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Cheap Car Hire in Richards Bay from £12
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 18/9 and drop-off date of 25/9. 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 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 12 September 2025.
Most popular company | BUDGET |
|---|---|
Price of gas per litre | £0.88 |
Average price per day | £38 |
Cheapest price per day | £12 |
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 12 September 2025.
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 £12 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
£13+
Compact
£15+
Intermediate
£35+
People carrier
£22+
Full-size SUV
£49+
Mini
£12+
Passenger van
£32+
Compact SUV
£19+
Compare car hire deals in Richards Bay by type
Here are the best Richards Bay small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Richards Bay SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Toyota Aygo£12/day
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Smart Forfour£13/day
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Toyota Aygo£15/day
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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 £26. Data was last updated on 12 September 2025.
Toyota Aygo£12/day
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Smart Forfour£13/day
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Toyota Aygo£15/day
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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 69 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £9/day on average when booked 69 days ahead, which saves you 77% 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.
Avis
10.0
Hertz
10.0
Thrifty
10.0
Firefly
10.0
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Richards Bay?
Planning to hire a car in Richards Bay? January is the cheapest month, costing about £17 per day. In contrast, October is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £49. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
£17
February
£18
March
£24
April
£19
May
£21
June
£21
July
£36
August
£17
September
£35
October
£49
November
£23
December
£23
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. Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo Vivo 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 12 September 2025.
Avis
1 review•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
6.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
8.0
Hertz
1 location
Thrifty
1 location
Firefly
1 location
Bluu
2 locations
keddy by Europcar
1 location
Budget
1 location
1First Car Rental
2 locations
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 12 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Richards Bay?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £38/day when booking a car hire in Richards Bay. The absolute best deal a user found was for £38/day from Budget, booked on Sep. 7.
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 £269 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 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 Mini to save money on your trip to £0. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in October 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 12 September 2025.
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 (£22+).
Hybrid
£45+
Petrol/Diesel
£22+