Port Elizabeth car hire

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Most popular agency

CarWiz

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

$40/day

Good deal

$37/day

When to book a car hire in Port Elizabeth

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Port Elizabeth

  • Public transport is very limited in Port Elizabeth, and it becomes even more limited if you wish to make day trips outside of the city, so hiring a car is a good idea. It’s also a good way to limit your costs if you intend on checking out nearby safari tours, where you can use your own car as opposed to paying for a guided tour. Utilising car hire in Port Elizabeth will allow you to travel around the city and visit its attractions at your leisure.
  • The desks for car hire in Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) are conveniently located directly outside the international terminal. Port Elizabeth's airport is also small, so it should be easy to navigate. The airport is the easiest place to collect your car, as it is the only place in the city where all the major car hire services are located. You can book your Port Elizabeth car hire in advance through KAYAK and know that it will be waiting for you on your arrival.
  • You will be able to drive on an Australian driver's licence in Port Elizabeth. Some hire car companies will have policies about how long you need to have held a driver's licence before booking with them, so be sure to check ahead. Petrol stations in Port Elizabeth are generally serviced by an attendant as opposed to being self-serve, and it is customary to tip R 5-10 (A$ 0.48 - A$ 0.95). Additionally, if you are asking locals for directions, be aware that traffic lights are usually referred to as ‘robots’.
  • At night, it is important to be on the lookout for wildlife, especially if you are driving on the outskirts of Port Elizabeth. It is often common for pedestrians to walk along the roads here, as it tends to be quiet, so we recommend you slow down when driving in low visibility. If you encounter any large wildlife blocking your path, the safest course of action is to remain in your vehicle and wait for them to move past. It is also recommended that you ensure your windows and doors are locked, particularly when stopped at traffic lights.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Port Elizabeth for $37 or less
  • Book your car hire in Port Elizabeth at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact hire cars in Port Elizabeth are around 43% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Port Elizabeth

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Port Elizabeth?

    Roads in Port Elizabeth are well maintained and wide enough for most cars, so if you intend to stay within the city, whichever car best suits your driving preference will be the most suitable. If you intend on going outside the city (where the roads might not be as well kept) or going on safari trips, then a 4WD will likely be the best choice for your car hire in Port Elizabeth.

  • What’s the speed limit in Port Elizabeth?

    60 km/h is the most common speed limit in Port Elizabeth. Outside the city, the speed limit may get up to 100 km/h, and on highways, it is usually 120 km/h. Be aware that exact speed limits tend to change often, so watch carefully for signs.

  • Where are the best places to park in Port Elizabeth?

    Parking is free for 1-2h in most places in Port Elizabeth. If you need to pay for a ticket, there will either be a meter or an attendant (bearing ID) with a machine to print your ticket for you. You may wish to park further away from tourist attractions, as these areas are more likely to have paid parking. Be aware that any fines you may receive should be paid at the Traffic Department and not through third parties who may offer you a discount.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Port Elizabeth?

    On average a car hire in Port Elizabeth costs $40 per day.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Port Elizabeth?

    The average price of fuel in Port Elizabeth is $7.04 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between $84 and $112, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Port Elizabeth?

    Standard (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Port Elizabeth.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Port Elizabeth airport (PLZ)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Port Elizabeth airport include CarWiz, Firefly and FlexWays.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Port Elizabeth airport (PLZ)?

    The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Port Elizabeth airport to off-airport locations is Firefly.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Port Elizabeth?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Port Elizabeth?

    A Standard car hire in Port Elizabeth costs $122 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Port Elizabeth?

    An Intermediate car hire in Port Elizabeth costs $31 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Port Elizabeth?

    An Economy car hire in Port Elizabeth costs $37 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular car hire location in Port Elizabeth?

    In Port Elizabeth, cars are most frequently hired at Firefly Port Elizabeth Airport (3 km from city centre ).

Port Elizabeth car rental reviews and directory

 
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Sixt

10.0

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

3 locations in Port Elizabeth

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Locations in Port Elizabeth

57 Heugh Road, Walmer

+27 11 230 5000

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

Allister Miller Drive, Walmer

+27 11 230 5000

Monday07:00 - 20:00
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Delivery Service

+27 41 581 2027

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Economy

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the team was willing to help. they do their job effortlessly

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Budget

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Port Elizabeth

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56 5th Avenue

+27 41 363 3014

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
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Port Elizabeth Airport

+27 41 501 7200

Monday07:00 - 20:00
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Hertz

10.0

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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Port Elizabeth

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Locations in Port Elizabeth

10 Boeing Road

+27 41 508 6610

Monday07:00 - 20:00
Tuesday07:00 - 20:00
Wednesday07:00 - 20:00
Thursday07:00 - 20:00
Friday07:00 - 20:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

Port Elizabeth Airport

+27 41 508 6600

Monday05:00 - 21:00
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Europcar

