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 March 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 March 2024.
January
Rp 412,567
February
Rp 507,775
March
Rp 476,039
April
Rp 460,171
May
Rp 396,699
June
Rp 396,699
July
Rp 412,567
August
Rp 428,435
September
Rp 396,699
October
Rp 396,699
November
Rp 396,699
December
Rp 444,303
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Africa is May. 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 March 2024.
Small cars
Rp 273,087 - Rp 451,761
All Car Types
Rp 273,087 - Rp 2,050,460
To hire a small car in South Africa, you would pay an average price of Rp 242,834/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Africa (~Rp 273,087/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 451,761/day). In fact, March is about 12% 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 March 2024.
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South Africa. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in South Africa with an average daily rate of Rp 697,715. Data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Toyota CorollaRp 586,163/day
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Toyota CorollaRp 809,267/day
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 March 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 is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa?
The most popular car hire company at South Africa is Bluu. With prices on COMPACT starting at Rp 494,922/day about 206% more people book with Bluu than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in South Africa?
When visiting South Africa, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Cape Town where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 472,231/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Africa was found in Cape Town for just Rp 393,764/day.
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.
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Van rentals in South Africa
Find van rental deals in South Africa from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in South Africa cost an average of Rp 1,225,785 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Toyota InnovaRp 788,797/day
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Toyota InnovaRp 827,674/day
5
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A/C
Toyota InnovaRp 1,074,897/day
5
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A/C
Car rentals by fuel type in South Africa
Browse car rentals by fuel type in South Africa. Deals were last updated on 29 March 2024.