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Cheap Car Rentals in Cape Town from HK$126

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 Cape Town with a pick-up date of 3-12 and drop-off date of 31-12. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Cape Town?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cape Town 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 21 November 2024.

January

HK$210

February

HK$256

March

HK$249

April

HK$249

May

HK$256

June

HK$249

July

HK$233

August

HK$225

September

HK$233

October

HK$256

November

HK$225

December

HK$233

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town is January. 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.

Popular car types in Cape Town

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Cape Town and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

In Cape Town, there are 97 active hire locations from 28 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Cape Town in the past week - currently priced from HK$126/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

HK$111+

Compact

Compact

HK$126+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$149+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$276+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$555+

Mini

Mini

HK$104+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

HK$575+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

HK$117+

Compare available car types for rental in Cape Town

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Cape Town to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Small cars

HK$161 - HK$345

All Car Types

HK$163 - HK$623

To hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of HK$238/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa (~HK$161/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~HK$345/day). In fact, November is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a small car saves you 31% 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.

To hire a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of HK$180/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa (~HK$226/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$531/day). In fact, July is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a medium car saves you 48% 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. Here are the best Cape Town medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of HK$350/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Cape Town, South Africa (~HK$541/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~HK$916/day). In fact, April is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a large car is 3% more expensive. 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.

To hire a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of HK$268/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa (~HK$248/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~HK$713/day). In fact, August is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a SUV saves you 22% 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 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 November 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Cape Town, including keddy by Europcar, 1First Car Rental and Tempest Car Hire. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

10.0

1First Car Rental

10.0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Tempest Car Hire

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Bluu

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

8.7
Very Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

9.2

Budget

8.2
Very Good
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.7
Good
8 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.8

GREEN MOTION

5.2
Fair
2 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

5.2

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

6.0

Best Cape Town car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Cape Town. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Cape Town with an average daily rate of HK$172. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Cape Town area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Toyota CorollaHK$127/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota CamryHK$149/day
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Toyota Camry
Toyota CamryHK$153/day
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Toyota Camry

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 November 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Cape Town?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Cape Town from the following companies over the past two weeks: Sixt (HK$108/day), keddy by Europcar (HK$111/day), and Firefly (HK$127/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Cape Town?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), 1First Car Rental (10.0 rating) and keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Cape Town.

  • What are petrol prices like in Cape Town?

    The average price of petrol in Cape Town is HK$9.11/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$410 and HK$592 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cape Town for a week from Europcar?

    Hiring a car in Cape Town for a week can be a great option for travel. Europcar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around HK$876/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Cape Town for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 32% on a hire car in Cape Town. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 19 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cape Town?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Cape Town it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Cape Town?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Full-size (Toyota Fortuner) in Cape Town, making it the most popular option.

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Small car rentals in Cape Town

Find small car rental deals in Cape Town from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Cape Town cost an average of HK$150 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Mini CountrymanHK$126/day
2
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A/C
Mini Countryman
Mini CountrymanHK$130/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Countryman
Mini CountrymanHK$131/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Countryman

Car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cape Town. Deals were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cape Town. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (HK$15+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$44+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$15+

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