Cheapflights insights for Cape Town car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Cape Town, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Cape Town?
For the best savings on car rentals in Cape Town, make your reservation 5 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱1,406/day – about 5,045% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Cape Town?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cape Town is 1First Car Rental (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town is May where you can expect to pay ₱1,406/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Cape Town is December (₱1,816/day on average). The average daily rental price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you rent.
January
₱1,523
February
₱1,699
March
₱1,641
April
₱1,758
May
₱1,406
June
₱1,465
July
₱1,582
August
₱1,582
September
₱1,523
October
₱1,582
November
₱1,641
December
₱1,816
What car do most people rent in Cape Town?
The most popular types of cars to rent in Cape Town are the following: Economy rentals (Class Full-size Truck or similar), Intermediate rentals (Class Intermediate Car or similar), and Full-size rentals (Class Full-size Car or similar).
Which car rental company has the most locations in Cape Town?
keddy by Europcar has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second highest number of locations in Cape Town at 9.
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 October 30, 2025.
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Avis
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Woodford
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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 October 30, 2025.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Cape Town for a week from 1First Car Rental?
1First Car Rental offers rental cars in Cape Town for about ₱7,112 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.