Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa from $12
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 1/7 and drop-off date of 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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 November 6, 2025.
Most popular company | Alamo |
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Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | $28 |
Cheapest price per day | $12 |
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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 $17. Data was last updated on November 6, 2025.
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?
Book your rental car in South Africa 2 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings Car rental prices are around $27/day on average when booked 2 days ahead, which saves you 20% off the usual average price.
What is the cheapest rental car company in South Africa?
Looking to rent a car in South Africa? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $8.84/day. Woodford also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $9.82/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Africa?
At South Africa, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $29. Conversely, November is the priciest month, averaging $39 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In South Africa, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $29. Conversely, November is the priciest month, averaging $39 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$29
February
$30
March
$33
April
$37
May
$37
June
$33
July
$33
August
$34
September
$31
October
$33
November
$39
December
$37
What car do most people rent in South Africa?
Premium rentals (Audi A4 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Africa. Mini rentals (Class Mini Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV rentals (BMW X3 or similar).
Which car rental company has the most locations in South Africa?
keddy by Europcar has 140 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Bluu has the second highest number of locations in South Africa at 119.
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 719 pickup locations in South Africa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on November 6, 2025.
If you're looking for the best car rental deals in South Africa, start with East London, where rates average $12/day. You can also find good prices in George ($13/day), Bloemfontein ($14/day), and Kimberley ($15/day).
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 November 6, 2025.
Firefly
Bluu
keddy by Europcar
1First Car Rental
Budget
Avis
Hertz
Sixt
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 November 6, 2025.
What is the most popular car rental provider in South Africa?
With an average price of $17/day, Hertz is the most popular car rental provider in South Africa, booking 282% more rental cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in South Africa?
When visiting South Africa, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Mthatha where rental cars typically will cost around $19/day (40% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Africa was found in Kuils River for just $12/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in South Africa?
Cars in South Africa are to be driven on the left side of the road.
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 November 6, 2025.
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 ($11+).
Gas/Diesel
$11+
Hybrid
$32+