Car Rental at George Airport
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Cheapest car rental rates
Mini
Suzuki Celerio or similar
$14.85 per day
Compact
Toyota Corolla Quest or similar
$21.95 per day
Economy
Volkswagen Polo or similar
$22.09 per day
Intermediate
VW Polo or similar
$25.06 per day
Most popular car rental deals
Economy Elite
VW Polo or similar
$36.39 per day
Compact Elite SUV
Volkswagen T-Roc or similar
$53.74 per day
Full-size
BMW 3 series Aut. or similar
$73.52 per day
Premium
Mercedes Benz C Class or similar
$91.43 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 3:05 AM on 6/6/25. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel information
Languages
IsiZulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans, English
Currency
ZAR
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+27
Average car rental price
$42 per day
Average car rental length
11 days
Speed limit within town
60 km/h or 37 mph
Speed limit out of town
100 - 120 km/h or 62 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
$1.22 per liter or $4.61 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.13 per liter or $4.26 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.35 per liter or $5.11 per gallon
Airport travel guide
George Airport (GRJ), also known as George-lughawe, is a regional airport located in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. The airport is situated approximately 7.5 km outside of the city of George, and it serves as a gateway to the Garden Route, which is a popular tourist destination in the country.
- Outeniqua Mountains. Many lovely nature areas are located just a short drive from George – more on them below – but it is also possible to enjoy the outdoors without leaving the city boundaries. As George is located on a plateau between the coast and the Outeniqua range, it is very easy to drive north and enjoy the stunning views of the city and the sea below, making this one of the most popular activities for visitors.
- Garden Route: The Garden Route is a 300-kilometer scenic drive along the southwestern coast of South Africa that is known for its natural beauty and diverse attractions. It extends from Mossel Bay in the Western Cape Province to Storms River in the Eastern Cape Province and includes popular destinations like Wilderness National Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna Heads, as well as stunning beaches of Plettenberg Bay and Mossel Bay, several wine estates, and plenty of adventure activities, including bungee jumping, zip-lining, and white water rafting.
- Oudtshoorn: Oudtshoorn is a town located in the Klein Karoo region of the Western Cape Province, about 1 hour drive from George Airport. It is known as the "ostrich capital of the world" because it is home to many ostrich farms and is a major center for ostrich breeding and feather production. It is also home to Cango Caves, some wineries and a popular sunrise meercat experience.
- Gondwana Private Game Reserve: Gondwana Private Game Reserve is a luxury game reserve located in the Western Cape Province, abotu 45 min drive from George Airport. It covers an area of about 11,000 hectares and is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, rhinos, zebras, and many species of antelope and birdlife. This is one of the best wildlife game reserves in Western Cape and a great place for a safari in South Africa. There are several luxury lodges within the Game reserve that offer comfortable accommodations, gourmet dining, and a range of amenities, including swimming pools and spa facilities. Game drives are included in all stays.
Top international routes
- Johannesburg
- Cape Town
- Durban
- Bloemfontein
Main airlines
FlySafair, Airlink, CemAir, Mango, and Kulula.com are the main airlines serving the domestic routes to and from Johannesburg, Cape Town, Pretoria and, Bloemfontein.
Terminals
The single airport terminal serves all domestic flights.
Location
George Airport is about 8 km (5 mi) west of the city of George. Motorway R102 and York Street are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $25 per day
- Medium cars - from $18 per day
- Vans - from $33 per day
- Premium cars - from $61 per day
- Small cars - from $15 per day
- SUVs - from $27 per day
Car rental desks
Some are inside the airport building. The exact location of your car rental provider's desk will be listed on your Confirmation Voucher.
Services and facilities
Although the airport is small, you’ll find a coffee shop, two restaurants, shops, ATMs, a currency exchange in the arrivals hall, a first aid clinic, baby changing facilities, an observation deck, and a prayer room. George Airport facilities are mostly equipped for travelers with reduced mobility, and special assistance can be requested when booking your flight.
Nearest gas station
Caltex gas station at 2 Discovery Street can be reached in about eight minutes. There are other gas stations near George Airport and on the way to the city.
