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Cheap Car Hire in Port Elizabeth from £11

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Port Elizabeth with a pick-up date of 3/2 and drop-off date of 13/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Port Elizabeth car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Port Elizabeth. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

£0.94

Average price per day

£32

Cheapest price per day

£11

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Port Elizabeth?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Port Elizabeth 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 19 December 2024.

January

£22

February

£29

March

£29

April

£31

May

£31

June

£30

July

£23

August

£22

September

£29

October

£31

November

£29

December

£26

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Port Elizabeth is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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 Port Elizabeth

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Port Elizabeth and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Port Elizabeth this past week from 46 hire locations out of 27 hire agencies. Prices for a Port Elizabeth small car hire start from £11/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Port Elizabeth

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Port Elizabeth to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Small cars

£17 - £30

All Car Types

£35 - £47

To hire a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of £21/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~£17/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£30/day). In fact, May is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a small car saves you 45% 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 Port Elizabeth small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of £40/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~£32/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£51/day). In fact, June is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a medium car is 0% more expensive. 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 Port Elizabeth medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of £66/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~£55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~£76/day). In fact, July is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a large car is 41% more expensive. 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 Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of £52/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~£42/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~£59/day). In fact, October is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a SUV is 24% more expensive. 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 Port Elizabeth SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of £54/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a van in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~£41/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~£84/day). In fact, July is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a van is 28% more expensive. 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 Port Elizabeth van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of £59/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~£59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~£83/day). In fact, March is about 0% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a luxury car is 33% more expensive. 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.

Kia Picanto£11/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Volkswagen Polo£12/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo£14/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Top hire agencies in Port Elizabeth

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Port Elizabeth known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Port Elizabeth. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Port Elizabeth, such as keddy by Europcar, Budget and Firefly. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

keddy by Europcar

4 locations

Budget

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Firefly

2 locations

1First Car Rental

1 location

Hertz

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.3

Europcar

4.5
Mediocre
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.5

Dollar

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

4.0

Bidvest

3 locations

Best Port Elizabeth car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Port Elizabeth. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Port Elizabeth with an average daily rate of £22. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on car hires in Port Elizabeth. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Kia Picanto£11/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Volkswagen Polo£12/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo£14/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Port Elizabeth, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Port Elizabeth?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £32/day when booking a car hire in Port Elizabeth. The absolute best deal a user found was for £15/day from Thrifty, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Port Elizabeth?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Port Elizabeth from the following companies over the past two weeks: CarWiz (£11/day), Firefly (£20/day), and Bluu (£22/day).

  • What are petrol prices like in Port Elizabeth?

    The average price of petrol in Port Elizabeth is £0.94/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £42 and £61 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Port Elizabeth for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the top picks in Port Elizabeth. They can have you in a hire car for about £402 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Port Elizabeth for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 66% in Port Elizabeth - we recommend booking at least 59days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Port Elizabeth?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Port Elizabeth however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Port Elizabeth for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Thrifty can potentially be 84% below the average car hire price in Port Elizabeth. Check prices and availability for Thrifty and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Port Elizabeth is on average £1,723 a month or £57 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Port Elizabeth car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Port Elizabeth for a weekend?

    £0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Port Elizabeth, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Port Elizabeth, then opt for a Mini hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of January, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as £42/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Port Elizabeth?

    The most popular car to hire while in Port Elizabeth is the Citroen C3 Aircross, which is a Compact vehicle.

Small car hires in Port Elizabeth

Find small car hire deals in Port Elizabeth from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Port Elizabeth cost an average of £15 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Kia Picanto£11/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota Aygo£12/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Hyundai i10£12/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Car hires by fuel type in Port Elizabeth

Browse car hires by fuel type in Port Elizabeth. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Port Elizabeth. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Port Elizabeth. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£18+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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