Cheapflights insights for Port Elizabeth car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Port Elizabeth, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Port Elizabeth?
Book your car hire in Port Elizabeth 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 357,526/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1,299,991% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Port Elizabeth?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Port Elizabeth is Avis (rated 10.0/10). Budget (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Port Elizabeth?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Port Elizabeth is May, when you can expect to pay Rp 429,031/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Port Elizabeth is February (Rp 554,165/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 464,784
February
Rp 554,165
March
Rp 500,536
April
Rp 500,536
May
Rp 429,031
June
Rp 429,031
July
Rp 429,031
August
Rp 446,907
September
Rp 536,289
October
Rp 536,289
November
Rp 518,413
December
Rp 554,165
What car do most people hire in Port Elizabeth?
Economy cars (Toyota Yaris, for example) are the most popular in Port Elizabeth. SUV (Toyota Fortuner) and Passenger van (Toyota HiAce) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Port Elizabeth.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Port Elizabeth?
Both Avis and U-Save have 2 locations in Port Elizabeth, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Port Elizabeth
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Port Elizabeth known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Port Elizabeth. Reviews were last updated on 9 October 2026.
Avis
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Hertz
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Thrifty
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1First Car Rental
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Woodford
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Europcar
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CABS Car Hire
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Port Elizabeth, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 October 2026.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Port Elizabeth for a week from Firefly?
Hiring a car in Port Elizabeth for a week can be a great option for travel. Firefly, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around Rp 1,910,797/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Port Elizabeth?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Port Elizabeth it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.