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Cheap Car Hire in Cape Town Intl Airport from R226
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 Cape Town Intl Airport with a pick-up date of 19/9 and drop-off date of 19/10. 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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Cape Town Intl Airport car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Cape Town Intl Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 September 2025.
Most popular company | EUROPCAR |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R456 |
Cheapest price per day | R226 |
Popular car types in Cape Town Intl Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Cape Town Intl Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 September 2025.
There are, in total, 109 car hire locations at Cape Town Intl Airport that are operated by 30 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R226/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Cape Town Intl Airport hire providers:
Economy
R227+
Compact
R226+
Intermediate
R281+
People carrier
R518+
Full-size SUV
R827+
Passenger van
R818+
Luxury
R848+
Premium SUV
R1 110+
Compact SUV
R423+
Standard SUV
R501+
Compare car hire deals at Cape Town Intl Airport by type
Here are the best Cape Town Intl Airport small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Cape Town Intl Airport SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Audi A3R226/day
4
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen PoloR227/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota YarisR249/day
2
M
A/C
Best car hire deals found at Cape Town Intl Airport
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Cape Town Intl Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Cape Town Intl Airport with an average daily rate of R503. Data was last updated on 13 September 2025.
Renault SanderoR227/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen T-ROCR424/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota YarisR249/day
2
M
A/C
Cheapflights insights for Cape Town Intl Airport car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cape Town Intl Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Cape Town Intl Airport?
To get the best deal on car hire at Cape Town Intl Airport, book about 31 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R295, which is about 1 099% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company at Cape Town Intl Airport?
Tempest Car Hire is currently the cheapest car hire company at Cape Town Intl Airport with deals as low as R178,90/day found in the past two weeks. Alamo is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R187,07/day.
What is the best car hire company at Cape Town Intl Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company at Cape Town Intl Airport is 1First Car Rental (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
1First Car Rental
10.0
Firefly
10.0
Bluu
10.0
Alamo
9.6
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at Cape Town Intl Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car at Cape Town Intl Airport is January, when you can expect to pay R365/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car at Cape Town Intl Airport is December (R538/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
R365
February
R469
March
R452
April
R486
May
R382
June
R382
July
R417
August
R452
September
R382
October
R399
November
R399
December
R538
What car do most people hire at Cape Town Intl Airport?
Economy cars (Class Economy Car, for example) are the most popular in Cape Town Intl Airport. Mini (Mini Hatch) and Intermediate (Toyota Corolla Quest) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Cape Town Intl Airport.
Which car hire company has the most locations at Cape Town Intl Airport?
Firefly has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. 1First Car Rental has the second-highest number of locations at Cape Town Intl Airport at 1.
Tips for hiring a car in Cape Town Intl Airport
Browse helpful tips for hiring a car in Cape Town Intl Airport including age restrictions, car type suggestions and more. Tips were last updated on 13 September 2025.
- When you choose car hire at Cape Town International Airport (CPT), you will find yourself within easy reach of nearby coastal towns and popular tourist spots. Drivers hiring a car in Cape Town can set off from the city and reach popular coastal resorts, such as Betty’s Bay and Hermanus, in around 2 hours. Hiring a car in Cape Town also puts you within driving range of local wildlife and nature reserves, such as Walker Bay and Haweqwa.
- Travellers who hire a car at Cape Town International will find that the main roads and highways in and around Cape Town are generally in good condition. However, if you plan to drive into more rural areas and visit nearby hiking trails, you may find that smaller roads may be potholed and may include quite rough terrain. To prepare for this, make sure you have a GPS app to navigate the area and take water in the car with you in case routes take longer than expected. You should also make sure you have ample room to turn your car around before continuing down dirt roads or unmarked tracks.
- Before you hire a car in Cape Town, you should familiarise yourself with some local road rules and driving conventions. For example, if you come to a four-way junction when driving in Cape Town, you will not usually find traffic lights. Instead, four-way junctions operate an all-stop first-come first-serve system, so you may get honked at if you hesitate to take your turn. You may also find that petrol station attendants will offer to refill your car for you when you stop for fuel. Remember to tip these employees for their service.
