Cape Town

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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 21 April 2026.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 23,642.29

Average price per day

Rp 476,312

Cheapest price per day

Rp 285,417

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 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 394,038/day – about 1,454,989% 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 Woodford, offering prices from just Rp 244,303.59/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Firefly, with rates starting at Rp 256,638.69/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 June, when you can expect to pay Rp 394,038/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Cape Town is March (Rp 531,095/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 445,434

February

Rp 513,963

March

Rp 531,095

April

Rp 513,963

May

Rp 411,170

June

Rp 394,038

July

Rp 445,434

August

Rp 462,566

September

Rp 445,434

October

Rp 462,566

November

Rp 462,566

December

Rp 479,698

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 21 April 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

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 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 21 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cape Town?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 476,312/day when booking a car hire in Cape Town. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 285,417/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Apr. 18.

  • 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 2,984,924 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 48% 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 12,792,530 a month or Rp 426,418 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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