Cheapflights insights for Pietermaritzburg car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Pietermaritzburg, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Pietermaritzburg?
For the best savings on car hire in Pietermaritzburg, make your reservation 81 days before pickup. The average price then is just £10/day – about 73% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Pietermaritzburg?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Pietermaritzburg is Hertz (rated 10.0/10). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Pietermaritzburg is February, when you can expect to pay £17/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Pietermaritzburg is September (£32/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
£18
February
£17
March
£23
April
£26
May
£23
June
£26
July
£21
August
£19
September
£32
October
£28
November
£28
December
£30
What car do most people hire in Pietermaritzburg?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Pietermaritzburg are the following: Full-size cars (Toyota Hilux or similar), Mini cars (Renault Kwid or similar), and Pick-up truck cars (Toyota Hilux or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Pietermaritzburg?
In Pietermaritzburg, Avis, Bluu, keddy by Europcar, and Sunnycars have 2 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top hire agencies in Pietermaritzburg
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Pietermaritzburg known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Pietermaritzburg. Reviews were last updated on 18 September 2025.
Hertz
Firefly
Bluu
keddy by Europcar
Avis
1First Car Rental
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Pietermaritzburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Pietermaritzburg for a week from keddy by Europcar?
From keddy by Europcar you can hire a car in Pietermaritzburg from about £90 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Pietermaritzburg?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Pietermaritzburg for a month is certainly possible.