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These are the lowest Phalaborwa car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Phalaborwa?

Our data shows that October is the cheapest month to rent a car in Phalaborwa. It’s around $22 per day in October, compared to the yearly average of $44 per day.
Cheapest month avgOctober • $22
Yearly avg price$44

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There are 5 car hire providers in Phalaborwa. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Phalaborwa

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Phalaborwa. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Phalaborwa

Budget
Bluu Car Rental
Avis

What's the most popular car to hire in Phalaborwa?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Volkswagen Polo is the most popular car to hire in Phalaborwa, with prices starting from $34 per day. The Hyundai i10 and similar models are also popular drives in Phalaborwa.
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo61% chose this
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i1018% chose this
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla9% chose this
Kia Rio
Kia Rio5% chose this
Most popular carVolkswagen Polo
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Phalaborwa's cheapest car hire providers

Budget has the cheapest car hire in Phalaborwa right now, with prices from $42 per day. You'll save an average of $34 per day when you book with them.
Budgetfrom $42 per day
Bluu Car Rentalfrom $70 per day
Avisfrom $81 per day
Cheapest providerBudget
Book with them to save around$34 per day

Hiring a car in Phalaborwa: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyBudget
Most popular carLarge, fullsize SUV
Average daily price$236
Best time to book1 week before

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Phalaborwa is $236 per day or $1,250 for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is $34 per day for Small hire from Avis. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: $86 per day.
Cheapest price found: $34 per day.
SUV
Average price: $152 per day.
Cheapest price found: $49 per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: $208 per day.
Cheapest price found: $117 per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Phalaborwa is Small, mini. The most popular is Large, fullsize SUV.
The cheapest car hire company in Phalaborwa is currently Bluu Car Rental, followed by Budget.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Phalaborwa is currently October.
On average, around $1,250. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Phalaborwa is $238.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Phalaborwa for a whole month is $2,263. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Phalaborwa, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Phalaborwa that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Phalaborwa offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Phalaborwa, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Phalaborwa is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Phalaborwa is usually around $177 per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Phalaborwa, which is $236 per day. The cheapest price we found in Phalaborwa is $34 per day with Avis for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Phalaborwa will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Phalaborwa. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Phalaborwa.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is $34 per day. The average price per day is around $86.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Budget, Bluu Car Rental and Avis offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Phalaborwa, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Bluu Car Rental
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $124
Avis
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $131
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Phalaborwa, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from $595 to $4,321 depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the Nissan Pathfinder — averages $236 per day in Phalaborwa. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Phalaborwa right now is $98 per day with Bluu Car Rental.
Luxury car hire, like the BMW 3-Series, costs an average of $208 per day in Phalaborwa. The cheapest price we could find is $117 per day with Bluu Car Rental.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Toyota Corolla, averages $119 per day in Phalaborwa. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Phalaborwa is $41 per day with Bluu Car Rental.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Phalaborwa let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around $39 per day. Some companies include it at no extra cost, so check the details before you book.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Phalaborwa.