East London Airport (ELS), East London, South Africa
Driver's country of residence is United States of America (USA) and age is 30-65
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Thrifty at East London Airport

East London Airport, East London, 5201, South Africa
0027 437 362 116
Pick-up instructions
Rental desk is located in car rental center.
Drop-off instructions
Please clarify Drop-off instructions with Car Provider upon Pick-up.
Business hours
Mon:
06:00-20:30
Tue:
06:00-20:30
Wed:
06:00-20:30
Thu:
06:00-20:30
Fri:
06:00-20:30
Sat:
07:00-19:00
Sun:
08:00-20:00
Key box
No

Customer Ratings and Latest Reviews

Value for money
Ease of finding
Agent helpfulness
Pick-up speed
Drop-off speed
Car cleanliness
Car condition

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.

South Africa
Hyundai Grand i10
3/7/23

Pros: I have always used Thrifty for many years
South Africa
Hyundai i10
2/7/23

Pros: Clean car

Cons: Professionalism
South Africa
Toyota Corolla
1/6/23

Pros: I got a brand new car with only 80km only clock ! Like the smell of a new car..
South Africa
Toyota Avanza
12/20/22

Pros: The car was clean and ready for collection. The staff were friendly and welcoming.

Cons: The check in process was a bit slow.
Israel
Toyota Avanza
10/11/22

Pros: When I asked to check other options they tried hard to give me the car I needed
South Africa
Nissan Almera
10/9/22

Pros: No delays

Cons: None
South Africa
Volkswagen Polo
3/30/22

Pros: good

Cons: No mats in the car
South Africa
Nissan Almera
3/20/22

Pros: professional frontline service

Cons: nothing
South Africa
Hyundai Grand i10
3/10/22

Pros: They were efficient
South Africa
Hyundai Grand i10
3/9/22

Pros: Receptionist was great, car was clean and their employees were great.

Cons: Fix the car door, they are making noise upon opening. Otherwise it was value for that money
South Africa
Volkswagen Polo
1/12/22

Pros: I have nothing to say

Cons: Yes ii was late for picking up the car but the guy that was at the kiosk wasn't helpful, he told me I'm late and he doesn't have cars and that was it.
South Africa
Nissan Double Cab
7/9/20

Pros: It was very bad

Cons: I was not provided with car. It was unavailable
Australia
VW T6 Kombi
3/23/20

Pros: Service was really good
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Most popular car rental deals

Mini
Suzuki Swift or similar
Suzuki Swift
  • 4
  • 5
  • A/C
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Thrifty
$15.63 per day
Economy
Volkswagen Polo or similar
Volkswagen Polo
  • 5
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
Thrifty
$17.85 per day
Compact Crossover
Toyota Starlet or similar
Toyota Starlet
  • 5
  • 5
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Thrifty
$20.75 per day
Compact
Toyota Corolla or similar
Toyota Corolla
  • 4
  • 4
  • A/C
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$21.80 per day
Compact Monospace
Volkswagen T-Cross or similar
Volkswagen T-Cross
  • 5
  • 5
  • A/C
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Thrifty
$38.77 per day
Intermediate Van
Toyota Rumion or similar
Toyota Rumion
  • 5
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Thrifty
$42.41 per day
Standard SUV
Toyota Corolla Cross or similar
Toyota Corolla Cross
  • 5
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$49.52 per day
Full-size
BMW X1 or similar
BMW X1
  • 5
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$69.58 per day
Premium Van
Volkswagen Kombi or similar
Volkswagen Kombi
  • 8
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$72.24 per day
Standard Elite SUV
Toyota Fortuner or similar
Toyota Fortuner
  • 7
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$75.62 per day
Full-size SUV
Toyota Hilux or similar
Toyota Hilux
  • 5
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$75.62 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 7:37 AM on 10/9/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

East London Airport (ELS), East London, South Africa

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Driver's country of residence is United States of America (USA) and age is 30-65

Rental Conditions

Please check the Rental Conditions for each vehicle prior to booking as some conditions, particularly the deposit and deductible, may vary based on the class of vehicle.

Rate includes
Free cancellation with a full refund up to 48 hours before your pick-up time, Limited mileage, Collision Damage Waiver, Theft Protection, Contract fee, Third Party Liability (TPL), Airport surcharge, Tourism levy, Free modifications, State Tax.
Driver requirements
Minimum rental age is 18 years.
A Young driver fee is not applied.

There is no maximum age.
A Senior driver fee is not applied.

The driver license must have been issued by authorized authorities at least 1 year(s) before the date of the commencement of the rental.

A driver license printed using a non-Roman alphabet (Arabic, Japanese, Cyrillic, etc) must be supplemented by an International Driving Permit.
Please note that the International Driving Permit is valid only if it is accompanied by a regular driver's license, is issued by an official authority or government-authorized organization, and is in physical (not digital) form.

Customers are only allowed to rent only if they agree to a credit check and their credit score is satisfactory.

In order to pick up the car, the following documents are required: passport, valid driver license, credit card on a main drivers name, booking voucher.
Optional extras and services
Available special equipment: GPS Navigation system, Child seat (2-4 years of age).
Prices for extras are shown on the booking page.

Adding additional drivers is allowed.
There is an additional charge for each driver.
When picking up the vehicle, all drivers must be present and must provide valid documentation.


