Cheap Car Hire in Richards Bay from £13
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 Richards Bay with a pick-up date of 24/7 and drop-off date of 24/7. 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.
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 25 April 2025.
January
£17
February
£18
March
£24
April
£31
May
£29
June
£26
July
£25
August
£18
September
£39
October
£45
November
£24
December
£23
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.
Popular car types in Richards Bay
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Richards Bay and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 25 April 2025.
There are currently 22 hire locations operating in Richards Bay spread across 17 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Richards Bay is small car at £13 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
£20+
Compact
£19+
Intermediate
£21+
People carrier
£30+
Full-size SUV
£47+
Mini
£13+
Luxury
£47+
Compact SUV
£30+
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 25 April 2025.
Small cars | £9 - £27 | |
|---|---|---|
All Car Types | £14 - £64 |
To hire a small car in Richards Bay, South Africa, you would pay an average price of £12/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Richards Bay, South Africa (~£9/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£27/day). In fact, August is about 25% 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 56% 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 Richards Bay small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Richards Bay, South Africa, you would pay an average price of £22/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Richards Bay, South Africa (~£28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£64/day). In fact, January is about 21% 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 15% 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 Richards Bay SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 25 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
Avis
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
Pick-up/drop-off
Value
Firefly
Hertz
keddy by Europcar
Thrifty
Budget
1First Car Rental
Best Richards Bay car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Richards Bay. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Richards Bay with an average daily rate of £29. Data was last updated on 25 April 2025.
Peruse the best Richards Bay car hire deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
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 25 April 2025.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Richards Bay?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Richards Bay from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bluu (£13/day), 1First Car Rental (£19/day), and Firefly (£20/day).
What are petrol prices like in Richards Bay?
The average price of petrol in Richards Bay is £0.90/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £40 and £58 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 £189 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.
How much is a car hire in Richards Bay for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Richards Bay are typically £0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to £0. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in May to be on average £0 per day.
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.
Small car hires in Richards Bay
Find small car hire deals in Richards Bay from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Richards Bay cost an average of £22 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.
Luxury car hires in Richards Bay
Find luxury car hire deals in Richards Bay from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Richards Bay cost an average of £80 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car hires in Richards Bay. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car hire needs and budget.
People carrier hires in Richards Bay
Find people carrier hire deals in Richards Bay from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Richards Bay cost an average of £54 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.
These are some of the best deals we've found on people carrier hires in the Richards Bay area at the moment. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Car hires by fuel type in Richards Bay
Browse car hires by fuel type in Richards Bay. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Richards Bay. Deals were last updated on 25 April 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Richards Bay. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£74+).
Hybrid
£74+
Petrol/Diesel
£94+