Cheap Car Rentals in Cape Town from RM 74
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 13/3 and drop-off date of 20/3. 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 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 6 March 2025.
Most popular company | ALAMO |
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Price of petrol per litre | RM 5.19 |
Average price per day | RM 345 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 74 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Cape Town?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cape Town 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 6 March 2025.
January
RM 119
February
RM 132
March
RM 137
April
RM 146
May
RM 141
June
RM 137
July
RM 132
August
RM 128
September
RM 137
October
RM 146
November
RM 137
December
RM 150
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 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 6 March 2025.
At RM 82/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Cape Town in the past week. Out of 29 car hire agencies operating in Cape Town, there are, in total, 101 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:
Economy
RM 82+
Compact
RM 95+
Intermediate
RM 96+
People carrier
RM 191+
Full-size SUV
RM 417+
Passenger van
RM 639+
Luxury
RM 292+
Premium SUV
RM 347+
Compare available car types for rental in Cape Town
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Cape Town to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 March 2025.
Small cars | RM 85 - RM 247 | |
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All Car Types | RM 135 - RM 370 |
To rent a small car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 142/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 85/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 247/day). In fact, January is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a small car saves you 34% 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 small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 134/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 139/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 247/day). In fact, February is about 2% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a medium car saves you 38% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a large car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 336/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 165/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 547/day). In fact, November is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a large car is 37% 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 rent a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 232/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 98/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 544/day). In fact, January is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a SUV is 8% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a van in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 222/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a van in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 195/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~RM 486/day). In fact, March is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a van is 4% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 6 March 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.
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Best Cape Town car rental deals found
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 RM 235. Data was last updated on 6 March 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Cape Town area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
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 6 March 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Cape Town?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 345/day when booking a car hire in Cape Town. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 139/day from Alamo, booked on Mar. 2.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Cape Town?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Cape Town from the following companies over the past two weeks: 1First Car Rental (RM 82/day), keddy by Europcar (RM 95/day), and Bluu (RM 96/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Cape Town?
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 in Cape Town.
What are petrol prices like in Cape Town?
The average price of petrol in Cape Town is RM 5.19/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 233 and RM 337 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Cape Town for a week from Alamo?
Hiring a car in Cape Town for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 2,416/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Cape Town for the best price?
Booking your car hire early can save you up to 32%. Aim to book your car hire at least 19 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Cape Town.
Can I rent a car for a month in Cape Town?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Cape Town check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
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 RM 10,356 (RM 345/day) on average.
How much is a car hire in Cape Town for a weekend?
It costs RM 0 for a weekend car hire in Cape Town, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Cape Town in April, prices are RM 0 per day on average.
What car do most people hire in Cape Town?
Nissan X-Trail, which is a Standard vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Cape Town according to Cheapflights users.
Small car rentals in Cape Town
Find small car rental deals in Cape Town from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Cape Town cost an average of RM 152 per day. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2025.
Luxury car rentals in Cape Town
Find luxury car rental deals in Cape Town from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Cape Town cost an average of RM 532 per day. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2025.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car rentals in Cape Town. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
Van rentals in Cape Town
Find people carrier rental deals in Cape Town from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in Cape Town cost an average of RM 431 per day. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2025.
In terms of van rentals in Cape Town, these are some of the best options we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
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 6 March 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 (RM 45+).
Hybrid
RM 63+
Petrol/Diesel
RM 45+