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Most popular carLarge, fullsize motor home
Average price$65 per day
Cheapest price$30 per day
Best time to bookLess than 1 week before

Driving in Cape Town: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need your driving licence, passport and a credit card to rent a car in Cape Town.
Most visitors can use their regular driving licence. You may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) if your licence isn’t in English. Rental companies also ask for matching ID, and some require a credit card deposit.
Navigating city driving
Roads are well signed, with clear routes to beaches and mountains.
Driving in Cape Town is straightforward, though traffic builds near the CBD and Waterfront. Navigation apps help you avoid busy highways and guide you along coastal drives and routes to viewpoints.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
South Africa uses some toll roads, but not within central Cape Town.
Most tolls apply to long-distance highways outside the city. Cape Town has no emissions zones. Check your rental company’s toll payment options if you plan to drive further along the coast.
Parking your car in Cape Town
Parking is available across the city, especially near shopping areas.
Street parking is monitored by attendants in busy zones. Multi-storey car parks are common in the CBD and Waterfront. At beaches and viewpoints, use marked bays and follow local guidance.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find, and EV charging stations in Cape Town are increasing.
Petrol stations sit along major roads and near malls. Charging points are expanding across the city, though some suburbs have fewer options. Apps like PlugShare show available locations.
Local driving style and tips
Drivers are steady on main routes but quicker on highways.
Traffic slows near beaches and tourist areas. Watch for minibus taxis making sudden stops, and take care at night on unlit roads. Keep a safe distance and stay alert for pedestrians.
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Get the best car hire deal at Cape Town Airport with Bluu Car Rental

Taking a some time to look for the best deal can seem a little daunting. But Skyscanner does the hard work for you. In a matter of seconds, we scan hundreds of trusted travel providers so you can pick the best car hire deal for you. These tips will help you make the most of your booking search:

Getting the best price

It can be tricky to know if you’re getting a good price when it comes to car hire. The cheapest Bluu Car Rental car rental price we could find at Cape Town Airport is $30 per day. Certain cars can also save you cash. The cheapest car to rent is usually a type of Small.

Pick-up options

Collect your rental car at the airport with ease by selecting the right pick-up option for you. You could collect your car at the airport, be met by Bluu Car Rental staff or even get a shuttle bus to the pick-up location. Whatever you'd prefer, Bluu Car Rental could offer you a range of options. Just start your car hire search and filter by 'Pick-up' options.

No waiting around

Beat the queues by booking a car hire deal that lets you pick up your rental car without the hassle. With self-service pick-up there’s no queuing to get keys or hand documents over. Which means more time on the road and less time hanging around rental offices. Simply tick ‘Self-service pick-up’ when you’re searching for a deal.

Try electric or hybrid

Want to travel with less impact on the planet and drive with fewer pit stops? With Bluu Car Rental, you could rent an electric or hybrid car. Just tick ‘electric’ or ‘hybrid’ when you do your search.

Go automatic

If you prefer to drive an automatic car, Bluu Car Rental has got you covered. With automatic car hire options available at Cape Town Airport, you won't have to worry about driving a manual. Tick ‘automatic’ when you start your search, and we’ll do the rest.

Rent a car long term, if you need to

Looking to rent a car with Bluu Car Rental for a little longer than a couple of weeks? No problem. Just enter your preferred dates when you search and we’ll show you what’s available. Keep in mind that renting for a full month could be cheaper than three weeks.

Rent a car when under 25

Looking to rent a car with Bluu Car Rental at Cape Town Airport and are under 25? No stress! You can. Just bear in mind that rental companies may apply extra charges and restrictions. When you start your search, simply un-tick ‘Driver aged between 25 - 75’ and enter how old you are.

Go with the right company

Not set on renting with Bluu Car Rental? It could make sense to consider other companies too. The top car hire companies most people book with at Cape Town Airport are Green Motion, Woodford Car Hire and Europcar. The cheapest car hire companies at Cape Town Airport are Firefly powered by Hertz, Dollar and Carwiz. Take a look today and see if you could get a better car hire deal with another company.

Bluu Car Rental car hire at Cape Town

Sometimes it can be cheaper to rent a car for a week, rather than hiring a car over a shorter period. To give you an idea of general price, the average cost to rent a car for a week with Bluu Car Rental at Cape Town Airport is $933. Whereas the average price to hire a car for a day is $160.

On average it costs $160 per day to rent a car with Bluu Car Rental at Cape Town Airport. The cheapest price we could find is $30.

With Skyscanner, renting a car at Cape Town Airport with Bluu Car Rental is easy. Just enter your dates and we’ll scan hundreds of trusted travel providers.

Then you can compare rental rates and different types of car to find the best deal. Once you’ve found the right ride, you’ll be redirected to book with the provider, with no extra fees.

Yes, you can rent a car at Cape Town Airport for a month. Just enter your dates and search for the type of car you want.

The cost of insurance will depend on the deal you go for. Different booking sites will offer different levels of cover. On top of this, the amount of excess you pick can also effect the price of your insurance. Start your car hire search today and take a look at the levels of cover you could get.

The deposit you pay can depend on the type of car you choose, so make sure you check this before you book. You can usually find out this information when you’re redirected to the booking site.

You can book car hire in Cape Town 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.

When you rent a car near Cape Town Airport, most companies 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 rent a car in Cape Town Airport for as long as you need, depending on availability. If you know your travel dates, start searching on Skyscanner today.