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Cheapflights insights for Cape Town car rentals

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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 56 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱1,407/day – about 4,877% 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 keddy by Europcar (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 ₱1,350/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Cape Town is December (₱1,857/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

₱1,463

February

₱1,688

March

₱1,575

April

₱1,688

May

₱1,350

June

₱1,407

July

₱1,519

August

₱1,519

September

₱1,632

October

₱1,744

November

₱1,632

December

₱1,857

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 Economy Car or similar), Compact rentals (Toyota Corolla Quest or similar), and Mini rentals (Hyundai i10 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. Europcar has the second highest number of locations in Cape Town at 8.

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 July 13, 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Cape Town, including keddy by Europcar, Firefly and 1First Car Rental in Cape Town. Before making your selection, be sure to carefully review the feedback, double-check the pickup location, and verify other important details.

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

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 July 13, 2025.
  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cape Town for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo offers rental cars in Cape Town for about ₱24,496 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.

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