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Cheap Car Rentals in Cape Town from AED 35

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 Cape Town with a pick-up date of 20/7 and drop-off date of 4/8. 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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Cape Town car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Cape Town. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 July 2025.

Most popular company

CARWIZ

Price of petrol per litre

AED 4.23

Average price per day

AED 109

Cheapest price per day

AED 35

Popular car types in Cape Town

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Cape Town and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 1 July 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Cape Town this past week from 104 hire locations out of 29 hire agencies. Prices for a Cape Town small car hire start from AED 35/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

AED 47+

Compact

Compact

AED 45+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 61+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 66+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 184+

Mini

Mini

AED 35+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 181+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

AED 231+

Compare car rental deals in Cape Town by type

Here are the best Cape Town small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Cape Town medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Cape Town SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Cape Town van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Cape Town luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mitsubishi MirageAED 35/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Kia ForteAED 45/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Forte
Citroen C3AED 47/day
2
M
A/C
Citroen C3

Best car rental deals found in Cape Town

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Cape Town. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Cape Town with an average daily rate of AED 91. Data was last updated on 1 July 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Cape Town. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Mitsubishi MirageAED 35/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Kia ForteAED 45/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Forte
Citroen C3AED 47/day
2
M
A/C
Citroen C3

Cheapflights insights for Cape Town car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cape Town, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Cape Town?

To get the best deal on car hire in Cape Town, book about 56 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 92, which is about 221% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Cape Town?

Looking to hire a car in Cape Town? CarWiz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only AED 30.08/day. Europcar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 57.77/day.

What is the best car rental company in Cape Town?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cape Town is keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town?

Planning to hire a car in Cape Town? May is the cheapest month, costing about AED 88 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 121. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

AED 95

February

AED 110

March

AED 103

April

AED 110

May

AED 88

June

AED 92

July

AED 103

August

AED 99

September

AED 107

October

AED 114

November

AED 107

December

AED 121

What car do most people hire in Cape Town?

SUV cars (Class Luxury SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Cape Town. Passenger van cars (Mercedes-Benz V-Class or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Luxury cars (Class Luxury SUV or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cape Town?

keddy by Europcar has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Cape Town at 8.

Top rental agencies in Cape Town

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cape Town known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cape Town. Reviews were last updated on 1 July 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Cape Town area such as keddy by Europcar, Firefly and 1First Car Rental. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

10.0

Firefly

7 locations

1First Car Rental

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.5

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Tempest Car Hire

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Bluu

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

8.8
Very Good
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.3

Budget

8.4
Very Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.0

Woodford

8.1
Very Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cape Town, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cape Town?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 109/day when booking a car hire in Cape Town. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 60/day from CarWiz, booked on Jun. 22.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cape Town for a week from CarWiz?

    CarWiz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Cape Town. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about AED 620 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cape Town?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Cape Town for a month is certainly possible.

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

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Cape Town is AED 2,657 (AED 89/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Cape Town for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Cape Town are typically AED 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 Compact to save money on your trip to AED 0. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in August to be on average AED 175 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cape Town. Deals were last updated on 1 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cape Town. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 11+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 27+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 11+

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