Cape Town

Cheap Car Rentals in Cape Town from Rp 289,465

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 17/4 and drop-off date of 8/5. 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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Cape Town car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Cape Town. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 March 2026.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 20,663.96

Average price per day

Rp 223,577

Cheapest price per day

Rp 289,465

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 7 March 2026.

At Rp 289,465/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Cape Town in the past week. Out of 31 car hire agencies operating in Cape Town, there are, in total, 110 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Rp 244,241+

Compact

Compact

Rp 289,465+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 309,621+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 550,474+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 920,562+

Premium

Premium

Rp 1,036,247+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 919,885+

Luxury

Luxury

Rp 943,936+

Compare car rental deals in Cape Town by type

Here are the best Cape Town small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20Rp 289,465/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i20

Best car rental deals found in Cape Town

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 675,559. Data was last updated on 7 March 2026.
Hyundai i20Rp 289,465/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Hyundai i20Rp 313,347/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota AvanzaRp 550,474/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Avanza

Cheapflights insights for Cape Town car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cape Town, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Cape Town?

For the best savings on car hire in Cape Town, make your reservation 55 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 389,566/day – about 1,451,879% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Cape Town?

In Cape Town, the most affordable car hire company right now is GREEN MOTION , offering prices from just Rp 223,577.23/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is CarWiz, with rates starting at Rp 277,947.16/day.

What is the best car rental company in Cape Town?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cape Town is 1First Car Rental (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Cape Town is May, when you can expect to pay Rp 406,504/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Cape Town is February (Rp 508,130/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

Rp 440,379

February

Rp 508,130

March

Rp 491,192

April

Rp 491,192

May

Rp 406,504

June

Rp 406,504

July

Rp 440,379

August

Rp 457,317

September

Rp 423,442

October

Rp 457,317

November

Rp 457,317

December

Rp 474,255

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cape Town?

keddy by Europcar has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Cape Town at 8.

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 7 March 2026.

1First Car Rental

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.5

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Firefly

7 locations

Bluu

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

10.0

Tempest Car Hire

6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

8.9
Very Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.5

Avis

8.3
Very Good
8 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.7

Woodford

8.1
Very Good
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

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 7 March 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cape Town?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 223,577/day when booking a car hire in Cape Town. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 223,577/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Feb. 28.

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

    GREEN MOTION 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 1,988,313 per week.

  • 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 does it cost to rent a car in Cape Town for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 24% on a month-long rental by booking with GREEN MOTION . GREEN MOTION is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Cape Town can cost you on average Rp 8,521,341 a month or Rp 284,045 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • 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 Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in April, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as Rp 0 per day.

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 7 March 2026.

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 16+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 41+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 16+

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