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Cheap Car Rentals in Port Elizabeth from AED 169

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 Port Elizabeth with a pick-up date of 24/1 and drop-off date of 28/1. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Port Elizabeth?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Port Elizabeth 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 17 December 2024.

January

AED 106

February

AED 135

March

AED 139

April

AED 146

May

AED 146

June

AED 143

July

AED 110

August

AED 106

September

AED 139

October

AED 146

November

AED 135

December

AED 121

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Port Elizabeth is January. 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 Port Elizabeth

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Port Elizabeth and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

There are 27 hire agencies servicing Port Elizabeth. These agencies, altogether, have 46 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Port Elizabeth with prices from AED 170 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Port Elizabeth:

Economy

Economy

AED 179+

Compact

Compact

AED 203+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 191+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 318+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 567+

Mini

Mini

AED 170+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 628+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

AED 216+

Compare available car types for rental in Port Elizabeth

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Port Elizabeth 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 December 2024.

Small cars

AED 52 - AED 188

All Car Types

AED 52 - AED 376

To rent a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of AED 96/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~AED 52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~AED 188/day). In fact, January is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Port Elizabeth, renting a small 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 Port Elizabeth small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of AED 109/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~AED 92/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~AED 322/day). In fact, February is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Port Elizabeth, renting a SUV saves you 33% 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 Port Elizabeth SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia PicantoAED 170/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Nissan SunnyAED 179/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Sunny
Nissan MicraAED 179/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra

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 17 December 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Port Elizabeth, including keddy by Europcar, Budget and Firefly. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

keddy by Europcar

4 locations

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

1First Car Rental

1 location

Hertz

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.3

Europcar

4.5
Mediocre
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.5

Dollar

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

4.0

Bidvest

3 locations

Best Port Elizabeth car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Port Elizabeth. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Port Elizabeth with an average daily rate of AED 304. Data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Port Elizabeth. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Kia PicantoAED 170/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Nissan SunnyAED 179/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Sunny
Nissan MicraAED 179/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra

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 17 December 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Port Elizabeth?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Port Elizabeth from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget (AED 170/day), Europcar (AED 179/day), and Firefly (AED 217/day).

  • What are petrol prices like in Port Elizabeth?

    The average price of petrol in Port Elizabeth is AED 4.38/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 197 and AED 284 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Port Elizabeth for a week from Sixt?

    From Sixt you can hire a car in Port Elizabeth from about AED 1,381 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 66% in Port Elizabeth - we recommend booking at least 59days in advance.

  • 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.

  • How much is a car hire in Port Elizabeth for a weekend?

    AED 0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Port Elizabeth, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Port Elizabeth, then opt for a Mini hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of January, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as AED 0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Port Elizabeth?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Port Elizabeth is Oversize (Toyota HiAce) based on our Cheapflights data.

Small car rentals in Port Elizabeth

Find small car rental deals in Port Elizabeth from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Port Elizabeth cost an average of AED 198 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Nissan MicraAED 169/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra
Kia PicantoAED 170/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoAED 179/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Luxury car rentals in Port Elizabeth

Find luxury car rental deals in Port Elizabeth from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Port Elizabeth cost an average of AED 400 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car rentals in Port Elizabeth. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car rental for you and your fellow passengers.
Lexus ESAED 376/day
5
4
M
A/C
Lexus ES
BMW X5AED 423/day
5
4
M
A/C
BMW X5

Car rentals by fuel type in Port Elizabeth

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Port Elizabeth. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Port Elizabeth. Deals were last updated on 17 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Port Elizabeth. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 72+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 99+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 72+

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