Popular one-way rentals
- Cape Town (424 km / 263 mi)
- Port Elizabeth (331 km / 206 mi)
- Walvis Bay (2,011 km / 1,249 mi)
Fact checked by
Oksana and Max
This article was reviewed and updated by Oksana and Max, eco-conscious travelers on a mission to inspire responsible travel practices around the world. We are storytellers, photographers, and videographers traveling the world full-time in search of outdoor adventures, wildlife encounters, cultural experiences and ways to make a positive impact on the destinations and communities we visit.
Airport info
George Airport (GRJ)
- IATA: GRJ
- ICAO: FAGG
- Name: George Airport (GRJ)
- Distance from city: 3.7 miles / 6 km
Top 18 locations near George Airport
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Map of car rental locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at George Airport?
The cost of renting a car at George Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day at George Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at George Airport is February — when rental costs average $28.32 per day. This is 24% cheaper than the yearly average and 45% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $51.55 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.
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.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at George 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 September, the average rental period is only 5 days.
Average number of rental days at George Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at George Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at George Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in February, while they are least likely to rent in in November.
Monthly searches at George Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Popular suppliers | First Car Rental, Firefly, Hertz, SIXT, Europcar |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, Vans, SUVs |
| Lowest price | $15 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | First Car Rental |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Car Rental | Suzuki Celerio | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Firefly | Toyota Agya | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| First Car Rental | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Firefly | Toyota Corolla Quest | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Hertz | Suzuki Swift | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| First Car Rental | Suzuki Ciaz | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| First Car Rental | Proton X50 | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| Hertz | Toyota Corolla Quest | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Hertz | VW Kombi | 4 | 3 | Vans |
| First Car Rental | Suzuki Ertiga | 5 | 2 | Vans |
Our customers' reviews
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.
VE
Canada
Suzuki Celerio
4/21/25 
JH
South Africa
Suzuki Swift
9/29/24
The beauty of the garden route
CB
Switzerland
Hyundai i20
12/25/22
It was an excellent trip as we were staying in our home in Mosselbay. Doing tours from there to the wine farms, visiting many restaurants, game drives, visiting friends…
IS
South Africa
Toyota Agya
11/2/22
Featherbeds at the Head is beautiful.
SM
Australia
Suzuki Celerio
5/1/22
Wilderness, Mossel Bay, Knysna, Plettenback Bay were all amazing places with awsome views and attractions, thoroughly recommended these placed and more.
LB
South Africa
Volkswagen Polo
3/12/22
Business trip with no time to visit any places
WB
South Africa
Toyota Corolla Quest
11/2/20
The best service and value for money. Highly recommend
SB
South Africa
Toyota Starlet
9/26/20
Easy professional and friendly
WH
South Africa
Suzuki Swift
3/22/20
Most beautiful and well maintained area of SA
SV
Netherlands
Volkswagen T-Cross
2/10/20
Easy, overall quite quick, close to N2.
CS
South Africa
Nissan Almera
1/10/20
Very good and hassle free service. Easy to go with them. I will definitely consider them for my future bookings.
