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 rental car in Port Elizabeth 55 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around S$ 29/day on average when booked 55 days ahead, which saves you 10% 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 Budget (rated 10.0/10). Hertz (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Port Elizabeth?
Planning to hire a car in Port Elizabeth? July is the cheapest month, costing about S$ 35 per day. In contrast, November is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of S$ 49. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
S$ 39
February
S$ 40
March
S$ 40
April
S$ 42
May
S$ 36
June
S$ 38
July
S$ 35
August
S$ 39
September
S$ 40
October
S$ 39
November
S$ 49
December
S$ 49
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 27 October 2025.
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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 27 October 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Port Elizabeth?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Port Elizabeth however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.