Cheapest time to rent a car in Cape Town
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cape Town 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 21 May 2025.
January
Rp 442,986
February
Rp 492,206
March
Rp 459,392
April
Rp 492,206
May
Rp 442,986
June
Rp 475,799
July
Rp 492,206
August
Rp 459,392
September
Rp 492,206
October
Rp 525,020
November
Rp 492,206
December
Rp 557,834
Compare available car types for rental in Cape Town
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Cape Town to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 May 2025.
Small cars | Rp 281,050 - Rp 599,124 | |
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All Car Types | Rp 281,050 - Rp 785,726 |
To hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of Rp 423,884/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa (~Rp 281,050/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~Rp 599,124/day). In fact, March is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a small car saves you 21% 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.
To hire a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of Rp 336,213/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa (~Rp 397,210/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 967,350/day). In fact, April is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a SUV saves you 37% 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.
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 21 May 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Cape Town, including keddy by Europcar, Firefly and 1First Car Rental. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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Bluu
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Avis
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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 21 May 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Cape Town for a week from CarWiz?
CarWiz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Cape Town. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about Rp 3,822,149 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Cape Town?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Cape Town.