Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa from ₱907
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in South Africa with a pick-up date of 5/12 and drop-off date of 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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 April 30, 2025.
Most popular company | Europcar |
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Most common car type | Mini |
Average price per day | ₱6,394 |
Cheapest price per day | ₱907 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Africa?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Africa and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on April 30, 2025.
January
₱1,515
February
₱1,683
March
₱1,571
April
₱1,683
May
₱1,683
June
₱1,739
July
₱1,683
August
₱1,571
September
₱1,683
October
₱1,795
November
₱1,683
December
₱1,907
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Africa is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
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 April 30, 2025.
At ₱907/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for rental in South Africa in the past week. Out of 35 car rental agencies operating in South Africa, there are, in total, 1,359 rental locations. View below for 4 offered car types:
Economy
₱764+
Compact
₱983+
Intermediate
₱956+
Minivan
₱1,524+
Full-size SUV
₱3,513+
Mini
₱867+
Luxury
₱3,533+
Premium SUV
₱3,513+
Compare available car types for rental in South Africa
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in South Africa to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 30, 2025.
Small cars | ₱766 - ₱2,144 | |
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All Car Types | ₱766 - ₱3,841 |
To rent a small car in South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₱1,106/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South Africa (~₱766/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~₱2,144/day). In fact, April is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for South Africa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Africa, renting a small car saves you 28% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Africa small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 April 30, 2025.
keddy by Europcar
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Best South Africa car rental deals found
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 ₱1,621. Data was last updated on April 30, 2025.
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 April 30, 2025.
Which car rental company is considered to be the best in South Africa?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), Firefly (10.0 rating) and keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in South Africa.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in South Africa?
At ₱6,394/day, it is 0% cheaper on average to rent a car in Cape Town than any other city in South Africa. The cheapest price found in South Africa was for ₱942/day in Cape Town.
What side of the road do you drive on in South Africa?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in South Africa.