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Cheap Car Hire in Durban from £8

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 29/7 and drop-off date of 14/8. 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 2026

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 30 June 2026.

Most popular company

FIREFLY

Price of gas per litre

£1.27

Average price per day

£17

Cheapest price per day

£8
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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 30 June 2026.
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At £8/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Durban in the past week. Out of 24 car hire agencies operating in Durban, there are, in total, 51 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

£9+

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Compact

Compact

£11+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

£9+

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People carrier

People carrier

£22+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

£20+

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Mini

Mini

£8+

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Luxury

Luxury

£29+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

£9+

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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 £14. Data was last updated on 30 June 2026.
Renault Twingo£8/day
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A/C
Renault Twingo
Found 06/28/26
Smart Forfour£9/day
2
M
A/C
Smart Forfour
Found 06/28/26
BMW 1 Series£9/day
5
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A/C
BMW 1 Series
Found 06/28/26

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?

For the best savings on car hire in Durban, make your reservation 81 days before pickup. The average price then is just £15/day – about 38% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Durban?

Sixt is currently the cheapest car hire company in Durban with deals as low as £10.99/day found in the past two weeks. Europcar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £12.40/day.

What is the best car rental company in Durban?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Durban is Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Budget
Budget
10.0
Firefly
Firefly
10.0
Bluu
Bluu
10.0
Avis
Avis
9.5

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Durban is January, when you can expect to pay £17/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Durban is August (£20/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

£17

February

£17

March

£20

April

£20

May

£17

June

£17

July

£18

August

£20

September

£18

October

£19

November

£18

December

£20

What car do most people hire in Durban?

Economy cars (Suzuki Grand Vitara, for example) are the most popular in Durban. SUV (Toyota Fortuner) and Compact (Toyota Corolla Quest) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Durban.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Durban?

Avis has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. CABS Car Hire has the second-highest number of locations in Durban at 1.

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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 30 June 2026.

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Firefly

1 location
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Bluu

4 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.5
Wonderful
2 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.0

1First Car Rental

8.0
Very Good
1 review•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.3

Woodford

6.0
Okay
3 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.6

Sixt

6.0
Okay
1 review•5 locations
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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Durban, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 June 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Durban?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £17/day when booking a car hire in Durban. The absolute best deal a user found was for £9/day from Dollar, booked on Jun. 27.

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

    Firefly is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Durban. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about £97 per week.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Durban check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • 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 £415, with the average price for a rental being around £14 a day. Book with Dollar, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 56% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Durban.

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

    It costs £14 for a weekend car hire in Durban, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Durban in July, prices are £26 per day on average.

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 30 June 2026.
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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 (£11+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

£32+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

£11+

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