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Cheap Car Rentals in Port Elizabeth from AED 85

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 26/4 and drop-off date of 29/4. 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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Port Elizabeth car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Port Elizabeth. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 April 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

AED 4.38

Average price per day

AED 120

Cheapest price per day

AED 85

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 12 April 2025.

January

AED 113

February

AED 124

March

AED 113

April

AED 132

May

AED 135

June

AED 143

July

AED 110

August

AED 106

September

AED 139

October

AED 143

November

AED 139

December

AED 154

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Port Elizabeth is August. 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 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 12 April 2025.

There are 27 hire agencies servicing Port Elizabeth. These agencies, altogether, have 47 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Port Elizabeth with prices from AED 85 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Port Elizabeth:

Economy

Economy

AED 85+

Compact

Compact

AED 104+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 91+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 173+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 350+

Mini

Mini

AED 90+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 446+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 278+

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 12 April 2025.

Small cars

AED 69 - AED 167

All Car Types

AED 74 - AED 370

To rent a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of AED 87/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~AED 69/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~AED 167/day). In fact, July is about 22% 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 48% 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.

To rent a large car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of AED 208/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~AED 244/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 649/day). In fact, September is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Port Elizabeth, renting a large car is 20% 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.

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 12 April 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Port Elizabeth, including keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Budget. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

keddy by Europcar

4 locations

Sixt

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

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

Hertz

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

1First Car Rental

1 location

Europcar

5.2
Fair
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.0

Dollar

3 locations

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 12 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Port Elizabeth?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 120/day when booking a car hire in Port Elizabeth. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 117/day from Hertz, booked on Apr. 6.

  • 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 Hertz?

    From Hertz you can hire a car in Port Elizabeth from about AED 838 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 67% in Port Elizabeth - we recommend booking at least 61days 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 does it cost to rent a car in Port Elizabeth for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Hertz can potentially be 4% below the average car hire price in Port Elizabeth. Check prices and availability for Hertz and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Port Elizabeth is on average AED 3,590 a month or AED 120 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Port Elizabeth car hire.

  • 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 Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of May, 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 Standard (Volkswagen Multivan) 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 94 per day. Price data was last updated on 12 April 2025.
Ford KaAED 85/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Kia PicantoAED 85/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoAED 90/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 401 per day. Price data was last updated on 12 April 2025.
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 278/day
5
4
M
A/C
Lexus ES
BMW X5AED 384/day
5
4
M
A/C
BMW X5
Audi A8AED 410/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A8

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 12 April 2025.

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 34+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 64+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 34+

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