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Cheap Car Rentals in Durban from $32

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 Durban with a pick-up date of 11/2 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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Durban car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Durban. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 January 2025.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

$2.14

Average price per day

$37

Cheapest price per day

$32

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Durban?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Durban 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 12 January 2025.

January

$43

February

$50

March

$57

April

$59

May

$62

June

$57

July

$50

August

$48

September

$53

October

$61

November

$59

December

$57

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Durban is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is May. 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 Durban

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Durban and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 12 January 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Durban this past week from 46 hire locations out of 23 hire agencies. Prices for a Durban small car hire start from $22/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Durban

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

Small cars

$27 - $42

All Car Types

$42 - $85

To hire a small car in Durban, South Africa, you would pay an average price of $36/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Durban, South Africa (~$27/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$42/day). In fact, November is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Durban. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Durban, hiring a small car saves you 36% 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 Durban small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Durban, South Africa, you would pay an average price of $55/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Durban, South Africa (~$40/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$143/day). In fact, January is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Durban. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Durban, hiring a medium car saves you 0% 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 Durban medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Durban, South Africa, you would pay an average price of $98/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Durban, South Africa (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$233/day). In fact, June is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Durban. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Durban, hiring a large car is 44% 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 Durban, South Africa, you would pay an average price of $68/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Durban, South Africa (~$27/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$136/day). In fact, November is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Durban. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Durban, hiring a SUV is 18% 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 Durban SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Durban, South Africa, you would pay an average price of $66/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in Durban, South Africa (~$73/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$219/day). In fact, June is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Durban. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Durban, hiring a van is 16% 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 Durban van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla$32/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Yaris$42/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Top rental agencies in Durban

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Durban known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Durban. Reviews were last updated on 12 January 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Durban, including Bluu, keddy by Europcar and Avis. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Bluu

3 locations

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Thrifty

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

1First Car Rental

8.0
Very Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Tempest Car Hire

2 locations

Best Durban car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Durban. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Durban with an average daily rate of $82. Data was last updated on 12 January 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Durban area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Toyota Corolla$32/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Mazda Mazda6$40/day
5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda6
Suzuki Swift$42/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Durban, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Durban?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $37/day when booking a car hire in Durban. The absolute best deal a user found was for $35/day from Avis, booked on Jan. 5.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Durban?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Durban from the following companies over the past two weeks: U-Save ($32/day), Woodford ($42/day), and Sixt ($53/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Durban?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10.0 rating), Budget (10.0 rating) and Thrifty (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Durban.

  • What are petrol prices like in Durban?

    The average price of petrol in Durban is $2.14/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $96 and $139 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Durban for a week from Avis?

    Hiring a car in Durban for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $256/week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 46% to make it a great deal in Durban. Try to book at least 24 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Durban?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Durban.

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

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Durban can be found for $1,097. You can find car rental deals for $37 a day on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Durban for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Durban is $0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Durban. For the month of February, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Durban for as low as $66/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Durban?

    Class Economy Car, which is a Economy vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Durban according to Cheapflights users.

Car rentals by fuel type in Durban

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Durban. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Durban. Deals were last updated on 12 January 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Durban. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($14+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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