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Cheap Car Hire in Margate from R352

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 Margate with a pick-up date of 31/3 and drop-off date of 30/4. 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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Margate car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Margate. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 March 2025.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

R21,66

Average price per day

R738

Cheapest price per day

R352

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Margate 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 24 March 2025.

January

R527

February

R382

March

R527

April

R637

May

R618

June

R618

July

R527

August

R436

September

R400

October

R400

November

R400

December

R455

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Margate is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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 Margate

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Margate and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 24 March 2025.

At R446/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Margate in the past week. Out of 9 car hire agencies operating in Margate, there are, in total, 11 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

R2 275+

People carrier

People carrier

R1 390+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 403+

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

R2 442+

Compare available car types for rental in Margate

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Margate to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 March 2025.

Small cars

R386 - R1 724

All Car Types

R394 - R2 068

To hire a small car in Margate, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R660/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Margate, South Africa (~R386/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 724/day). In fact, October is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Margate. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Margate, renting a small car saves you 37% 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 Margate small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Margate, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R622/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Margate, South Africa (~R525/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 154/day). In fact, December is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Margate. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Margate, renting a medium car saves you 40% 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 Margate medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Margate, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R1 865/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Margate, South Africa (~R1 712/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R2 888/day). In fact, January is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Margate. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Margate, renting a large car is 45% 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 Margate, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R1 133/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Margate, South Africa (~R1 133/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R3 119/day). In fact, April is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Margate. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Margate, renting a SUV is 9% 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 Margate SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Margate, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R1 567/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Margate, South Africa (~R819/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R2 859/day). In fact, November is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Margate. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Margate, renting a van is 34% 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 Margate van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia PicantoR446/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Volkswagen Polo VivoR509/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR596/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in Margate

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Margate known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Margate. Reviews were last updated on 24 March 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Margate, including Bluu, keddy by Europcar and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Bluu

2 locations

keddy by Europcar

1 location

Avis

1 location

Budget

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Sixt

1 location

Bidvest

2 locations

Europcar

1 location

FlexWays

1 location

Best Margate car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Margate. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Margate with an average daily rate of R1 159. Data was last updated on 24 March 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Margate. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Kia PicantoR446/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Volkswagen Polo VivoR509/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota CorollaR552/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Margate, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 March 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Margate?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R738/day when booking a car hire in Margate. The absolute best deal a user found was for R385/day from Budget, booked on Mar. 16.

  • What are petrol prices like in Margate?

    The average price of petrol in Margate is R21,66/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R975 and R1 408 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Margate for a week from Budget?

    Hiring a car in Margate for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R3 905/week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 93% on your car hire. For a below average price in Margate, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 72 days in advance.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Margate.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Margate can be found for about R16 735, with the average price for a rental being around R558 a day. Book with Budget, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 39% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Margate.

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

    Car hire prices in Margate are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in April to be on average R340 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Margate?

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

Small car hires in Margate

Find small car hire deals in Margate from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Margate cost an average of R500 per day. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2025.
Kia PicantoR352/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoR446/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Chevrolet SparkR481/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

Van hires in Margate

Find people carrier hire deals in Margate from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Margate cost an average of R1 507 per day. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for hirin a van in the Margate area. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Suzuki ErtigaR882/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR1 307/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Toyota AvanzaR1 390/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Margate

Browse car hires by fuel type in Margate. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Margate. Deals were last updated on 24 March 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Margate. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R60+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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