Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa from HK$103
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 23-4 and drop-off date of 6-5. 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 21 February 2025.
Most common car type | Full-size |
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Africa?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Africa 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 February 2025.
January
HK$209
February
HK$241
March
HK$241
April
HK$256
May
HK$256
June
HK$241
July
HK$233
August
HK$225
September
HK$241
October
HK$256
November
HK$241
December
HK$264
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Africa is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 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 21 February 2025.
At HK$131/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in South Africa in the past week. Out of 35 car hire agencies operating in South Africa, there are, in total, 1,344 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:
Economy
HK$131+
Compact
HK$141+
Intermediate
HK$211+
Full-size
HK$470+
Full-size SUV
HK$724+
Mini
HK$119+
Passenger van
HK$602+
Standard SUV
HK$427+
Compare available car types for rental in South Africa
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in South Africa 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 February 2025.
Small cars | HK$146 - HK$410 | |
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All Car Types | HK$125 - HK$622 |
To hire a small car in South Africa, you would pay an average price of HK$236/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Africa (~HK$146/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~HK$410/day). In fact, November is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Africa, 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 South Africa, you would pay an average price of HK$130/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Africa (~HK$105/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~HK$410/day). In fact, June is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Africa, hiring a medium car saves you 62% 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 South Africa medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in South Africa, you would pay an average price of HK$446/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in South Africa (~HK$540/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$1,726/day). In fact, April is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for South Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Africa, hiring a large car is 24% 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 South Africa, you would pay an average price of HK$462/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South Africa (~HK$105/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$1,726/day). In fact, June is about 78% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South Africa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Africa, hiring a SUV is 27% 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.
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 21 February 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in South Africa, including pickup locations serving Cape Town, Johannesburg and Bloemfontein. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.
keddy by Europcar
Bluu
Avis
Bidvest
Budget
Europcar
Sunnycars
1First Car Rental
Best South Africa car rental deals found
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 HK$240. Data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car rentals in South Africa, including locations near Cape Town, Johannesburg and Bloemfontein. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
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 21 February 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Africa?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), Firefly (10.0 rating) and keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Africa.
What side of the road do you drive on in South Africa?
In South Africa, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.