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Cheap Car Hire in Richards Bay from £14

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 Richards Bay with a pick-up date of 17/7 and drop-off date of 20/7. 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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Richards Bay car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Richards Bay. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 July 2026.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

£1.18

Average price per day

£20

Cheapest price per day

£14
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Popular car types in Richards Bay

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Richards Bay and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 10 July 2026.
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There are currently 22 hire locations operating in Richards Bay spread across 17 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Richards Bay is small car at £14 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

£14+

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Compact

Compact

£15+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

£17+

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People carrier

People carrier

£34+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

£62+

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Mini

Mini

£15+

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Premium

Premium

£71+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

£69+

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Best car hire deals found in Richards Bay

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Richards Bay. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Richards Bay with an average daily rate of £33. Data was last updated on 10 July 2026.
Renault Zoe£14/day
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Renault Zoe
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Hyundai i10£15/day
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Hyundai i10
Found 07/09/26
Hyundai i30£15/day
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Hyundai i30
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Cheapflights insights for Richards Bay car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Richards Bay?

Book your car hire in Richards Bay 71 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £11/day on average when booked 71 days ahead, which saves you 63% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Richards Bay?

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

Avis
Avis
10.0
Firefly
Firefly
10.0
Bluu
Bluu
10.0
keddy by Europcar
keddy by Europcar
10.0

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Richards Bay?

Planning to hire a car in Richards Bay? December is the cheapest month, costing about £16 per day. In contrast, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £30. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

£27

February

£19

March

£25

April

£30

May

£18

June

£21

July

£21

August

£18

September

£21

October

£25

November

£25

December

£16

What car do most people hire in Richards Bay?

Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo Vivo or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Richards Bay. Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Class Luxury Van or similar).

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Top hire agencies in Richards Bay

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Richards Bay known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Richards Bay. Reviews were last updated on 10 July 2026.

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Firefly

1 location
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Bluu

2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.6

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.6

Budget

1 location
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1First Car Rental

2 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.3

Woodford

1 location
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Richards Bay, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Richards Bay?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £20/day when booking a car hire in Richards Bay. The absolute best deal a user found was for £13/day from Firefly, booked on Jul. 4.

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

    Budget is one of the top picks in Richards Bay. They can have you in a hire car for about £179 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Richards Bay?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Richards Bay.

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Richards Bay for a month is £767. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • How much is a car hire in Richards Bay for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Richards Bay are typically £0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to £0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in August to be on average £0 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Richards Bay

Browse car hires by fuel type in Richards Bay. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Richards Bay. Deals were last updated on 10 July 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Richards Bay. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£18+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

£58+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

£18+

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