22% 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 46% 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.
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 18 May 2024.
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 Rp 641,752. Data was last updated on 18 May 2024.
Hyundai i20Rp 531,430/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i20Rp 752,074/day
4
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A/C
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 18 May 2024.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Africa?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating) and 1First Car Rental (9.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Africa.
What side of the road do you drive on in South Africa?
Cars in South Africa are to be driven on the left side of the road.
Van rentals in South Africa
Find van rental deals in South Africa from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in South Africa cost an average of Rp 1,250,255 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 May 2024.
Toyota InnovaRp 835,514/day
5
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A/C
Toyota InnovaRp 844,608/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota InnovaRp 876,835/day
5
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A/C
Car rentals by fuel type in South Africa
Browse car rentals by fuel type in South Africa. Deals were last updated on 18 May 2024.