Car Rental at Cape Town Airport

Cheapest car rental rates
Hyundai Grand i10
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Corolla
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Hilux
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai Venue
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Starlet
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Vitz
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Suzuki Celerio
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Renault Kwid
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Starlet
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Suzuki Celerio
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Citroën C3 Aircross *Model Guaranteed*
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Suzuki Swift
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo Vivo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Vitz
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Agya
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Vitz
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Suzuki Ciaz
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Suzuki Ciaz
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo Vivo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Vitz
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


VW Polo Vivo Tiptronic
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Corolla
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Suzuki Swift
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Vitz
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Kia Pegas
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Suzuki Dzire
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Starlet
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Vitz
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Corolla
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Citroen C3 Aircross
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Urban Cruiser
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Starlet
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Corolla
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Vitz
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Starlet
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Suzuki Swift
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Suzuki Swift
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Suzuki Swift
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Isuzu Dmax Single Cab
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Why book with us?




- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport travel guide
- Top international routes
- Main airlines
- Terminals
- Location
- Most popular types of rental car
- Car rental desks
- Services and facilities
- Nearest gas station
- Popular one-way rentals
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Airport info
- Top 20 locations near Cape Town Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Cape Town Airport and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Cape Town Airport
- Car rental statistics
- Top 19 suppliers at Cape Town Airport in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Airport travel guide

