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Cheap Car Hire in Port Elizabeth from $41
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 Port Elizabeth with a pick-up date of 11/11 and drop-off date of 22/11. 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 Port Elizabeth
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Port Elizabeth and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 24 October 2025.
There are, in total, 48 car hire locations in Port Elizabeth that are operated by 27 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $41/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from Port Elizabeth hire providers:
Economy
$41+
Compact
$44+
Full-size SUV
$147+
Compare car hire deals in Port Elizabeth by type
Here are the best Port Elizabeth small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Port Elizabeth SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Skoda Fabia$41/day
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A/C
Toyota Yaris$44/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla$47/day
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Best car hire deals found in Port Elizabeth
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Port Elizabeth. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Port Elizabeth with an average daily rate of $67. Data was last updated on 24 October 2025.
Skoda Fabia$41/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Yaris$44/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla$47/day
4
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A/C
Cheapflights insights for Port Elizabeth car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Port Elizabeth, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Port Elizabeth?
To get the best deal on car hire in Port Elizabeth, book about 61 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $26, which is about 17% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Port Elizabeth?
In Port Elizabeth, the most affordable car hire company right now is Firefly, offering prices from just $32.07/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at $40.82/day.
What is the best car rental company in Port Elizabeth?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Port Elizabeth is Budget (rated 10.0/10). Hertz (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Budget
10.0
Hertz
10.0
Sixt
10.0
Firefly
10.0
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Port Elizabeth?
At Port Elizabeth, the best time to hire a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just $42. Conversely, November is the priciest month, averaging $58 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Port Elizabeth, the best time to hire a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just $42. Conversely, November is the priciest month, averaging $58 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$46
February
$49
March
$48
April
$49
May
$43
June
$45
July
$42
August
$46
September
$48
October
$48
November
$58
December
$58
What car do most people hire in Port Elizabeth?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Port Elizabeth are the following: Mini cars (Kia Picanto or similar), Intermediate cars (Suzuki Ciaz or similar), and Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Port Elizabeth?
keddy by Europcar has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Bidvest has the second-highest number of locations in Port Elizabeth at 3.
Top hire agencies in Port Elizabeth
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Port Elizabeth known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Port Elizabeth. Reviews were last updated on 24 October 2025.
Budget
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Hertz
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Sixt
2 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Firefly
2 locations
keddy by Europcar
4 locations
1First Car Rental
1 location
Europcar
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.2
Comfort
6.0
Overall
5.2
Pick-up/drop-off
6.4
Value
6.0
Dollar
3 locations
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Port Elizabeth, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 October 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Port Elizabeth for a week from Europcar?
Europcar is one of the top picks in Port Elizabeth. They can have you in a hire car for about $565 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Port Elizabeth?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Port Elizabeth for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Port Elizabeth for a weekend?
The average price for a weekend car hire in Port Elizabeth is $0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Port Elizabeth. For the month of November, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Port Elizabeth for as low as $0/day.
Car hires by fuel type in Port Elizabeth
Browse car hires by fuel type in Port Elizabeth. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Port Elizabeth. Deals were last updated on 24 October 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Port Elizabeth. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($29+).
Hybrid
$48+
Petrol/Diesel
$29+