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 61 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 340,964/day on average when booked 61 days ahead, which saves you 1,046,444% 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 keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10). Sixt (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews) 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 August, when you can expect to pay Rp 422,146/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Port Elizabeth is December (Rp 665,692/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 487,092
February
Rp 535,801
March
Rp 487,092
April
Rp 519,565
May
Rp 454,619
June
Rp 470,856
July
Rp 470,856
August
Rp 422,146
September
Rp 600,747
October
Rp 616,983
November
Rp 616,983
December
Rp 665,692
What car do most people hire in Port Elizabeth?
SUV cars (Class Standard SUV, for example) are the most popular in Port Elizabeth. Economy (Class Economy Car) and Intermediate (Kia Sportage) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Port Elizabeth.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Port Elizabeth?
keddy by Europcar has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Bidvest has the second-highest number of locations in Port Elizabeth at 3.
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 15 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Port Elizabeth, including keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Budget in Port Elizabeth. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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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 15 July 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Port Elizabeth for a week from CarWiz?
Hiring a car in Port Elizabeth for a week can be a great option for travel. CarWiz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around Rp 3,509,661/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.