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How much does Richards Bay Airport car hire cost throughout the year?

Our data shows that April is the cheapest month to rent a car from Richards Bay Airport. It’s around 19 € a day in April, compared to the yearly average which is 46 € a day.
Cheapest month avgApril • 19 €
Yearly avg price46 €

Car hire near Richards Bay Airport

Consider travelling into Richards Bay to pick up your car - we found car hire deals from pick-up points in Richards Bay from € 21.

The most popular car rental companies in Richards Bay Airport

Richards Bay Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily price46 €
Most popular carMini, 4-5 doors
Cheapest price found21 €
Cheapest month to rentApril
Providers at Richards Bay Airport17
Most popular providerEnterprise
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to get the best car hire deal in Richards Bay Airport

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

Check out car hire in Richards Bay

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

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Richards Bay 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 3 weeks in advance

We crunched some numbers and found that most travellers bag the lowest daily rate when they book 3 weeks in advance. The cheapest month to hire a car from Richards Bay Airport is April.

Compare fuel policies

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

Skip the queues at Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay Airport late and just want to get on your way.

Hiring a car at Richards Bay Airport: FAQs

On average, car hire from Richards Bay Airport is around 46 € per day.
No. It's a little higher than South Africa's average daily car rental price, which is around 34 €.
There are lots of car hire companies to choose from at Richards Bay Airport - including Sixt, First Rent a Car, Firefly, Thrifty, First - Car Rental, Dollar, Woodford Car Hire, Budget, and Hertz.
Currently, the lowest price for car hire at Richards Bay Airport we found is 21 €. And the cheapest rate for car hire nearby is from 21 €. It can often be cheaper to hire a car from somewhere near to Richards Bay Airport, especially if there's an extra airport pick-up fee. But when you consider the cost of travelling from Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay Airport and drop it off in another location, which can save you time and money.
The most popular according to travellers is Firefly, with a 4.6 rating for things like cleanliness, customer service and value. The cheapest company is currently Firefly.
Currently, it looks like Firefly has the cheapest car hire deal in Richards Bay Airport – for 22 € per day. Thrifty also has car hire deals from 22 € per day.
Although you can often find a cheaper car hire deal away from Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Richards Bay Airport.
When you rent a car near Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay 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.