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Cheap Car Hire in Durban from $19

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 Durban with a pick-up date of 22/7 and drop-off date of 4/8. 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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Durban car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Durban. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

CARWIZ

Price of petrol per litre

$1.80

Average price per day

$51

Cheapest price per day

$19

Popular car types in Durban

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Durban and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

At $19/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Durban in the past week. Out of 23 car hire agencies operating in Durban, there are, in total, 47 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Luxury

Luxury

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Durban by type

Here are the best Durban small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Durban medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Durban SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Durban van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Durban luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

MG 3$19/day
2
M
A/C
MG 3
Toyota Corolla$20/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Holden Barina$21/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina

Best car hire deals found in Durban

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Durban. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Durban with an average daily rate of $35. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
The best prices on car hires in Durban we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
MG 3$19/day
2
M
A/C
MG 3
Toyota Corolla$20/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Holden Barina$21/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina

Cheapflights insights for Durban car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Durban, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Durban?

Book your car hire in Durban 24 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $35/day on average when booked 24 days ahead, which saves you 30% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Durban?

Looking to hire a car in Durban? Firefly had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $17.78/day. Alamo also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $18.26/day.

What is the best car rental company in Durban?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Durban is Bluu (rated 10.0/10). keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Durban?

At Durban, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $34. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $51 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Durban, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $34. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $51 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$34

February

$34

March

$37

April

$40

May

$35

June

$41

July

$40

August

$38

September

$45

October

$51

November

$51

December

$49

What car do most people hire in Durban?

Compact cars (Volkswagen T-Cross, for example) are the most popular in Durban. SUV (Volkswagen T-Cross) and Passenger van (Toyota HiAce) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Durban.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Durban?

Both Sixt and Woodford have 4 locations in Durban, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in Durban

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Durban known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Durban. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Durban area such as Bluu, keddy by Europcar and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Bluu

3 locations

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.0

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Thrifty

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

1First Car Rental

8.0
Very Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Tempest Car Hire

2 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Durban, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Durban?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $51/day when booking a car hire in Durban. The absolute best deal a user found was for $31/day from CarWiz, booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Durban for a week from CarWiz?

    From CarWiz you can hire a car in Durban from about $297 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Durban?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Durban it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Durban for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Durban can be found for about $1,275, with the average price for a rental being around $42 a day. Book with CarWiz, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 68% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Durban.

  • How much is a car hire in Durban for a weekend?

    $28 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Durban, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Durban, then opt for a Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of July, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $42/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Durban

Browse car hires by fuel type in Durban. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Durban. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Durban. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($15+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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