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Cheap Car Hire in Port Elizabeth from $20

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 7/7 and drop-off date of 26/7. 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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Cheapest time to hire 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 8 June 2025.

January

$46

February

$52

March

$47

April

$49

May

$43

June

$56

July

$46

August

$43

September

$56

October

$58

November

$60

December

$63

Popular car types in Port Elizabeth

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Port Elizabeth and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 8 June 2025.

There are, in total, 47 car hire locations in Port Elizabeth that are operated by 27 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $20/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Port Elizabeth hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Passenger van

Passenger van

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare available car types for hire in Port Elizabeth

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 8 June 2025.

Small cars

$34 - $63

All Car Types

$45 - $92

To hire a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of $44/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~$34/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$63/day). In fact, June is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a small car saves you 39% 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 hire a medium car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of $61/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~$40/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$106/day). In fact, April is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a medium car saves you 16% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of $98/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~$84/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$157/day). In fact, August is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a large car is 28% 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. Here are the best Port Elizabeth large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of $86/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$179/day). In fact, August is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a SUV is 17% 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. Here are the best Port Elizabeth SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of $74/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a van in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~$40/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$152/day). In fact, April is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a van is 3% 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. Here are the best Port Elizabeth van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

MG MG4$20/day
4
M
A/C
MG MG4
Mercedes-Benz A-Class$22/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Toyota Yaris$26/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Top hire agencies in Port Elizabeth

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Port Elizabeth known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Port Elizabeth. Reviews were last updated on 8 June 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Port Elizabeth, including keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Budget in Port Elizabeth. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Port Elizabeth, including keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Budget.

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

Best car hire deals found in Port Elizabeth

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Port Elizabeth. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Port Elizabeth with an average daily rate of $39. Data was last updated on 8 June 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Port Elizabeth. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
MG MG4$20/day
4
M
A/C
MG MG4
Mercedes-Benz A-Class$22/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Toyota Prius$24/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Prius

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Port Elizabeth, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Port Elizabeth for a week from CarWiz?

    CarWiz is one of the top picks in Port Elizabeth. They can have you in a hire car for about $118 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Port Elizabeth?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Port Elizabeth for a month is certainly possible.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Port Elizabeth is $0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Port Elizabeth. For the month of July, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Port Elizabeth for as low as $68/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Port Elizabeth

Browse car hires by fuel type in Port Elizabeth. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Port Elizabeth. Deals were last updated on 8 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Port Elizabeth. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($13+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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