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

6.0

2 locations in Port Elizabeth

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Locations in Port Elizabeth

Cnr 04th Avenue And Hurd Street

+27 41 363 0067

Opening times not available

Port Elizabeth Airport

+27 41 508 9500

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Dollar

1.9

Poor

3 locations in Port Elizabeth

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Locations in Port Elizabeth

10 Boeing Road

+27 41 508 6610

Monday07:00 - 20:00
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Friday07:00 - 20:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
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Port Elizabeth Airport

+27 41 508 6600

Monday06:00 - 21:00
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Port Elizabeth Branch

+27 41 581 7988

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:30 - 12:30

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keddy by Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

4 locations in Port Elizabeth

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61 Cape Rd

Opening times not available

Cnr 04Th Avenue And Hurd Street

+27 41 363 0067

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Cnr 4th Ave &, Hurd St, Newton Park

+27 41 363 0067

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

Port Elizabeth Airport

+27 415 089 500

Opening times not available

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Firefly

10.0

Wonderful

2 locations in Port Elizabeth

from$26/day

Locations in Port Elizabeth

Gqeberha Delivery

Opening times not available

Port Elizabeth Airport

+27 415 086 600

Monday05:00 - 21:00
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Bluu

10.0

Wonderful

One location in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

Terminal Building, P.E Airport, 1 De Haviland Ave

Opening times not available

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1First Car Rental

9.3

Wonderful

One location in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

No, 1 De Havilland St, Port Elizabeth

+27 415 812 027

Opening times not available

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Woodford

7.8

Good

One location in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

Port Elizabeth Airport

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Tempest Car Hire

5.5

Fair

One location in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

Terminal Building, P.E Airport, 1 De Haviland Ave

+27 842 341 130

Opening times not available

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GREEN MOTION

5.2

Fair

One location in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

32 Heugh Road

+27 41 180 4418

Opening times not available

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Rentacar

7.9

Good

2 locations in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

90 Heugh Rd, Walmer

Opening times not available

Port Elizabeth International Airport (Plz), Allister Miller Dr, Walmer

Opening times not available

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U-Save

5.0

Fair

One location in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

32 Heugh Road Walmer

+27 41 180 4418

Opening times not available

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FlexWays

4.9

Mediocre

One location in Port Elizabeth

from$48/day

Locations in Port Elizabeth

1 De Havilland St, Schoenmakerskop

Opening times not available

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Global Rent A Car

4.0

Mediocre

2 locations in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

32 32 Heugh Road, Walmer

Opening times not available

Allister Miller Dr, Walmer

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CarWiz

3.5

Poor

2 locations in Port Elizabeth

from$40/day

Locations in Port Elizabeth

90 Heugh Rd, Walmer, Gqeberha, 6070

+27 41 581 4904

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Allister Miller Dr, Walmer, Gqeberha, 6070

+27 41 581 4904

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Bidvest

No score available yet

3 locations in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

1 Newmarket Rd

Opening times not available

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (Maintainance Building)

+27 415 044 346

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Port Elizabeth Airport

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Thrifty

No score available yet

3 locations in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

10 Boeing Road

+27 41 508 6610

Monday07:00 - 20:00
Tuesday07:00 - 20:00
Wednesday07:00 - 20:00
Thursday07:00 - 20:00
Friday07:00 - 20:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

Port Elizabeth Airport

+27 41 508 6600

Monday06:00 - 21:00
Tuesday06:00 - 21:00
Wednesday06:00 - 21:00
Thursday06:00 - 21:00
Friday06:00 - 21:00
Saturday06:00 - 21:00
Sunday06:00 - 21:00

Port Elizabeth Branch

+27 41 581 7988

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:30 - 12:30

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Avis

No score available yet

2 locations in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

56 5th Avenue

+27 41 363 3014

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

Port Elizabeth Airport

+27 41 501 7200

Monday07:00 - 20:00
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Friday07:00 - 20:00
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Sunnycars

No score available yet

2 locations in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

Corner 4th Avenue and Hurd Street, Newton

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Desk in arrival hall!

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Al Wefaq

No score available yet

One location in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

Alister Miller Drive, Walmer

+27 415 811 786

Monday07:00 - 20:00
Tuesday07:00 - 20:00
Wednesday07:00 - 20:00
Thursday07:00 - 20:00
Friday07:00 - 20:00
Saturday07:00 - 20:00
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CABS Car Hire

No score available yet

One location in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

Terminal Building, P.E Airport, 1 De Haviland Ave

+27 415 817 184

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Comet Car Rental

No score available yet

One location in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

Port Elizabeth Airport

Opening times not available

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Economy Rent a Car

No score available yet

One location in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

54 Union Road Walmer

+27 213 862 411

Opening times not available

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First Rent

No score available yet

One location in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

No.1 De Havilland St

+27 41 581 2027

Opening times not available

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Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Port Elizabeth

Locations in Port Elizabeth

Port Elizabeth Airport

+86 10 6064 1387

Opening times not available

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9 travellers who hired a car in Port Elizabeth gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.8

Car hire locations in or near Port Elizabeth

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Port Elizabeth car hire information

Pick-up locationPort Elizabeth
Car types
Hire locations47
Airport locations24

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