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Cheap car rentals in East London
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in East London
- The South African city of East London is a vibrant and exciting place to visit at any time of year. With car hire in East London, you can leave the city confines and explore everything the area has to offer. Known around the world for the vast array of wildlife that inhabits the area, with car hire you can drive out and see some of the major sights including the Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve (around 30 miles from the city centre) or the Nahoon Estuary Nature Reserve (19 miles from the city centre).
- The Eastern Cape province of South Africa is served by East London Airport (ELS), which offers domestic, continental and international travel options. The airport sits just south of the East London Coast Nature Reserve and is a mere 5min drive from the city centre, making your car hire in East London that bit easier. A number of major car hire companies, including Europcar and Budget, operate directly from the airport, while more companies can be found in the city centre itself.
- With East London car hire, UK drivers will feel truly at home because cars drive on the left-hand side and road signs are written in English. The major roads and motorways are well maintained and should not cause any problems. However, always be aware of pedestrians: in some areas, children walk to and from school at the sides of main roads, which can cause a hazard, especially in low light conditions. Livestock and wildlife can occasionally be found on the roads around East London and throughout South Africa in general.
- East London is South Africa’s third most congested city, so it is always a good idea to plan your journeys outside of the morning rush hour (08:00 to 10:00) and the evening rush hour (17:00 to 19:00) whenever possible. While the city does not experience a high volume of vehicles on its roads, traffic backs up quickly and you might be surprised to suddenly find yourself in a traffic jam.
- Book your rental car in East London at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact rental cars in East London are around 77% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in East London
What type of car is recommended for driving in East London?
For driving around urban areas while also having the possibility of venturing further afield, a 4x4 is an excellent choice of vehicle for your car hire in East London. The city, and the Eastern Cape in general, features many different types of roads and driving environments, so a comfortable 4x4 puts you safe in the knowledge that you are ready for anything. If you are planning on purely sticking to the central downtown area, then you may also consider a compact car for a nice and simple way of getting around.
What’s the speed limit in East London?
While many aspects of South African culture are shared with the UK, speed limits and road signs in general are actually displayed in kilometres per hour instead of miles per hour. For public roads in an urban area, the speed limit is 60km/h or roughly 37mph. For public roads that are not a motorway (motorway) but are outside an urban area, the limit increases to 100km/h (roughly 62mph). On the motorway itself, the limit is 120km/h (roughly 75mph).
Where are the best places to park in East London?
East London Airport offers a number of parking options, starting at around R15 (£0.71) for 1h and rising to about R75 (£3.57) for 24h in an open parking spot or around R115 (£5.47) for 24h in a covered parking spot. A number of car parks can also be found in the commercial district of East London, although these are usually reserved for customers only.
How much is the price of fuel in East London?
The average price of fuel in East London is RM 19.33 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between RM 232 and RM 309, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in East London?
Compact (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in East London.
How can I find car hires near me in East London?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in East London?
A Compact car rental in East London costs RM 73 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in East London?
A Mini car hire in East London costs RM 80 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in East London?
An Economy car rental in East London costs RM 93 per day, on average.
East London car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Dollar
1.9
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1.9
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1.9
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1.9
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1.9
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East London Airport
+27 43 736 2116
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1.9 Poor
Wade, Aug 2021
Europcar
10.0
Wonderful
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
2 locations in East London
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East London Airport
+27 43 736 2230
Settlers Way
+27 43 736 2230
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Hertz
10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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9 Breezyvale Road Orange Grove
+27 43 702 5700
East London Airport
+27 43 736 2116
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Budget
2.0
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10.0
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8.0
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2.0
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4.0
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8a Devereux Ave
+27 437 271 324
Beacon Bay Motor City & Office
+27 43 748 5577
East London Airport
+27 43 709 8200
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Avis
9.6
Wonderful
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8A Devereux Avenue
+27 437 271 324
Beacon Bay Motor City & Office
+27 43 748 5577
East London Airport
+27 43 709 8200
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Firefly
10.0
Wonderful
4 locations in East London
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66 Settlers Ways Greenfields
+27 437 025 700
East London Airport
+27 437 362 116
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32 Devereux Ave
+27 43 721 3209
East London Airport, 66 Settlers Way
+27 43 707 5310
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East London Downtown
+27 43 736 2230
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66 Settlers Way, Greenfields, East London, Amatole, Eastern Cape
+27 437 362 900
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Terminal Building, East London Airport, 66 Settlers Way
+27 43 736 1320
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East London Airport
+27 41 180 4900
Unit 15, 9 Breezydale Rd
+27 41 180 4900
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35 Leipold Street King Williams Town King Williams Town
+27 69 460 7404
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14 Sheffield Rd, Woodbrook
+27 11 230 5000
66 Settlers Way, Greenfields
+27 11 230 5000
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+27 43 736 2900
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East London
+27 437 362 900
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East London Airport
+86 10 6064 1387
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East London Airport
+27 43 736 2116
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Good to know
Most popular car type | Compact |
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When to book a car hire in East London
Everything you need to know for your car rental in East London
Car rental at airports serving East London
East London car hire information
| Pick-up location | East London |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 36 |
| Airport locations | 21 |