Cheap Car Hire in Cape Town Intl Airport from R339
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 Intl Airport with a pick-up date of 26/1 and drop-off date of 15/3. 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.
Cape Town Intl Airport car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Cape Town Intl Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Most popular company | SIXT |
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Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R729 |
Cheapest price per day | R339 |
Popular car types in Cape Town Intl Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Cape Town Intl Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.
There are, in total, 98 car hire locations at Cape Town Intl Airport that are operated by 29 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R339/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Cape Town Intl Airport hire providers:
Economy
R338+
People carrier
R685+
Full-size SUV
R962+
Passenger van
R1 129+
Pick-up truck
R1 321+
Premium SUV
R1 516+
Supplier choice
R505+
Intermediate SUV
R613+
Standard SUV
R723+
Compare available car types for rental in Cape Town Intl Airport
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Cape Town Intl Airport to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Small cars | R420 - R692 | |
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All Car Types | R678 - R1 376 |
To hire a small car in Cape Town Intl Airport, you would pay an average price of R480/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cape Town Intl Airport (~R420/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R692/day). In fact, September is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cape Town Intl Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town Intl Airport, renting a small car saves you 53% 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 Cape Town Intl Airport small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Cape Town Intl Airport, you would pay an average price of R1 234/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cape Town Intl Airport (~R927/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 824/day). In fact, May is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Cape Town Intl Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town Intl Airport, renting a medium car is 19% 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 large car in Cape Town Intl Airport, you would pay an average price of R1 079/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Cape Town Intl Airport (~R1 563/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 258/day). In fact, July is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Cape Town Intl Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town Intl Airport, renting a large car is 7% 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 Cape Town Intl Airport, you would pay an average price of R1 267/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cape Town Intl Airport (~R856/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 907/day). In fact, June is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cape Town Intl Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town Intl Airport, renting a SUV is 21% 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 Cape Town Intl Airport SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Cape Town Intl Airport, you would pay an average price of R1 338/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a van in Cape Town Intl Airport (~R1 211/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 303/day). In fact, July is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Cape Town Intl Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town Intl Airport, renting a van is 25% 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 Cape Town Intl Airport van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Tips for hiring a car in Cape Town Intl Airport
Browse helpful tips for hiring a car in Cape Town Intl Airport including age restrictions, car type suggestions and more. Tips were last updated on 17 January 2025.
- When you choose car hire at Cape Town International Airport (CPT), you will find yourself within easy reach of nearby coastal towns and popular tourist spots. Drivers hiring a car in Cape Town can set off from the city and reach popular coastal resorts, such as Betty’s Bay and Hermanus, in around 2 hours. Hiring a car in Cape Town also puts you within driving range of local wildlife and nature reserves, such as Walker Bay and Haweqwa.
- Travellers who hire a car at Cape Town International will find that the main roads and highways in and around Cape Town are generally in good condition. However, if you plan to drive into more rural areas and visit nearby hiking trails, you may find that smaller roads may be potholed and may include quite rough terrain. To prepare for this, make sure you have a GPS app to navigate the area and take water in the car with you in case routes take longer than expected. You should also make sure you have ample room to turn your car around before continuing down dirt roads or unmarked tracks.
- Before you hire a car in Cape Town, you should familiarise yourself with some local road rules and driving conventions. For example, if you come to a four-way junction when driving in Cape Town, you will not usually find traffic lights. Instead, four-way junctions operate an all-stop first-come first-serve system, so you may get honked at if you hesitate to take your turn. You may also find that petrol station attendants will offer to refill your car for you when you stop for fuel. Remember to tip these employees for their service.
- Most car hire companies at Cape Town International Airport will not allow you to drive your hire car out of the country. However, some car hire agencies may allow you to cross certain borders to enter Swaziland or Lesotho. If either of these trips is on your itinerary, you will need to get a letter of authorisation from your car hire company that states you have permission to cross these borders with your vehicle.
Top rental agencies in Cape Town Intl Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cape Town Intl Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Cape Town Intl Airport. Reviews were last updated on 17 January 2025.
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Best Cape Town Intl Airport car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Cape Town Intl Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Cape Town Intl Airport with an average daily rate of R864. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cape Town Intl Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
When are the busiest times to drive in Cape Town?
If you want to avoid traffic delays when driving in Cape Town, it is a good idea to stay off the roads during the busy commuter rush hour. Rush hour in Cape Town generally falls from 07:00 to 09:00 and 16:00 to 18:30. During these times, main roads like Highway 2 and Highway 1 are likely to be heavily congested. Cape Town roads are likely to be slightly quieter at weekends.
Where can I find car hire desks at Cape Town International Airport?
Car hire desks at Cape Town International Airport are easily accessible for arriving passengers and are located just a short walk from the terminals. When you land, you should proceed through customs into the main terminal retail area and then leave via the main exit. You will find the car hire agencies located across the Transport Plaza area, directly opposite the terminal. The airport has a wide range of car hire companies available, with on-site pick-up areas just a short walk from the offices.
Which documents do I need to hire a car at Cape Town International Airport?
When you go to pick up your hire car at Cape Town International Airport, you must make sure you have all the correct documents for hiring a vehicle. South African travellers will need a valid driving licence and another form of official ID, such as a passport. Most car hire companies in South Africa accept credit or debit cards, as well as cash payments. If you have made your booking in advance online and paid an online deposit, you must also take the credit or debit card that you used to make this payment. This will allow you to smoothly complete the transaction.
What is the cheapest hire car found at Cape Town Intl Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R667/day when booking a car hire at Cape Town Intl Airport. The absolute best deal a user found was for R294/day from CarWiz, booked on Jan. 12.
Which car hire providers are at Cape Town Intl Airport?
There are 10 car hire providers located at Cape Town Intl Airport. The following companies can be found near the Cape Town Intl Airport car hire counter:Thrifty (10,0)1First Car Rental (10,0)Hertz (10,0)keddy by Europcar (10,0)Alamo (9,6)Avis (8,2)Budget (8,0)Woodford (7,8)Sixt (6,9)Europcar (6,0)
What car hire company is typically the cheapest at Cape Town Intl Airport?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire at Cape Town Intl Airport from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar (R505/day), Tempest Car Hire (R614/day), and 1First Car Rental (R685/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best at Cape Town Intl Airport?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10,0 rating), 1First Car Rental (10,0 rating) and keddy by Europcar (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies at Cape Town Intl Airport.
How much does it cost to hire a car at Cape Town Intl Airport for a week from Sixt?
Hiring a car at Cape Town Intl Airport for a week can be a great option for travel. Sixt, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R3 248/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Cape Town Intl Airport for the best price?
Generally, for a better deal at Cape Town Intl Airport it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 32%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 19 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.
Can I rent a car for a month at Cape Town Intl Airport?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month at Cape Town Intl Airport check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Cape Town Intl Airport for a month?
Our recent data shows that CarWiz can potentially be 56% below the average car hire price at Cape Town Intl Airport. Check prices and availability for CarWiz and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle at Cape Town Intl Airport is on average R13 920 a month or R464 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Cape Town Intl Airport car hire.
Van hires in Cape Town Intl Airport
Find people carrier hire deals in Cape Town Intl Airport from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Cape Town Intl Airport cost an average of R813 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Car hires by fuel type in Cape Town Intl Airport
Browse car hires by fuel type in Cape Town Intl Airport. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cape Town Intl Airport. Deals were last updated on 17 January 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Cape Town Intl Airport. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R19+).
Hybrid
R55+
Petrol/Diesel
R19+