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Cheap Car Hire in Newcastle

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Newcastle 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 1 April 2025.

January

R788

February

R733

March

R807

April

R898

May

R898

June

R898

July

R825

August

R807

September

R843

October

R898

November

R843

December

R825

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Newcastle 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.

Top rental agencies in Newcastle

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Newcastle known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Newcastle. Reviews were last updated on 1 April 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Newcastle area such as East Coast Car Rentals, Europcar and Thrifty. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

East Coast Car Rentals

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

6,0

Europcar

10,0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

8,6

Thrifty

10,0
Wonderful
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Alamo

8,5
Very Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

9,0

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

7,5

Budget

8,0
Very Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

6,6

Hertz

6,6
Okay
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

8,6

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,3

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

Firefly

2 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Newcastle, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Newcastle?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, East Coast Car Rentals (10,0 rating), Thrifty (10,0 rating) and Europcar (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Newcastle.

  • What are petrol prices like in Newcastle?

    The average price of petrol in Newcastle is R19,45/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R875 and R1 264 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Newcastle for a week from Alamo?

    From Alamo you can hire a car in Newcastle from about R7 063 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 58%. Aim to book your car hire at least 8 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Newcastle.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Newcastle however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people hire in Newcastle?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Mini (Kia Picanto) in Newcastle, making it the most popular option.

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