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Cheap Car Hire in Margate from R485

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Margate with a pick-up date of 13/6 and drop-off date of 16/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Margate car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Margate. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 June 2025.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

R20,96

Average price per day

R656

Cheapest price per day

R485

Cheapest time to rent a car in Margate

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Margate and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 7 June 2025.

January

R515

February

R372

March

R603

April

R568

May

R586

June

R550

July

R515

August

R426

September

R443

October

R390

November

R390

December

R390

Compare available car types for rental in Margate

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Margate to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 June 2025.

Small cars

R377 - R1 879

All Car Types

R404 - R1 681

To hire a small car in Margate, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R684/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Margate, South Africa (~R377/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 879/day). In fact, October is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Margate. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Margate, renting a small car saves you 39% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Margate small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Margate, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R561/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Margate, South Africa (~R513/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 055/day). In fact, December is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Margate. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Margate, renting a medium car saves you 50% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Margate, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R2 163/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Margate, South Africa (~R1 670/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R4 497/day). In fact, January is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Margate. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Margate, renting a large car is 49% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Margate, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R1 530/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Margate, South Africa (~R1 177/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R4 497/day). In fact, February is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Margate. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Margate, renting a SUV is 28% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Margate SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Margate, South Africa, you would pay an average price of R1 223/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Margate, South Africa (~R800/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 785/day). In fact, November is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Margate. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Margate, renting a van is 9% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Margate van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i10R485/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Volkswagen Polo VivoR566/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Suzuki SwiftR750/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Top rental agencies in Margate

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Margate known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Margate. Reviews were last updated on 7 June 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Margate, including Bluu, keddy by Europcar and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Bluu

2 locations

keddy by Europcar

1 location

Avis

1 location

Budget

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Sixt

1 location

Bidvest

2 locations

Europcar

1 location

FlexWays

1 location

Best car hire deals found in Margate

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Margate. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Margate with an average daily rate of R1 398. Data was last updated on 7 June 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Margate. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Hyundai i10R485/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Volkswagen Polo VivoR566/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Suzuki SwiftR750/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Margate, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Margate?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R656/day when booking a car hire in Margate. The absolute best deal a user found was for R389/day from Avis, booked on Jun. 1.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Margate for a week from Avis?

    Hiring a car in Margate for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R4 591/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Margate?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Margate.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Margate for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Margate can be found for about R19 675, with the average price for a rental being around R656 a day. Book with Avis, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 41% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Margate.

  • How much is a car hire in Margate for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Margate are typically R550 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to R550. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in July to be on average R0 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Margate

Browse car hires by fuel type in Margate. Deals were last updated on 7 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Margate. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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