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Cheap Car Hire in Pietermaritzburg

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Cheapflights insights for Pietermaritzburg car hires

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

Book your car hire in Pietermaritzburg 90 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $20/day on average when booked 90 days ahead, which saves you 41% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Pietermaritzburg?

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

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

Planning to hire a car in Pietermaritzburg? February is the cheapest month, costing about $37 per day. In contrast, September is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $65. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$38

February

$37

March

$49

April

$53

May

$47

June

$49

July

$40

August

$38

September

$65

October

$58

November

$53

December

$62

What car do most people hire in Pietermaritzburg?

Economy cars (Suzuki Swift or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Pietermaritzburg. Mini cars (Suzuki Celerio or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Toyota Rumion or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Pietermaritzburg?

In Pietermaritzburg, Avis, Bluu, keddy by Europcar, and Sunnycars have 2 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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 4 July 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Pietermaritzburg, including Bluu, keddy by Europcar and Firefly. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Pietermaritzburg, including Bluu, keddy by Europcar and Firefly.

Bluu

2 locations

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

Firefly

1 location

Hertz

1 location

Avis

2 locations

1First Car Rental

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

Budget

7.0
Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Pietermaritzburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Pietermaritzburg for a week from Budget?

    Budget is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Pietermaritzburg. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $1,078 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.

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