Cheap Car Hire in Richards Bay from $34
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 Richards Bay with a pick-up date of 17/7 and drop-off date of 20/7. 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.
Popular car types in Richards Bay
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Richards Bay and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 4 juillet 2025.
There are currently 22 hire locations operating in Richards Bay spread across 17 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Richards Bay is small car at $34 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$34+
Compact
$46+
People mover
$80+
Mini
$38+
Luxury
$147+
Best car hire deals found in Richards Bay
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Richards Bay. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Richards Bay with an average daily rate of $65. Data was last updated on 4 juillet 2025.
Peruse the best Richards Bay car hire deals we've found. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Cheapflights insights for Richards Bay car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Richards Bay, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Richards Bay?
For the best savings on car hire in Richards Bay, make your reservation 69 days before pickup. The average price then is just $18/day – about 46% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Richards Bay?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Richards Bay is Bluu (rated 10.0/10). Avis (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Richards Bay?
At Richards Bay, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $35. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $91 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 Richards Bay, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $35. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $91 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
$35
February
$38
March
$49
April
$44
May
$46
June
$43
July
$50
August
$37
September
$76
October
$91
November
$49
December
$47
What car do most people hire in Richards Bay?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Richards Bay are the following: Mini cars (Suzuki Swift or similar), Compact cars (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar), and Full-size cars (Toyota Fortuner or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Richards Bay?
In Richards Bay, 1First Car Rental, Bluu, FlexWays, and Sixt have 2 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top hire agencies in Richards Bay
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Richards Bay known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Richards Bay. Reviews were last updated on 4 juillet 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Richards Bay, including Bluu, Avis and Firefly in Richards Bay. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
Bluu
Avis
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
Pick-up/drop-off
Value
Firefly
Hertz
keddy by Europcar
Thrifty
Budget
1First Car Rental
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Richards Bay, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 juillet 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Richards Bay?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Richards Bay.
Car hires by fuel type in Richards Bay
Browse car hires by fuel type in Richards Bay. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Richards Bay. Deals were last updated on 4 juillet 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Richards Bay. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($27+).
Hybrid
$61+
Petrol/Diesel
$27+