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Cheap Car Hire in Mthatha from R205
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 Mthatha with a pick-up date of 12/10 and drop-off date of 12/11. 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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Mthatha car hires in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Mthatha. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 October 2026.
Most popular company | USAVE |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | R26,99 |
Average price per day | R624 |
Cheapest price per day | R205 |
Popular car types in Mthatha
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Mthatha and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 6 October 2026.
In Mthatha, there are 19 active hire locations from 18 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Mthatha in the past week - currently priced from R205/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
R382+
Compact
R302+
SUV
R421+
People carrier
R986+
Full-size SUV
R753+
Mini
R205+
Premium
R724+
Passenger van
R916+
Best car hire deals found in Mthatha
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Mthatha. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Mthatha with an average daily rate of R692. Data was last updated on 6 October 2026.
Datsun GoR205/day
Toyota YarisR302/day
Toyota YarisR351/day
Cheapflights insights for Mthatha car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Mthatha, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Mthatha?
To get the best deal on car hire in Mthatha, book about 39 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R183, which is about 489% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Mthatha?
In Mthatha, the most affordable car hire company right now is Avis, offering prices from just R12,28/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Firefly, with rates starting at R31,50/day.
What is the best car rental company in Mthatha?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Mthatha is Avis (rated 10.0/10). Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
Avis
10.0
Budget
10.0
Hertz
10.0
Thrifty
10.0
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Mthatha?
Planning to hire a car in Mthatha? May is the cheapest month, costing about R350 per day. In contrast, January is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R850. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R850
February
R466
March
R483
April
R533
May
R350
June
R516
July
R533
August
R533
September
R483
October
R466
November
R550
December
R450
What car do most people hire in Mthatha?
Passenger van cars (Toyota Rumion, for example) are the most popular in Mthatha. Economy (Volkswagen Polo) and Mini (Class Mini Car) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Mthatha.
Top rental agencies in Mthatha
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Mthatha known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Mthatha. Reviews were last updated on 6 October 2026.
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Locations
Avis
1 location
Avis Locations in Mthatha
Overview
Locations
Budget
1 review•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
10,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
10,0
Budget Locations in Mthatha
Overview
Locations
Hertz
1 location
Hertz Locations in Mthatha
Overview
Locations
Thrifty
1 location
Thrifty Locations in Mthatha
Overview
Locations
Sixt
1 location
Sixt Locations in Mthatha
Overview
Locations
Bluu
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
10,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
10,0
Bluu Locations in Mthatha
Overview
Locations
keddy by Europcar
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
8,6
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
9,3
Value
8,6
keddy by Europcar Locations in Mthatha
Overview
Locations
1First Car Rental
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9,7
Comfort
9,1
Overall
9,4
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
9,4
1First Car Rental Locations in Mthatha
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Mthatha, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Mthatha?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R624/day when booking a car hire in Mthatha. The absolute best deal a user found was for R298/day from Firefly, booked on Oct. 3.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Mthatha for a week from U-Save?
U-Save is one of the most popular car hire companies in Mthatha, offering car hire for around R5 593 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Mthatha?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Mthatha.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Mthatha for a month?
Typically, a monthly car hire in Mthatha can be found for R23 971. You can find car hire deals to be on average R799 a day.
How much is a car hire in Mthatha for a weekend?
R0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Mthatha, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Mthatha, then opt for a Mini hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of November, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R1 487/day.
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