Richards Bay car hires in 2025
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 13 October 2025.
Most popular company | BUDGET |
|---|---|
Price of gas per litre | £0.93 |
Average price per day | £23 |
Cheapest price per day | £22 |
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 39 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £8/day on average when booked 39 days ahead, which saves you 78% off the average price.
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). Hertz (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Richards Bay?
Planning to hire a car in Richards Bay? August is the cheapest month, costing about £17 per day. In contrast, October is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £46. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
£18
February
£19
March
£23
April
£19
May
£22
June
£21
July
£36
August
£17
September
£21
October
£46
November
£23
December
£22
What car do most people hire in Richards Bay?
Mini cars (Suzuki Swift or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Richards Bay. SUV cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Richards Bay?
In Richards Bay, 1First Car Rental, Bluu, FlexWays, and Sixt have 2 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.
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 13 October 2025.
Avis
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
Pick-up/drop-off
Value
Hertz
Thrifty
Firefly
Bluu
keddy by Europcar
Budget
1First Car Rental
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 13 October 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Richards Bay?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £23/day when booking a car hire in Richards Bay. The absolute best deal a user found was for £22/day from Budget, booked on Oct. 5.
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 £153 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.