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 30 April 2025.
January
RM 116
February
RM 129
March
RM 121
April
RM 129
May
RM 129
June
RM 134
July
RM 129
August
RM 121
September
RM 129
October
RM 138
November
RM 129
December
RM 147
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.
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 30 April 2025.
Small cars | RM 83 - RM 203 | |
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All Car Types | RM 116 - RM 315 |
To rent a small car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 130/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 83/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 203/day). In fact, January is about 37% 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 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.
To rent a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 135/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 72/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 241/day). In fact, March is about 48% 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 30% 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 Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 273/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 161/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 531/day). In fact, November is about 42% 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 30% 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 187/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 95/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 531/day). In fact, January is about 50% 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 saves you 3% 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 van in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 193/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 135/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~RM 474/day). In fact, February is about 31% 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 0% 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 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 30 April 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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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 30 April 2025.
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 5.07/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 228 and RM 329 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Cape Town for a week from Sixt?
Hiring a car in Cape Town for a week can be a great option for travel. Sixt, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 686/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 34%. 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.
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.