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Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa from ₹ 1,111
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 30/9 and drop-off date of 28/11. 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 13 September 2025.
Most popular company | CarWiz |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | ₹ 2,490 |
Cheapest price per day | ₹ 1,111 |
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 September 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in South Africa this past week from 1,385 hire locations out of 36 hire agencies. Prices for a South Africa small car hire start from ₹ 1,111/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
₹ 1,183+
Compact
₹ 1,240+
Intermediate
₹ 1,420+
Minivan
₹ 2,396+
Full-size SUV
₹ 4,200+
Mini
₹ 1,111+
Passenger van
₹ 8,102+
Luxury
₹ 4,360+
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:
Hyundai i10₹ 1,111/day
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Suzuki Celerio₹ 1,183/day
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Hyundai Xcent₹ 1,240/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 ₹ 3,172. Data was last updated on 13 September 2025.
Hyundai i10₹ 1,111/day
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Suzuki Celerio₹ 1,183/day
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Hyundai Xcent₹ 1,240/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?
For the best savings on car hire in South Africa, make your reservation 61 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₹ 2,260/day – about 7,412% less than the yearly average.
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 ₹ 938/day found in the past two weeks. Woodford is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ₹ 1,097/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Africa?
Planning to hire a car in South Africa? July is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 2,169 per day. In contrast, October is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 3,746. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
₹ 2,333
February
₹ 2,548
March
₹ 2,497
April
₹ 2,623
May
₹ 2,390
June
₹ 2,384
July
₹ 2,169
August
₹ 2,422
September
₹ 2,636
October
₹ 3,746
November
₹ 2,989
December
₹ 3,166
What car do most people rent in South Africa?
Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Africa. Passenger van cars (Mercedes-Benz V-Class 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.
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 712 pickup locations in South Africa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 September 2025.
Among the most popular cities in South Africa, Johannesburg offers the lowest average rental price at just ₹ 1,331/day. Other affordable options include Cape Town (₹ 1,399/day), Port Elizabeth (₹ 3,758/day), and George (₹ 7,571/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 September 2025.
Firefly
2 reviews•65 locations
Bluu
114 locations
keddy by Europcar
2 reviews•140 locations
1First Car Rental
4 reviews•78 locations
Budget
29 reviews•99 locations
Avis
26 reviews•107 locations
Hertz
13 reviews•50 locations
Sixt
18 reviews•59 locations
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 September 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa?
When hiring a car in South Africa, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Europcar, and with prices around ₹ 2,374/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Europcar is ECONOMY, which starts as low as ₹ 1,504/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in South Africa?
At ₹ 1,449/day, the cheapest car rental price in South Africa was found in Cape Town. On average, Johannesburg has the cheapest daily rental car price (₹ 2,366/day), which is 44% below average price for cities in South Africa.
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 September 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 (₹ 39+).
Hybrid
₹ 66+
Petrol/Diesel
₹ 39+