Cape Town Airport car hire

Compare car hire deals at Cape Town Airport from across the web

Find the best car hire price, fuel policy and more from hundreds of providers

Book with flexibility. Look for cars with free cancellation in case your plans change.

Find cheap car hire at Cape Town Airport

These are the lowest Cape Town Airport car hire prices we found across the internet over the next 30 days, and are subject to change.

Car hire near Cape Town Airport

Consider travelling into Cape Town to pick up your car - we found car hire deals from pick-up points in Cape Town from £13.

The most popular car rental companies in Cape Town Airport

Cape Town Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily price£67
Most popular carMini, 4-5 doors
Cheapest price found£13
Cheapest month to rentNovember
Providers at Cape Town Airport26
Most popular providerFirefly powered by Hertz
Best time to book1 week before

How to get the best car hire deal in Cape Town Airport

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy after you've touched down in Cape Town Airport. 

Check out car hire in Cape Town

If you can't find what you're looking for at Cape Town Airport, there could be more car hire options in Cape Town and sometimes, they're cheaper. You just have to remember that the added cost of a transfer from Cape Town Airport into Cape Town could mean you still spend more than if you opted to pick up your hire car at Cape Town Airport.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Cape Town Airport that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your mind or your plans if you need to. Or if you find a better deal elsewhere.

Book 1 week in advance

We crunched some numbers and found that most travellers bag the lowest daily rate when they book 1 week in advance. The cheapest month to hire a car from Cape Town Airport is August.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off from Cape Town Airport, look out for deals with a 'full to full' tank fuel policy.

Skip the queues at Cape Town Airport

With us, you can find car hire deals with self-service or keyless pick-up. No keys to pick up or documents to fill out means no queues. Just touch down, hop in and hit the road - perfect if you've landed at Cape Town Airport late and just want to get on your way.

Hiring a car at Cape Town Airport: FAQs

On average, car hire from Cape Town Airport is around £67 per day.
No. It's a little higher than South Africa's average daily car rental price, which is around £17.
There are lots of car hire companies to choose from at Cape Town Airport - including Budget, First, Fox - Rent A Car, Green Motion, Firefly, Economy, Tempest - Car Hire, Avis, and Thrifty.
Currently, the lowest price for car hire at Cape Town Airport we found is £13. And the cheapest rate for car hire nearby is from £13. It can often be cheaper to hire a car from somewhere near to Cape Town Airport, especially if there's an extra airport pick-up fee. But when you consider the cost of travelling from Cape Town Airport to the pick-up location, and back again at the end of your stay, collecting your wheels as soon as you touch down might still work out more economic, faster and easier.
Yes – you can hire a car when you touch down in Cape Town Airport and drop it off in another location, which can save you time and money.
The most popular according to travellers is Keddy By Europcar, with a 4.9 rating for things like cleanliness, customer service and value. The cheapest company is currently Bluu Car Rental.
Currently, it looks like Bluu Car Rental has the cheapest car hire deal in Cape Town Airport – for £19 per day. U-Save also has car hire deals from £19 per day.
Although you can often find a cheaper car hire deal away from Cape Town Airport, remember to consider: extra cost of public transport, a taxi to your hotel, or on to that pickup location on top of that price.
Yes. We understand that plans can change last minute, or you might even find a better car rental deal from Cape Town Airport. That's why we highlight the rental cars you can book now and cancel later when you search.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals in and around Cape Town. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Cape Town Airport.
When you rent a car near Cape Town Airport, most major providers require you to be at least 21 years old. Some companies charge an extra fee if you're under 25, so make sure you check before booking.
You can book car hire at Cape Town Airport in three simple steps. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.
The documents you need to rent a car at Cape Town Airport vary depending on the car hire provider. In most cases, you’ll need a valid driving licence, photo ID and a credit card. You can check with the car hire provider when you book.
Finding the best car hire deal at Cape Town Airport is quick and easy with Skyscanner. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage, and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.