- Most car hire companies at Cape Town International Airport will not allow you to drive your hire car out of the country. However, some car hire agencies may allow you to cross certain borders to enter Swaziland or Lesotho. If either of these trips is on your itinerary, you will need to get a letter of authorisation from your car hire company that states you have permission to cross these borders with your vehicle.
Top rental agencies in Cape Town Intl Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cape Town Intl Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Cape Town Intl Airport. Reviews were last updated on 13 September 2025.
1First Car Rental
2 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
9,5
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
10,0
Firefly
2 locations
Bluu
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
10,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
10,0
Alamo
2 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9,6
Comfort
9,6
Overall
9,6
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
10,0
Budget
3 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
10,0
Overall
9,5
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
9,5
Avis
6 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8,2
Comfort
9,0
Overall
8,2
Pick-up/drop-off
8,2
Value
9,0
Europcar
2 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7,3
Comfort
7,3
Overall
7,3
Pick-up/drop-off
7,3
Value
7,3
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7,0
Comfort
8,0
Overall
7,0
Pick-up/drop-off
6,0
Value
7,0
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cape Town Intl Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 September 2025.
When are the busiest times to drive in Cape Town?
If you want to avoid traffic delays when driving in Cape Town, it is a good idea to stay off the roads during the busy commuter rush hour. Rush hour in Cape Town generally falls from 07:00 to 09:00 and 16:00 to 18:30. During these times, main roads like Highway 2 and Highway 1 are likely to be heavily congested. Cape Town roads are likely to be slightly quieter at weekends.
Where can I find car hire desks at Cape Town International Airport?
Car hire desks at Cape Town International Airport are easily accessible for arriving passengers and are located just a short walk from the terminals. When you land, you should proceed through customs into the main terminal retail area and then leave via the main exit. You will find the car hire agencies located across the Transport Plaza area, directly opposite the terminal. The airport has a wide range of car hire companies available, with on-site pick-up areas just a short walk from the offices.
Which documents do I need to hire a car at Cape Town International Airport?
When you go to pick up your hire car at Cape Town International Airport, you must make sure you have all the correct documents for hiring a vehicle. South African travellers will need a valid driving licence and another form of official ID, such as a passport. Most car hire companies in South Africa accept credit or debit cards, as well as cash payments. If you have made your booking in advance online and paid an online deposit, you must also take the credit or debit card that you used to make this payment. This will allow you to smoothly complete the transaction.
What is the cheapest hire car found at Cape Town Intl Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R448/day when booking a car hire at Cape Town Intl Airport. The absolute best deal a user found was for R240/day from Alamo, booked on Sep. 7.
Which car hire providers are at Cape Town Intl Airport?
There are 10 car hire providers located at Cape Town Intl Airport. The following companies can be found near the Cape Town Intl Airport car hire counter:Thrifty (10,0)1First Car Rental (10,0)Hertz (10,0)GREEN MOTION (10,0)keddy by Europcar (10,0)Alamo (9,6)Budget (9,5)Avis (8,2)Woodford (7,8)Europcar (7,3)
How much does it cost to hire a car at Cape Town Intl Airport for a week from GREEN MOTION ?
Hiring a car at Cape Town Intl Airport for a week can be a great option for travel. GREEN MOTION , the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R2 998/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month at Cape Town Intl Airport?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month at Cape Town Intl Airport check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Cape Town Intl Airport for a month?
Our recent data shows that Alamo can potentially be 60% below the average car hire price at Cape Town Intl Airport. Check prices and availability for Alamo and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle at Cape Town Intl Airport is on average R12 849 a month or R428 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Cape Town Intl Airport car hire.
Car hires by fuel type in Cape Town Intl Airport
Browse car hires by fuel type in Cape Town Intl Airport. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cape Town Intl Airport. Deals were last updated on 13 September 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Cape Town Intl Airport. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R22+).
Hybrid
R45+
Petrol/Diesel
R22+