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Cheap Car Hire in Richards Bay

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Richards Bay?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Richards Bay 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 8 April 2025.

January

£17

February

£19

March

£24

April

£39

May

£30

June

£28

July

£26

August

£19

September

£42

October

£46

November

£24

December

£24

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Richards Bay is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is October. 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.

Compare available car types for hire in Richards Bay

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Richards Bay to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 April 2025.

Small cars

£10 - £28

All Car Types

£15 - £67

To hire a small car in Richards Bay, South Africa, you would pay an average price of £15/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Richards Bay, South Africa (~£10/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£28/day). In fact, August is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Richards Bay. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Richards Bay, hiring a small car saves you 49% 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 Richards Bay, South Africa, you would pay an average price of £23/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Richards Bay, South Africa (~£29/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£67/day). In fact, January is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Richards Bay. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Richards Bay, hiring a SUV saves you 23% 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 hire agencies in Richards Bay

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Richards Bay known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Richards Bay. Reviews were last updated on 8 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Richards Bay, including Bluu, Avis and Firefly in Richards Bay. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Bluu

2 locations

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Firefly

1 location

Hertz

1 location

keddy by Europcar

1 location

Thrifty

1 location

Budget

1 location

1First Car Rental

2 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Richards Bay, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 April 2025.
  • What are petrol prices like in Richards Bay?

    The average price of petrol in Richards Bay is £0.93/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £42 and £60 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Richards Bay for a week from Firefly?

    Firefly is one of the top picks in Richards Bay. They can have you in a hire car for about £196 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Richards Bay for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 88%. Aim to book your car hire at least 80 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Richards Bay.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Richards Bay?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Richards Bay.

  • What car do most people hire in Richards Bay?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Richards Bay is Economy (Suzuki Swift) based on our Cheapflights data.

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