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 29 April 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 29 April 2024.
January
Rp 422,009
February
Rp 519,396
March
Rp 519,396
April
Rp 503,165
May
Rp 422,009
June
Rp 405,778
July
Rp 422,009
August
Rp 422,009
September
Rp 405,778
October
Rp 422,009
November
Rp 405,778
December
Rp 454,471
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.
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 29 April 2024.
Small cars
Rp 307,579 - Rp 462,100
All Car Types
Rp 307,579 - Rp 2,097,386
To hire a small car in South Africa, you would pay an average price of Rp 250,745/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Africa (~Rp 307,579/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 462,100/day). In fact, March 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 45% 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 29 April 2024.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 April 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), Alamo (10.0 rating) and keddy by Europcar (10.0 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.
Airport car hires in South Africa
Hire a car at one of these airports in the South Africa area