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Cheap Car Rentals in Port Elizabeth from $40

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 24/3 and drop-off date of 26/3. 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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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 21 February 2025.

January

$55

February

$69

March

$67

April

$69

May

$67

June

$67

July

$52

August

$50

September

$66

October

$69

November

$66

December

$71

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Port Elizabeth is August. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 21 February 2025.

There are 27 hire agencies servicing Port Elizabeth. These agencies, altogether, have 47 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Port Elizabeth with prices from $40 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Port Elizabeth:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for rental 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 21 February 2025.

Small cars

$27 - $46

All Car Types

$29 - $144

To hire a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of $29/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~$27/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$46/day). In fact, July is about 10% 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 50% 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 $44/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~$42/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$200/day). In fact, January is about 5% 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 saves you 26% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Holden Barina$40/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Mercedes-Benz EQA$44/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz EQA

Top rental 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 21 February 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Port Elizabeth, including keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Budget. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

keddy by Europcar

4 locations

Sixt

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

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

Hertz

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

1First Car Rental

1 location

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

Best Port Elizabeth car rental 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 $97. Data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Peruse the best Port Elizabeth car rental deals we've found. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Holden Barina$40/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Mercedes-Benz EQA$44/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz EQA
Mercedes-Benz EQA$49/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz EQA

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Port Elizabeth, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Port Elizabeth?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Port Elizabeth from the following companies over the past two weeks: U-Save ($40/day), Avis ($45/day), and Budget ($49/day).

  • What are petrol prices like in Port Elizabeth?

    The average price of petrol in Port Elizabeth is $2.08/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $93 and $135 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Sixt you can hire a car in Port Elizabeth from about $297 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 58% on a hire car in Port Elizabeth. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 61 days prior to your desired date.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Port Elizabeth?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Port Elizabeth is Mini (Class Mini Car) based on our Cheapflights data.

Van rentals in Port Elizabeth

Find van hire deals in Port Elizabeth from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Port Elizabeth cost an average of $124 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for renting a van in the Port Elizabeth area. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Volkswagen Sharan$105/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Sharan
Volkswagen Sharan$106/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Sharan
Volkswagen Sharan$114/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Sharan

Car rentals by fuel type in Port Elizabeth

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Port Elizabeth. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Port Elizabeth. Deals were last updated on 21 February 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Port Elizabeth. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($28+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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