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Cheap Car Rentals in Cape Town from ₹ 1,064

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 13/6 and drop-off date of 20/6. 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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Cape Town car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Cape Town. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 May 2025.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 97

Average price per day

₹ 3,217

Cheapest price per day

₹ 1,064

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 24 May 2025.

January

₹ 2,306

February

₹ 2,562

March

₹ 2,391

April

₹ 2,562

May

₹ 2,306

June

₹ 2,476

July

₹ 2,562

August

₹ 2,391

September

₹ 2,562

October

₹ 2,733

November

₹ 2,562

December

₹ 2,904

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 24 May 2025.

There are, in total, 104 car hire locations in Cape Town that are operated by 29 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: ₹ 1,064/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Cape Town hire providers:

Economy

Economy

₹ 1,064+

Compact

Compact

₹ 1,148+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 1,361+

Minivan

Minivan

₹ 1,888+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 2,897+

Premium

Premium

₹ 2,861+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₹ 3,776+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

₹ 3,295+

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 24 May 2025.

Small cars

₹ 2,301 - ₹ 3,310

All Car Types

₹ 4,564 - ₹ 7,019

To hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 2,743/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa (~₹ 2,301/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 3,310/day). In fact, September is about 17% 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 50% 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 small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 4,757/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa (~₹ 3,667/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 5,853/day). In fact, April is about 23% 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 13% 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 ₹ 8,203/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Cape Town, South Africa (~₹ 6,867/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~₹ 9,950/day). In fact, March is about 17% 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 34% 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. Here are the best Cape Town large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,320/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa (~₹ 4,936/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~₹ 7,778/day). In fact, March is about 22% 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 is 14% 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. Here are the best Cape Town SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 7,821/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in Cape Town, South Africa (~₹ 6,092/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 10,665/day). In fact, June is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a van is 31% 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. Here are the best Cape Town van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 7,971/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Cape Town, South Africa (~₹ 6,405/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 13,567/day). In fact, January is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a luxury car is 32% 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.

Volkswagen Polo₹ 1,064/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki Swift₹ 1,091/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Toyota Corolla₹ 1,148/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 24 May 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Cape Town, including keddy by Europcar, Firefly and 1First Car Rental. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

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

Firefly

7 locations

1First Car Rental

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.5

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

8.8
Very Good
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.3

Budget

8.4
Very Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.0

Woodford

8.1
Very Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Best car rental deals found in Cape Town

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 ₹ 1,850. Data was last updated on 24 May 2025.
The best prices on car rentals in Cape Town we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Volkswagen Polo₹ 1,064/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki Swift₹ 1,091/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Toyota Corolla₹ 1,148/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 24 May 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cape Town?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 3,217/day when booking a car hire in Cape Town. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 1,287/day from CarWiz, booked on May 18.

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

    Alamo offers hire cars in Cape Town for about ₹ 25,255 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Cape Town for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cape Town for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 77% on a month-long rental by booking with CarWiz. CarWiz is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Cape Town can cost you on average ₹ 108,234 a month or ₹ 3,608 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Cape Town for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Cape Town is ₹ 1,411. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Cape Town. For the month of June, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Cape Town for as low as ₹ 3,329/day.

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 24 May 2025.

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 (₹ 16+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 27+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 16+

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