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Cheap Car Hire in Pietermaritzburg from $25

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 Pietermaritzburg with a pick-up date of 7/8 and drop-off date of 10/8. 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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Popular car types in Pietermaritzburg

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Pietermaritzburg and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 July 2026.
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There are, in total, 24 car hire locations in Pietermaritzburg that are operated by 18 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $25/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Pietermaritzburg hire providers:

Economy

Economy

$25+

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Compact

Compact

$28+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

$31+

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People mover

People mover

$65+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

$89+

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Luxury

Luxury

$98+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

$130+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

$42+

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Best car hire deals found in Pietermaritzburg

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Pietermaritzburg. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Pietermaritzburg with an average daily rate of $58. Data was last updated on 28 July 2026.
Mitsubishi Mirage$25/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage
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Suzuki Baleno$28/day
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Suzuki Baleno
Found 07/27/26
Mazda Mazda3$31/day
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Mazda Mazda3
Found 07/27/26

Cheapflights insights for Pietermaritzburg car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Pietermaritzburg?

Book your car hire in Pietermaritzburg 85 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $21/day on average when booked 85 days ahead, which saves you 15% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Pietermaritzburg?

Looking to hire a car in Pietermaritzburg? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $11.25/day. Firefly also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $13.36/day.

What is the best car rental company in Pietermaritzburg?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Pietermaritzburg is Firefly (rated 10.0/10). Bluu (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Firefly
Firefly
10.0
Bluu
Bluu
10.0
keddy by Europcar
keddy by Europcar
10.0
Avis
Avis
8.6

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Pietermaritzburg?

Planning to hire a car in Pietermaritzburg? January is the cheapest month, costing about $23 per day. In contrast, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $40. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$23

February

$34

March

$37

April

$40

May

$34

June

$34

July

$37

August

$36

September

$40

October

$34

November

$39

December

$37

What car do most people hire in Pietermaritzburg?

Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo Vivo or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Pietermaritzburg. Mini cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Premium cars (BMW 3 Series or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Pietermaritzburg?

Both Avis and 1First Car Rental have 2 locations in Pietermaritzburg, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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Top hire agencies in Pietermaritzburg

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Pietermaritzburg known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Pietermaritzburg. Reviews were last updated on 28 July 2026.

Firefly

1 location
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Bluu

2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.6

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.6

Avis

2 locations
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1First Car Rental

1 location
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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

Budget

7.0
Good
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Woodford

2 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Pietermaritzburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 July 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Pietermaritzburg for a week from Firefly?

    Firefly is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Pietermaritzburg. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $139 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Pietermaritzburg?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Pietermaritzburg check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

Car hires by fuel type in Pietermaritzburg

Browse car hires by fuel type in Pietermaritzburg. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Pietermaritzburg. Deals were last updated on 28 July 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Pietermaritzburg. 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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