CD
South Africa
Toyota Starlet
7/8/19
On time and effortless right in the heart of George
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Firefly
9 / 10
Lowest-rated company
FOX
8.1 / 10
Total number of reviews
12
Total rental companies
15
Average daily price
$42.38
Lowest daily price
$14.85
Total cars available
123
Top 15 suppliers at George Airport in 2025
+27448014700
R404 Airport Building, George Airport, George, 6529
$24 - $37
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 19:00
Tue:
07:00 - 19:00
Wed:
07:00 - 19:00
Thu:
07:00 - 19:00
Fri:
07:00 - 20:00
Sat:
08:30 - 15:00
Sun:
08:30 - 19:00
+270448014700
George Airport, George, 6530
$22 - $87
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 19:00
Tue:
07:00 - 19:00
Wed:
07:00 - 19:00
Thu:
07:00 - 19:00
Fri:
07:00 - 20:00
Sat:
08:30 - 15:00
Sun:
08:30 - 19:00
+27448769017
George Airport, George, 6530
$21 - $92
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 19:00
Tue:
07:00 - 19:00
Wed:
07:00 - 19:00
Thu:
07:00 - 19:00
Fri:
07:00 - 20:00
Sat:
08:00 - 15:00
Sun:
08:00 - 19:00
+27448760209
Old, Groot-Brakrivier Rd, George, 6530
$15 - $117
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 19:00
Tue:
07:00 - 19:00
Wed:
07:00 - 19:00
Thu:
07:00 - 19:00
Fri:
07:00 - 19:00
Sat:
08:00 - 15:00
Sun:
08:00 - 19:00
+27112305000
Car Rental Building George Airport, George, 6530, South Africa
$20 - $108
Working hours
Mon:
07:30 - 19:00
Tue:
07:30 - 19:00
Wed:
07:30 - 19:00
Thu:
07:30 - 19:00
Fri:
07:30 - 19:00
Sat:
08:00 - 15:00
Sun:
08:00 - 19:00
U-Save
+27411804418 / +27870958918
George Airport, 6530
$20 - $108
Working hours
Mon:
00:01 - 23:59
Tue:
00:01 - 23:59
Wed:
00:01 - 23:59
Thu:
00:01 - 23:59
Fri:
00:01 - 23:59
Sat:
00:01 - 23:59
Sun:
00:01 - 23:59
Budget
+27448769314
Terminal Building
$23 - $99
Working hours
Mon:
06:30 - 19:00
Tue:
06:30 - 19:00
Wed:
06:30 - 19:00
Thu:
06:30 - 19:00
Fri:
06:30 - 20:00
Sat:
08:00 - 15:00
Sun:
08:00 - 20:00
+27448769216 / +27448769204 / +27448760084
4 George Airport, 6530
$23 - $99
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
Sat:
08:00 - 14:30
Sun:
08:30 - 17:00
Keddy
+27448769017
Airport Building
$20 - $89
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 19:00
Tue:
07:00 - 19:00
Wed:
07:00 - 19:00
Thu:
07:00 - 19:00
Fri:
07:00 - 20:00
Sat:
08:00 - 15:00
Sun:
08:00 - 19:00
GreenMotion
+27411804418
George Airport
$20 - $89
Working hours
Mon:
00:00 - 23:59
Tue:
00:00 - 23:59
Wed:
00:00 - 23:59
Thu:
00:00 - 23:59
Fri:
00:00 - 23:59
Sat:
00:00 - 23:59
Sun:
00:00 - 23:59
Dollar
+27448014710
George Airport, George, 6530, South Africa
$49 - $101
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 19:00
Tue:
07:00 - 19:00
Wed:
07:00 - 19:00
Thu:
07:00 - 19:00
Fri:
07:00 - 20:00
Sat:
08:00 - 15:00
Sun:
08:00 - 19:00
+27448014710
George Airport, George, 6530, South Africa
$25 - $101
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 19:00
Tue:
07:00 - 19:00
Wed:
07:00 - 19:00
Thu:
07:00 - 19:00
Fri:
07:00 - 20:00
Sat:
08:00 - 15:00
Sun:
08:00 - 19:00
Avis
+27448769314
George, 6530, South Africa
$24 - $104
Working hours
Mon:
06:30 - 19:00
Tue:
06:30 - 19:00
Wed:
06:30 - 19:00
Thu:
06:30 - 19:00
Fri:
06:30 - 20:00
Sat:
08:00 - 15:00
Sun:
08:00 - 20:00
Bidvest
27832517436
George Airport George
$22 - $61
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 19:00
Tue:
07:00 - 19:00
Wed:
07:00 - 19:00
Thu:
07:00 - 19:00
Fri:
07:00 - 19:00
Sat:
08:00 - 14:30
Sun:
08:00 - 19:00
FOX
+27448769017
Airport Building George Airport
$22 - $61
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 19:00
Tue:
07:00 - 19:00
Wed:
07:00 - 19:00
Thu:
07:00 - 19:00
Fri:
07:00 - 20:00
Sat:
08:00 - 15:00
Sun:
08:00 - 19:00
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