What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Port Elizabeth?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Port Elizabeth and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 28 March 2025.
January
S$ 41
February
S$ 45
March
S$ 44
April
S$ 49
May
S$ 52
June
S$ 52
July
S$ 40
August
S$ 38
September
S$ 50
October
S$ 52
November
S$ 50
December
S$ 54
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Port Elizabeth is August. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
Compare available car types for rental in Port Elizabeth
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Port Elizabeth to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2025.
Small cars | S$ 40 - S$ 109 | |
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All Car Types | S$ 42 - S$ 124 |
To hire a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of S$ 42/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~S$ 40/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~S$ 109/day). In fact, September is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a small car saves you 20% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a SUV in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of S$ 44/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~S$ 60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~S$ 129/day). In fact, August is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Port Elizabeth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Port Elizabeth, hiring a SUV saves you 14% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
Top rental agencies in Port Elizabeth
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Port Elizabeth known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Port Elizabeth. Reviews were last updated on 28 March 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Port Elizabeth, including keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Budget in Port Elizabeth. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Port Elizabeth, including keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Budget.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Port Elizabeth, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2025.
What are petrol prices like in Port Elizabeth?
The average price of petrol in Port Elizabeth is S$ 1.60/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 72 and S$ 104 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Port Elizabeth for a week from Budget?
Budget offers hire cars in Port Elizabeth for about S$ 239 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Port Elizabeth for the best price?
Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 61% on a hire car in Port Elizabeth. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 67 days prior to your desired date.
Can I rent a car for a month in Port Elizabeth?
Typically, how long you can rent 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.
What car do most people hire in Port Elizabeth?
Volkswagen T-Cross, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Port Elizabeth according to Cheapflights users.