Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa from S$ 14
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 5-7 and drop-off date of 22-7. 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.
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 13 June 2025.
Most popular company | 1First Car Rental |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | S$ 42 |
Cheapest price per day | S$ 14 |
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 13 June 2025.
There are currently 1,362 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$ 14 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
S$ 14+
Compact
S$ 17+
Intermediate
S$ 19+
People carrier
S$ 23+
Full-size SUV
S$ 66+
Mini
S$ 15+
Passenger van
S$ 107+
Luxury
S$ 64+
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:
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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$ 38. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car rentals in South Africa, including locations near Johannesburg, Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
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 car hire in South Africa, book about 5 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around S$ 35, which is about 8% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in South Africa?
Firefly is currently the cheapest car hire company in South Africa with deals as low as S$ 13.82/day found in the past two weeks. Woodford is another inexpensive option with rates as low as S$ 17.38/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 May, with an average daily rate of just S$ 34. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging S$ 47 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 May, with an average daily rate of just S$ 34. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging S$ 47 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$ 40
March
S$ 37
April
S$ 40
May
S$ 34
June
S$ 41
July
S$ 38
August
S$ 38
September
S$ 43
October
S$ 45
November
S$ 45
December
S$ 47
What car do most people rent in South Africa?
Intermediate cars (Toyota Rumion or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Africa. SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in South Africa?
keddy by Europcar has 139 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Bluu has the second-highest number of locations in South Africa at 114.
What are the car rental prices for popular cities in South Africa?
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 661 pickup locations in South Africa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Out of all the popular cities in South Africa, Johannesburg is the cheapest city to rent a car (S$ 16/day). Other popular cities in South Africa to get a cheap rental car are: Cape Town (S$ 26/day), Port Elizabeth (S$ 37/day), and Nelspruit (S$ 75/day).
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 13 June 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in South Africa, including those that serve Johannesburg, Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. Helpful information on each car rental agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.
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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 13 June 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa?
The most popular car hire company at South Africa is Firefly. With prices on ECONOMY starting at S$ 14/day about 109% more people book with Firefly 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 Port Elizabeth where rental cars typically will cost around S$ 40/day (22% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Africa was found in Cape Town for just S$ 18/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.
Car rentals by fuel type in South Africa
Browse car rentals by fuel type in South Africa. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South Africa. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Africa. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (S$ 42+).
Hybrid
S$ 53+
Petrol/Diesel
S$ 42+