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Cheap Car Hire in Pietermaritzburg

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Pietermaritzburg car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Pietermaritzburg. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 July 2025.

Most popular company

BLUU

Price of gas per litre

£0.91

Average price per day

£10

Cheapest price per day

£10

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 90 days before pickup. The average price then is just £10/day – about 72% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Pietermaritzburg?

Firefly is currently the cheapest car hire company in Pietermaritzburg with deals as low as £9.65/day found in the past two weeks. Bluu is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £9.66/day.

What is the best car rental company in Pietermaritzburg?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Pietermaritzburg is Bluu (rated 10.0/10). keddy by Europcar (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 £18/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Pietermaritzburg is September (£33/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

£19

February

£18

March

£24

April

£26

May

£23

June

£26

July

£18

August

£19

September

£33

October

£28

November

£25

December

£30

What car do most people hire in Pietermaritzburg?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Pietermaritzburg are the following: Compact cars (Toyota Corolla Quest or similar), Full-size cars (Toyota Hilux or similar), and Mini cars (Renault Kwid 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 15 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Pietermaritzburg, including Bluu, keddy by Europcar and Firefly in Pietermaritzburg. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Bluu

2 locations

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

Firefly

1 location

Hertz

1 location

Avis

2 locations

1First Car Rental

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

Budget

7.0
Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Pietermaritzburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Pietermaritzburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £10/day when booking a car hire in Pietermaritzburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for £10/day from Bluu, booked on Jul. 13.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Pietermaritzburg for a week from Bluu?

    From Bluu you can hire a car in Pietermaritzburg from about £71 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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Pietermaritzburg for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Bluu can potentially be 8% below the average car hire price in Pietermaritzburg. Check prices and availability for Bluu and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Pietermaritzburg is on average £303 a month or £10 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Pietermaritzburg car hire.

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