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 January 2025.
January
S$ 39
February
S$ 51
March
S$ 51
April
S$ 53
May
S$ 53
June
S$ 52
July
S$ 40
August
S$ 39
September
S$ 51
October
S$ 53
November
S$ 51
December
S$ 56
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Port Elizabeth is January. 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 January 2025.
Small cars | S$ 25 - S$ 110 | |
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All Car Types | S$ 29 - S$ 125 |
To hire a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, you would pay an average price of S$ 42/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (~S$ 25/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~S$ 110/day). In fact, April is about 42% 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 33% 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$ 50/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 April (~S$ 143/day). In fact, August is about 20% 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 22% 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 January 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Port Elizabeth, including keddy by Europcar, Budget and Firefly in Port Elizabeth. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Port Elizabeth, including keddy by Europcar, Budget and Firefly.
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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 January 2025.
What are petrol prices like in Port Elizabeth?
The average price of petrol in Port Elizabeth is S$ 1.61/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 72 and S$ 104 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
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 65% on a hire car in Port Elizabeth. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 59 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?
Class Mini Car, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Port Elizabeth according to Cheapflights users.