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Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa from ₹ 1,157

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 15/5 and drop-off date of 2/6. 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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South Africa car rentals in 2026

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 3 April 2026.

Most popular company

CarWiz

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

₹ 2,989

Cheapest price per day

₹ 1,157
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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 3 April 2026.
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small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in South Africa this past week from 1,436 hire locations out of 37 hire agencies. Prices for a South Africa small car hire start from ₹ 1,157/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

₹ 1,157+

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Compact

Compact

₹ 1,334+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 1,535+

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Minivan

Minivan

₹ 2,874+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 4,138+

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Mini

Mini

₹ 2,228+

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Premium

Premium

₹ 5,731+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

₹ 4,435+

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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:

Volkswagen Polo₹ 1,157/day
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Suzuki Swift Dzire₹ 1,334/day
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Volkswagen Polo₹ 1,379/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 ₹ 2,938. Data was last updated on 3 April 2026.
Volkswagen Polo₹ 1,157/day
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Volkswagen Polo
Found 04/01/26
Suzuki Swift Dzire₹ 1,334/day
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Suzuki Swift Dzire
Found 04/02/26
Volkswagen Polo₹ 1,379/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 5 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₹ 2,272/day – about 7,626% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in South Africa?

Woodford is currently the cheapest car hire company in South Africa with deals as low as ₹ 1,175/day found in the past two weeks. Europcar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ₹ 1,556/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Africa?

Planning to hire a car in South Africa? February is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 2,553 per day. In contrast, January is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 3,049. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₹ 3,049

February

₹ 2,553

March

₹ 2,822

April

₹ 2,811

May

₹ 2,734

June

₹ 2,594

July

₹ 2,646

August

₹ 2,677

September

₹ 2,677

October

₹ 2,749

November

₹ 2,718

December

₹ 2,822

What car do most people rent in South Africa?

Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Africa. SUV cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Toyota Yaris or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in South Africa?

keddy by Europcar has 142 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Bluu has the second-highest number of locations in South Africa at 126.

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 729 pickup locations in South Africa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Among the most popular cities in South Africa, Johannesburg offers the lowest average rental price at just ₹ 925/day. Other affordable options include Durban (₹ 1,223/day), Cape Town (₹ 1,609/day), and Port Elizabeth (₹ 1,858/day).

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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 3 April 2026.

Firefly

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews•67 locations
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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.5

Bluu

126 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews•142 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.6

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.6

1First Car Rental

9.4
Wonderful
4 reviews•77 locations
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Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.1

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.4

Budget

8.4
Very Good
28 reviews•98 locations
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Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Avis

7.9
Good
26 reviews•107 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.6
Good
13 reviews•51 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Sixt

7.0
Good
18 reviews•61 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

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 3 April 2026.

  • 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 ₹ 2,598/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Europcar is ECONOMY, which starts as low as ₹ 1,556/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in South Africa?

    At ₹ 1,817/day, the cheapest car rental price in South Africa was found in Durban. On average, Durban has the cheapest daily rental car price (₹ 2,458/day), which is 59% 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 3 April 2026.
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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 (₹ 17+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 43+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 17+

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