South Africa

Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa

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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 May 28, 2026.

Most popular company

Woodford

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

₱2,173

Cheapest price per day

₱655

Cheapflights insights for South Africa car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in South Africa, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in South Africa?

For the best savings on car rentals in South Africa, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱1,433/day – about 4,604% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest rental car company in South Africa?

CarWiz is currently the cheapest rental car company in South Africa with deals as low as ₱10.93/day found in the past two weeks. Avis is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ₱16.58/day.

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

Planning a car rental in South Africa? May is the cheapest month, costing about ₱1,760 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₱2,068. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₱1,801

February

₱1,904

March

₱2,006

April

₱1,863

May

₱1,760

June

₱1,842

July

₱2,068

August

₱1,904

September

₱1,781

October

₱1,842

November

₱1,801

December

₱1,863

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

Avis has 107 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. U-Save has the second highest number of locations in South Africa at 17.

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 450 pickup locations in South Africa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on May 28, 2026.

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 May 28, 2026.

Budget

8.3
Very good
30 reviews98 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.9

1First Car Rental

9.4
Wonderful
4 reviews77 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.1

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.4

Avis

7.9
Good
28 reviews107 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.8

Europcar

5.8
Fair
20 reviews89 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.2

Thrifty

4.9
Mediocre
8 reviews50 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.9

Value

5.3

CABS Car Hire

6 locations

National

6 locations

U-Save

17 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 May 28, 2026.
  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in South Africa?

    At ₱1,416/day, it is 36% cheaper on average to rent a car in Port Elizabeth than any other city in South Africa. The cheapest price found in South Africa was for ₱1,018/day in Port Elizabeth.

  • 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, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South Africa. Deals were last updated on May 28, 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Africa. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (₱15+).

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

₱15+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₱57+

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