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Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa from S$ 18
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in South Africa with a pick-up date of 13-10 and drop-off date of 16-10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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South Africa car rentals in 2025
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 30 July 2025.
Most popular company | GREEN MOTION |
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Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | S$ 48 |
Cheapest price per day | S$ 18 |
Popular car types in South Africa
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South Africa and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 30 July 2025.
There are currently 1,377 hire locations operating in South Africa spread across 35 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Africa is small car at S$ 18 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
S$ 18+
Compact
S$ 20+
Intermediate
S$ 22+
People carrier
S$ 47+
Full-size SUV
S$ 54+
Mini
S$ 16+
Luxury
S$ 84+
Premium SUV
S$ 125+
Compare car rental deals in South Africa by type
Here are the best South Africa small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Africa medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Africa SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Africa van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Africa luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Alfa Romeo 4C SpiderS$ 18/day
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Peugeot 208S$ 18/day
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Best car rental deals found in South Africa
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 S$ 41. Data was last updated on 30 July 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car rentals in South Africa, including locations near Cape Town, Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Alfa Romeo 4C SpiderS$ 18/day
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Peugeot 208S$ 18/day
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Hyundai AvanteS$ 20/day
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Cheapflights insights for South Africa car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Africa, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South Africa?
To get the best deal on a rental car in South Africa, book about 4 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around S$ 34, which is about 6% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in South Africa?
CarWiz is currently the cheapest car hire company in South Africa with deals as low as S$ 10.81/day found in the past two weeks. Woodford is another inexpensive option with rates as low as S$ 18.75/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Africa?
At South Africa, the best time to rent a car is at June, with an average daily rate of just S$ 33. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging S$ 52 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In South Africa, the best time to rent a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just S$ 33. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging S$ 52 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
S$ 36
February
S$ 37
March
S$ 37
April
S$ 40
May
S$ 35
June
S$ 33
July
S$ 36
August
S$ 36
September
S$ 44
October
S$ 52
November
S$ 47
December
S$ 47
What car do most people rent in South Africa?
Passenger van cars (Toyota Rumion or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Africa. Intermediate cars (Toyota Rumion or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in South Africa?
keddy by Europcar has 140 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Bluu has the second-highest number of locations in South Africa at 114.
Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across South Africa, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 674 pickup locations in South Africa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 July 2025.
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 30 July 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in South Africa, including those that serve Cape Town, Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth. Helpful information on each car rental agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.
keddy by Europcar
2 reviews•140 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
8.6
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.3
Value
8.6
Firefly
2 reviews•65 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Thrifty
7 reviews•44 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
1First Car Rental
4 reviews•77 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.2
Overall
9.6
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
9.6
Budget
29 reviews•99 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Overall
8.7
Pick-up/drop-off
8.5
Value
8.4
Avis
26 reviews•105 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Overall
7.9
Pick-up/drop-off
8.1
Value
8.0
Europcar
24 reviews•85 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.5
Overall
7.0
Pick-up/drop-off
7.6
Value
7.5
Sixt
18 reviews•59 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.2
Overall
6.7
Pick-up/drop-off
6.7
Value
6.7
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 30 July 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa?
The most popular car hire company at South Africa is Avis. With prices on MINI starting at S$ 31/day about 210% more people book with Avis 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 Johannesburg where rental cars typically will cost around S$ 32/day (21% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Africa was found in Cape Town for just S$ 23/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in South Africa?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in South Africa.