Fun and accessible, Cape Town is one of the most visited cities in Africa for a reason. The city has been shaped by the different cultures that call it home, making it a vibrant destination with an interesting history and plenty of atmosphere. Being in South Africa, fascinating nature is never too far away, either. These are four of the most interesting attractions in and around Cape Town:
- The Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. More similar to a national park, the Kirstenbosch has been rightly called one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in the world. Its peaks, savanna, and shrubland give a home to a large variety of fascinating plants from all across South Africa, and there are also displays of indigenous art. The botanical garden is just a short drive south of Cape Town’s center and you can also visit a number of other nearby natural attractions such as Newlands Forest, Table Mountain, and Skeleton Gorge.
- Bo-Kaap. Also known as the Malay Quarter since many of its original inhabitants were brought to South Africa from Malaysia and Indonesia, Bo-Kaap is arguably the most famous neighborhood of the city. The area is best known for its many colorful buildings that feature prominently on every tourist brochure and video of Cape Town. The area remains predominantly Muslim and is home to a number of scenic mosques; another interesting place to visit is the Bo-Kaap Museum.
- Chapman’s Peak Drive. Named after the impressive summit that is located between the towns of Hout Bay and Noordhoek, Chapman’s Peak Drive is often called one of the most impressive roads in the world. The whole drive is just 9 km (5.4 miles) long and there is a toll in place, but it is absolutely still worth it. Both Hout Bay and Noordhoek also have plenty of fun things to see and do.
- Table Mountain. Referenced above due to its proximity to the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, but deserving special mention, Table Mountain is one of the symbols of Cape Town, and arguably, the whole of South Africa. Accessible either by car, on foot, or via a cableway, it is very near the city center, but also at the heart of a national park of the same name, making it one of the most picturesque and visited places in the city.
Find out more about renting a car in South Africa in our complete guide.
Top international routes
- Johannesburg
- Durban
- Port Elizabeth
- East London
- Bloemfontein
- London
- George
- Windhoek
Main airlines
Fly Safair, Airlink, Mango, South African Airways, South African Express, and Air Namibia
Terminals
The single Cape Town Airport building is divided into two terminals, domestic and international, which are connected via the check-in area located in the center.
Location
The airport is about 20 km (12 miles) from the city center. Motorway N2 is the main road connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
Car rental desks
Car rental offices are located across from the main airport building and can be reached via two pedestrian underground passageways.
Services and facilities
You’ll find many shops, as well as restaurants, cafés, ATMs, a currency exchange, several lounges, a medical service, and prayer rooms. Luggage storage is in the arrivals area of the domestic terminal. The airport provides assistance to travelers with reduced mobility, but you should get in touch in advance if this is needed. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest gas station
Total Airport Industria, located at Montreal Drive, Boquinar Industrial Area, can be reached in less than five minutes and is open 24/7. There are many other gas stations near Cape Town Airport and on the way to the city.
Popular one-way rentals
- Port Elizabeth (736 km / 457 mi)
- Johannesburg (1,397 km / 868 mi)
- George (415 km / 258 mi)
- Windhoek (1,489 km / 925 mi)
- East London (1,041 km / 647 mi)
- Maun (2,268 km / 1,409 mi)
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Airport info
Top 20 locations near Cape Town Airport
- Bellville (Downtown)from $20.93 per day8.8 km / 5.47 miles away
- Cape Town Bellvillefrom $20.63 per day9.3 km / 5.78 miles away
- Cape Town Century Cityfrom $18.01 per day11.7 km / 7.27 miles away
- Cape Town Claremontfrom $21.84 per day12.4 km / 7.71 miles away
- Cape Town Salt Riverfrom $18.30 per day13.3 km / 8.26 miles away
- Cape Town Montague Gardens13.7 km / 8.51 miles away
- Cape Town Retreatfrom $18.57 per day17.2 km / 10.69 miles away
- Cape Town (Downtown)from $19.19 per day17.4 km / 10.81 miles away
- Cape Town Victoria & Alfred Waterfront17.7 km / 11 miles away
- Stellenbosch (Downtown)from $19.42 per day23.8 km / 14.79 miles away
- Somerset West (Downtown)24.9 km / 15.47 miles away
- Cape Town Strandfrom $22.30 per day27.3 km / 16.96 miles away
- Paarl Val De Viefrom $20.17 per day38.1 km / 23.67 miles away
- Paarl Dal Josafatfrom $22.95 per day45.4 km / 28.21 miles away
- Hermanus (Downtown)from $19.10 per day77.4 km / 48.09 miles away
- Hermanusfrom $27.45 per day77.6 km / 48.22 miles away
- Mossel Bay Die Voor Bayfrom $27.31 per day323.3 km / 200.89 miles away
- George Airportfrom $17.20 per day348.3 km / 216.42 miles away
- George (Downtown)from $18.55 per day356.9 km / 221.77 miles away
- Plettenberg Bay (Downtown)from $21.66 per day438.4 km / 272.41 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
When to book at Cape Town Airport and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Cape Town Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Cape Town Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthSeptember | Most expensive month April | ||
| Average price $28 | A good deal $20 | Cheapest supplier Woodford Car Hire | Cheapest car type Small cars |
$24
in January
$30
in February
$28
in March
$32
in April
$25
in May
$24
in June
$27
in July
$27
in August
$24
in September
$25
in October
$24
in November
$28
in December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Cape Town Airport is September — when rental costs average $23.67 per day. This is 15% cheaper than the yearly average and 27% cheaper than renting a car in April (when prices average $32.31 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Cape Town Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Cape Town Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in January, while they are least likely to rent in in May.
1.9 times in January
1.8 times in February
1.3 times in March
0.8 times in April
0.4 times in May
0.4 times in June
0.5 times in July
0.6 times in August
0.6 times in September
0.9 times in October
1.1 times in November
1.8 times in December
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Cape Town Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in January the average rental period is 18 days, while in April, the average rental period is only 10 days.
18 days in January
13 days in February
11 days in March
10 days in April
11 days in May
13 days in June
12 days in July
10 days in August
14 days in September
13 days in October
15 days in November
15 days in December
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | SIXT, Woodford Car Hire, Hertz, First Car Rental, Carwiz |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Small cars, SUVs, medium cars, vans |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $18 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Woodford Car Hire |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodford Car Hire | Hyundai Grand i10 | 4 | 2 | Small car |
| Woodford Car Hire | Toyota Starlet | 4 | 2 | Small car |
| SIXT | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 0 | Small car |
| Hertz | Toyota Starlet | 5 | 1 | SUV |
| SIXT | Renault Kwid | 5 | 0 | Small car |
| Firefly | Toyota Agya | 5 | 1 | Small car |
| Carwiz | Renault Kwid | 5 | 1 | Small car |
| Firefly | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
| First Car Rental | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 1 | Small car |
| Europcar | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
Frequently Asked Questions
Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Cape Town Airport






Car rental statistics
Top 19 suppliers at Cape Town Airport in 2026








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