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Cheap Car Hire in Mthatha from R301

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Mthatha with a pick-up date of 7/8 and drop-off date of 17/8. 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.
Driver's age: 26-65
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Mthatha car hires in 2024

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 26 July 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

R23,18

Average price per day

R563

Cheapest price per day

R301

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Mthatha?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Mthatha 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 26 July 2024.

January

R551

February

R643

March

R607

April

R772

May

R735

June

R607

July

R478

August

R607

September

R496

October

R496

November

R515

December

R533

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Mthatha is July. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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.

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 26 July 2024.

In Mthatha, there are 18 active hire locations from 16 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Mthatha in the past week - currently priced from R301/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 260+

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 440+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R2 474+

Compare available car types for rental in Mthatha

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Mthatha to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 July 2024.

Small cars

R505 - R805

All Car Types

R856 - R1 742

To hire a small car in Mthatha, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R618/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Mthatha, South Africa (~R505/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R805/day). In fact, October is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Mthatha. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Mthatha, renting a small car saves you 47% 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 Mthatha small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Mthatha, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R1 401/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Mthatha, South Africa (~R823/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R2 114/day). In fact, January is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Mthatha. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Mthatha, renting a medium car is 18% 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 Mthatha medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Mthatha, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R2 312/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Mthatha, South Africa (~R1 855/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R3 499/day). In fact, July is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Mthatha. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Mthatha, renting a large car is 50% 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 hire a SUV in Mthatha, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R1 823/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Mthatha, South Africa (~R1 256/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R3 064/day). In fact, October is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Mthatha. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Mthatha, renting a SUV is 37% 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 Mthatha SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Mthatha, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R2 038/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a van in Mthatha, South Africa (~R1 405/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R2 802/day). In fact, July is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Mthatha. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Mthatha, renting a van is 44% 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 Mthatha van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Mthatha, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R1 599/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Mthatha, South Africa (~R1 500/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 363/day). In fact, November is about 7% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Mthatha. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Mthatha, renting a pickup truck 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.

To hire a luxury car in Mthatha, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R1 649/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Mthatha, South Africa (~R1 636/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R3 957/day). In fact, March is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Mthatha. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Mthatha, renting a luxury 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.

Kia PicantoR301/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Volkswagen PoloR325/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen PoloR526/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

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 26 July 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Mthatha area such as Budget, Firefly and keddy by Europcar. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Budget

10,0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Firefly

1 location

keddy by Europcar

1 location

Avis

1 location

1First Car Rental

1 location

Hertz

1 location

Europcar

1 location

GREEN MOTION

2 locations

Best Mthatha car hire deals found

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 R1 073. Data was last updated on 26 July 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Mthatha. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Kia PicantoR301/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Volkswagen PoloR325/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen PoloR526/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Mthatha, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 July 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Mthatha?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R563/day when booking a car hire in Mthatha. The absolute best deal a user found was for R322/day from Provider's pick, booked on Jul. 21.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Mthatha?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Mthatha from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bluu (R301/day), Europcar (R526/day), and Firefly (R574/day).

  • What are petrol prices like in Mthatha?

    The average price of petrol in Mthatha is R23,18/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 043 and R1 507 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Mthatha for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in Mthatha, offering car hire for around R3 763 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Mthatha for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 89% in Mthatha - we recommend booking at least 22days in advance.

  • 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 R16 126. You can find car hire deals to be on average R538 a day.

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

    R881 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 August, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R1 020/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Mthatha?

    The most popular car to hire while in Mthatha is the Toyota RAV4, which is a Standard vehicle.

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Small car hires in Mthatha

Find small car hire deals in Mthatha from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Mthatha cost an average of R536 per day. Price data was last updated on 26 July 2024.
Kia PicantoR301/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoR302/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoR302/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Van hires in Mthatha

Find people carrier hire deals in Mthatha from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Mthatha cost an average of R1 809 per day. Price data was last updated on 26 July 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van hires in the Mthatha area at the moment. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Suzuki ErtigaR710/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR710/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR746/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga

Car hires by fuel type in Mthatha

Browse car hires by fuel type in Mthatha. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Mthatha. Deals were last updated on 26 July 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Mthatha. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R32+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Airport car hires in Mthatha
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