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Cheap Car Rentals in Port Elizabeth

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How far in advance should I hire a car in Port Elizabeth?

To get the best deal on car hire in Port Elizabeth, book about 61 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 84, which is about 151% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Port Elizabeth?

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

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Port Elizabeth?

At Port Elizabeth, the best time to rent a car is at May, with an average daily rate of just AED 103. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 151 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Port Elizabeth, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just AED 103. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 151 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

AED 110

February

AED 121

March

AED 110

April

AED 118

May

AED 103

June

AED 129

July

AED 110

August

AED 103

September

AED 136

October

AED 140

November

AED 143

December

AED 151

What car do most people hire in Port Elizabeth?

Full-size cars (BMW 3 Series, for example) are the most popular in Port Elizabeth. Economy (Hyundai i10) and Compact (Class Compact Car) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Port Elizabeth.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Port Elizabeth?

keddy by Europcar has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Bidvest has the second-highest number of locations in Port Elizabeth at 3.

Top rental agencies in Port Elizabeth

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Port Elizabeth known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Port Elizabeth. Reviews were last updated on 24 Juni 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Port Elizabeth, including keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Budget. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

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

5.2
Fair
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.0

Dollar

3 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Port Elizabeth, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 Juni 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Port Elizabeth for a week from 1First Car Rental?

    From 1First Car Rental you can hire a car in Port Elizabeth from about AED 642 per week on average.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Port Elizabeth it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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