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 56 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 405,252/day – about 1,434,420% less than the yearly average.
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 keddy by Europcar (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 389,042/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Cape Town is December (Rp 534,933/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 421,462
February
Rp 486,302
March
Rp 453,882
April
Rp 486,302
May
Rp 389,042
June
Rp 405,252
July
Rp 437,672
August
Rp 437,672
September
Rp 470,092
October
Rp 502,513
November
Rp 470,092
December
Rp 534,933
What car do most people hire in Cape Town?
Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo, for example) are the most popular in Cape Town. SUV (Toyota Urban Cruiser) and Intermediate (Class Compact Van) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Cape Town.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Cape Town?
keddy by Europcar has 10 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 14 July 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Cape Town, including keddy by Europcar, Firefly and 1First Car Rental. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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Bluu
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Avis
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Woodford
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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 14 July 2025.
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.