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Cheap Car Hire in Port Elizabeth from £7

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 Port Elizabeth with a pick-up date of 21/7 and drop-off date of 8/8. 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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Port Elizabeth car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Port Elizabeth. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

FIREFLY

Price of gas per litre

£0.87

Average price per day

£37

Cheapest price per day

£7

Popular car types in Port Elizabeth

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Port Elizabeth and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Port Elizabeth this past week from 47 hire locations out of 27 hire agencies. Prices for a Port Elizabeth small car hire start from £7/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Luxury

Luxury

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Port Elizabeth by type

Here are the best Port Elizabeth small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Port Elizabeth medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Port Elizabeth SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Port Elizabeth van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Port Elizabeth luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto£7/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Cee'd£8/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Cee'd
Ford Focus£9/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Focus

Best car hire deals found in Port Elizabeth

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Port Elizabeth. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Port Elizabeth with an average daily rate of £15. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
These are some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Port Elizabeth. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Kia Picanto£7/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Cee'd£8/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Cee'd
Ford Focus£9/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Focus

Cheapflights insights for Port Elizabeth car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Port Elizabeth, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Port Elizabeth?

To get the best deal on car hire in Port Elizabeth, book about 61 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £17, which is about 53% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Port Elizabeth?

In Port Elizabeth, the most affordable car hire company right now is CarWiz, offering prices from just £7.76/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at £10.32/day.

What is the best car rental company in Port Elizabeth?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Port Elizabeth is keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10). Sixt (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Port Elizabeth?

At Port Elizabeth, the best time to hire a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just £21. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging £30 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Port Elizabeth, the best time to hire a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just £21. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging £30 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

£22

February

£24

March

£23

April

£24

May

£21

June

£28

July

£22

August

£21

September

£27

October

£28

November

£29

December

£30

What car do most people hire in Port Elizabeth?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Port Elizabeth are the following: Mini cars (Toyota Agya or similar), SUV cars (Toyota Fortuner or similar), and Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Port Elizabeth?

keddy by Europcar has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Bidvest has the second-highest number of locations in Port Elizabeth at 3.

Top hire agencies in Port Elizabeth

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Port Elizabeth known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Port Elizabeth. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Port Elizabeth, such as keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Budget. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

keddy by Europcar

4 locations

Sixt

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Firefly

2 locations

Hertz

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

1First Car Rental

1 location

Europcar

5.2
Fair
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.0

Dollar

3 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Port Elizabeth, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Port Elizabeth?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £37/day when booking a car hire in Port Elizabeth. The absolute best deal a user found was for £18/day from CarWiz, booked on Jun. 8.

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

    Firefly is one of the top picks in Port Elizabeth. They can have you in a hire car for about £137 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Port Elizabeth?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Port Elizabeth however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Our recent data shows that CarWiz can potentially be 60% below the average car hire price in Port Elizabeth. Check prices and availability for CarWiz and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Port Elizabeth is on average £588 a month or £20 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Port Elizabeth car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Port Elizabeth for a weekend?

    £0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Port Elizabeth, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Port Elizabeth, then opt for a Mini hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of July, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as £23/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Port Elizabeth

Browse car hires by fuel type in Port Elizabeth. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Port Elizabeth. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Port Elizabeth. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£15+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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