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Cheap Car Rentals in Cape Town from Rp 409,214

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 Cape Town with a pick-up date of 2/1 and drop-off date of 4/1. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Cape Town?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cape Town 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 3 December 2024.

January

Rp 428,911

February

Rp 524,225

March

Rp 508,339

April

Rp 524,225

May

Rp 524,225

June

Rp 508,339

July

Rp 476,568

August

Rp 460,683

September

Rp 476,568

October

Rp 524,225

November

Rp 476,568

December

Rp 492,454

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town is January. 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 Cape Town

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Cape Town and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 3 December 2024.

At Rp 409,214/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Cape Town in the past week. Out of 28 car hire agencies operating in Cape Town, there are, in total, 97 hire locations. View below for one offered car type:

Economy

Economy

Rp 369,500+

Compact

Compact

Rp 409,214+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 689,754+

Mini

Mini

Rp 351,231+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Rp 2,607,943+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 1,208,737+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 1,406,672+

Compare available car types for rental in Cape Town

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Cape Town to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 December 2024.

Small cars

Rp 290,230 - Rp 580,090

All Car Types

Rp 301,032 - Rp 2,052,740

To hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of Rp 343,097/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa (~Rp 290,230/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~Rp 580,090/day). In fact, August is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a small car saves you 43% 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 Cape Town small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota CorollaRp 409,214/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Top rental agencies in Cape Town

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cape Town known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cape Town. Reviews were last updated on 3 December 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Cape Town, including keddy by Europcar, 1First Car Rental and Tempest Car Hire. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

10.0

1First Car Rental

10.0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Tempest Car Hire

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Bluu

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

8.7
Very Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

9.2

Budget

8.2
Very Good
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.8

Hertz

8.0
Very Good
8 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.2

GREEN MOTION

5.2
Fair
2 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

5.2

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

6.0

Best Cape Town car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Cape Town. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Cape Town with an average daily rate of Rp 409,214. Data was last updated on 3 December 2024.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Cape Town. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Toyota CorollaRp 409,214/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cape Town, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 December 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Cape Town?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Cape Town from the following companies over the past two weeks: Sixt (Rp 351,231/day), Bluu (Rp 623,828/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (Rp 1,406,672/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Cape Town?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), 1First Car Rental (10.0 rating) and keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Cape Town.

  • What are petrol prices like in Cape Town?

    The average price of petrol in Cape Town is Rp 18,586.18/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 836,378 and Rp 1,208,102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cape Town for a week from Bidvest?

    Bidvest is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Cape Town. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about Rp 9,540,905 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Cape Town for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 30% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 19 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Cape Town.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cape Town?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Cape Town.

  • How much is a car hire in Cape Town for a weekend?

    Rp 0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Cape Town. To save money, consider booking a Mini car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as Rp 0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Cape Town?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Cape Town is Economy (Class Economy Car) based on our Cheapflights data.

Van rentals in Cape Town

Find van rental deals in Cape Town from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Cape Town cost an average of Rp 1,986,429 per day. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van rentals in Cape Town. If you're not finding the right deal for your van rental, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Toyota InnovaRp 1,058,459/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRp 1,352,502/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRp 1,358,538/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

Car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cape Town. Deals were last updated on 3 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cape Town. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (Rp 42+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 80+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 42+

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