Economy Car Hire at Cape Town International Airport [CPT], South Africa

FAQ - hire Economy cars in Cape Town CPT Airport

How to rent Economy car class in CPT Airport, South-africa?

You must book a car and then show up at the counter at the specified time to pick it up. Also, prepare all the necessary documents and provide them to the employee present. The list of documents needed to rent an Economy car in Cape Town includes:

• A full driving licence, which you have held for a minimum of 1 year
• International Driving Permit (IDP) if your original licence is not in English
• A printed confirmation voucher sent to your email upon completion of the booking
• A valid photo ID, such as a passport or national ID
• A credit or debit card as an acceptable payment method

According to car hire requirements in Cape Town International Airport, UK licence holders require a photocard. On top of that, an IDP must be provided along with a domestic licence. Don’t forget to verify if your bank card has enough balance to pay the full reservation cost and authorise the security deposit.

What is the cheapest way to hire a car in Cape Town CPT Airport?

You can rent Economy for cheap using two simple rules. The first is to book at Rental24.co.uk and the second is to follow the tips below:

• Book early as the best deals appear 2-4 weeks before the pick-up date
• Plan the first day of your trip on a weekday when rates drop
• Reserve for at least 7 days, which is the minimum period for applying discount rates
• Look for CPT Airport, South-africa Economy car hire in nearby locations to find the optimum price
• Compare deals from different companies for greater financial gain
• Select deals with the full-to-full fuel option to avoid overpaying on fuel
• If possible, avoid one-way travel and border crossings to save money
• Check the promotions and discounts available on the vendor's website

Which Economy car hire companies are on-site in Cape Town ?

The following vendors provide car hire on site in Cape Town International Airport: BUDGET, HERTZ, EUROPCAR, WOODFORD EXCLUSIVE RENTALS, FIRST, THRIFTY, DOLLAR, AVIS, BLUU CAR RENTAL, TEMPEST, BIDVEST, FIREFLY, GREEN MOTION, SIXT, KEDDY BY EUROPCAR, FIREFLY POWERED BY HERTZ, CABS CAR HIRE If you can't find the supplier you want on this list, they may have offices outside the terminal and provide a shuttle service to/from their location.

Do you know the car rental group codes for Economy?

For a clearer car classification, companies use the ACRISS car rental code system. These car hire group codes consist of four capital letters and represent an auto’s basic characteristics. As a result, customers can determine which deal to pick up and what they get in the end. Consider what each letter means in the ACRISS code:

• The 1st letter characterises a vehicle group like Economy, Luxury, etc.
• The 2nd letter indicates the type of car, such as a convertible or 5-door sedan.
• The 3rd letter represents the type of transmission and drive - automatic or manual, 2WD or 4WD.
• The 4th letter refers to the special equipment on board, like air conditioning, and the type of fuel used.

What does ‘or similar’ mean in car hire?

Due to the large volume of cars rented to travellers, it would be difficult for vendors to provide a particular model. To facilitate service, they have made certain models interchangeable. Therefore, when booking, you may not receive an exact automobile, but an identical model in size, type, transmission, and equipment. That is why companies indicate ‘Economy car hire or similar’ on the booking page.

Does my car insurance cover rental cars in Cape Town CPT Airport?

You can use personal car insurance for private hire with the same limits and deductibles. Still, you should check whether your auto policy covers driving abroad. Vendors provide basic insurance by default, which includes damage cover, theft cover, and third-party cover. Moreover, you can purchase an additional or full protection plan. One more alternative is to take advantage of the insurance that comes with your credit card.

Can I rent a particular Economy car model in Cape Town International Airport?

Yes, you can, if you see the sign "Guaranteed car model" near the car image. Otherwise, the company guarantees only a car of the group you’ve chosen.

Sometimes you may get a free upgrade, meaning that an economy class car may be substituted by a compact car at the same price. You may save up to 30-40% of the sum renting a car in Cape Town CPT Airport and choose a car of a higher class. But this may bring additional expenses for the fuel.

Call the number mentioned in the voucher to get informed about the availability of the model you’d like to rent.

The minimum age to hire a car in CPT Airport, South-africa is 20 years old. However, some car hire companies have additional requirements for renters of young age. Remember that all under 25 Economy renters are an additional source of insurance risk for agencies, and therefore must pay an extra fee of £15-30 per day.

This payment is usually called the young driver surcharge, and it’s paid directly at the counter in Cape Town . Since the amount of the fee can reach even 40% of the full car hire cost, it will be reasonable to check the lowest underage charge among all available suppliers.