Delivery/Collection service is available only by previous request.
Fuel policy
The vehicle is provided with a full tank of fuel and must be returned with the same amount in order to avoid additional charges.
Additional information
All vehicles are equipped with an electronic toll device. This service allows automatic payment of all fees due for passing through any electronic toll barrier. Toll expenses will be automatically paid by credit card without any additional cost.

The vehicle must be returned in an acceptably clean condition in order to avoid additional charges.
Business hours
The supplier will hold the vehicle for 1 hour after your scheduled pick-up time as long as it is within their normal business hours. After this time, your booking may be canceled without refund.

Pick-up & Drop-off
Mon:  
06:00 - 20:30
Tue:  
06:00 - 20:30
Wed:  
06:00 - 20:30
Thu:  
06:00 - 20:30
Fri:  
06:00 - 20:30
Sat:  
07:00 - 19:00
Sun:  
08:00 - 20:00

Top Suppliers at East London Airport

SIXT
SIXT
Very Good 8.8 / 8 reviews
+27112305000
East London Airport, Unit 6 Car Rental Section, East London, 5200
$21 - $117
Working hours
Mon:
07:00-20:00
Tue:
07:00-20:00
Wed:
07:00-20:00
Thu:
07:00-20:00
Fri:
07:00-20:00
Sat:
07:00-18:00
Sun:
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BLUU
BLUU
Very Good 8.7 / 13 reviews
+27437075310
66 Settlers Way, Greenfields, East London, 5201
$21 - $69
Working hours
Mon:
08:00-17:00
Tue:
08:00-17:00
Wed:
08:00-17:00
Thu:
08:00-17:00
Fri:
08:00-17:00
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08:00-17:00
Sun:
08:00-17:00
Hertz
Hertz
Very Good 8.6 / 22 reviews
+270437362117
66 Settlers Way, East London Airport, East London, 5200
$17 - $84
Working hours
Mon:
06:00-20:30
Tue:
06:00-20:30
Wed:
06:00-20:30
Thu:
06:00-20:30
Fri:
06:00-20:30
Sat:
07:00-19:00
Sun:
08:00-20:00
U-Save
U-Save
Very Good 8.5 / 1 review
+27411804900 / +27870958918
East London Airport, East London, 5200
$16 - $86
Working hours
Mon:
06:00-20:00
Tue:
06:00-20:00
Wed:
06:00-20:00
Thu:
06:00-20:00
Fri:
07:01-20:00
Sat:
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Sun:
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Carwiz
Carwiz
Good 8.4 / 6 reviews
+27813332241
East London Airport, King Phalo
$36 - $293
Working hours
Mon:
08:00-17:00
Tue:
08:00-17:00
Wed:
08:00-17:00
Thu:
08:00-17:00
Fri:
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Sun:
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Europcar
Europcar
Good 8.4 / 1 review
+27437362230
Settlers Way, East London Airport, East London, 5200, South Africa
$20 - $33
Working hours
Mon:
06:00-20:30
Tue:
06:00-20:30
Wed:
06:00-20:30
Thu:
06:00-20:30
Fri:
06:00-20:30
Sat:
07:00-19:00
Sun:
08:00-20:30
Dollar
Dollar
Good 8.4
+27437362116
East London Airport, East London, 5201
$15 - $74
Working hours
Mon:
06:00-20:30
Tue:
06:00-20:30
Wed:
06:00-20:30
Thu:
06:00-20:30
Fri:
06:00-20:30
Sat:
07:00-19:00
Sun:
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Budget
Budget
Good 8.3 / 3 reviews
+27437098200
East London Airport
$20 - $104
Working hours
Mon:
06:00-20:30
Tue:
06:00-20:30
Wed:
06:00-20:30
Thu:
06:00-20:30
Fri:
06:00-20:30
Sat:
06:45-19:00
Sun:
07:45-20:30
Keddy
Keddy
Good 8.2 / 1 review
+27437362230
East London Airport
$15 - $24
Working hours
Mon:
06:00-20:30
Tue:
06:00-20:30
Wed:
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Thu:
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Fri:
06:00-20:30
Sat:
07:00-19:00
Sun:
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First Car Rental
First Car Rental
Good 8.1 / 15 reviews
+27437362900 / +27823134050
66 Settlers Way, East London Airport
$16 - $117
Working hours
Mon:
06:00-20:00
Tue:
06:00-20:00
Wed:
06:00-20:00
Thu:
06:00-20:00
Fri:
06:00-20:00
Sat:
08:00-19:00
Sun:
08:00-20:00
FOX
FOX
Good 8.0
+27437362230
East London Airport Settlers Way
Working hours
Mon:
06:00-20:30
Tue:
06:00-20:30
Wed:
06:00-20:30
Thu:
06:00-20:30
Fri:
06:00-20:30
Sat:
07:00-19:00
Sun:
08:00-20:30
GreenMotion
GreenMotion
Average 7.7 / 14 reviews
+27411804900 / +27636472282 / +27870958918
East London Airport, East London, 5200
$16 - $86
Working hours
Mon:
06:00-20:00
Tue:
06:00-20:00
Wed:
06:00-20:00
Thu:
06:00-20:00
Fri:
06:00-20:00
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Sun:
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Firefly
Firefly
Average 7.5 / 15 reviews
+27437362116
East London Airport, East London, 5201
$15 - $73
Working hours
Mon:
06:00-20:30
Tue:
06:00-20:30
Wed:
06:00-20:30
Thu:
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Fri:
06:00-20:30
Sat:
07:00-19:00
Sun:
08:00-20:00
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