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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 14 November 2024.

January

AED 99

February

AED 132

March

AED 135

April

AED 146

May

AED 146

June

AED 143

July

AED 110

August

AED 106

September

AED 139

October

AED 146

November

AED 106

December

AED 110

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.

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 14 November 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 83/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 39% 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 44% 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 SUV in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of AED 114/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 20% 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 23% 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.

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 14 November 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

Avis

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

1First Car Rental

1 location

Hertz

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

4.5

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

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 14 November 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Port Elizabeth?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (10.0 rating), Avis (9.6 rating) and Dollar (3.6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Port Elizabeth.

  • 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 Budget?

    From Budget you can hire a car in Port Elizabeth from about AED 599 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 65% 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.

  • 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.

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