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Daily Car Rental Rates in South Africa

  • Mini

    Chevrolet Spark
    passenger
    4 |     luggage
    1 |     door
    5 |     ac
    manual auto
    From ZAR 171.41

  • Economy

    Volkswagen Polo
    passenger
    5 |     luggage
    3 |     door
    5 |     ac
    manual auto
    From ZAR 188.35

  • Compact

    Nissan Almera
    passenger
    5 |     luggage
    3 |     door
    5 |     ac
    manual auto
    From ZAR 224.74

  • Standard

    Toyota Corolla Quest
    passenger
    5 |     luggage
    4 |     door
    4 |     ac
    manual auto
    From ZAR 354.71

  • Van / minivan

    Toyota Avanza
    passenger
    6 |     luggage
    2 |     door
    5 |     ac
    manual auto
    From ZAR 406.70

*daily rates in Durban Airport based on a 1 day rental (24hr period) and for guidance purposes only.

Car Hire Durban King Shaka Airport (DUR)

Landing at King Shaka International Airport? Collect your rental car directly at Durban Airport with Rhino Car Hire and start exploring KwaZulu-Natal right away. Whether you’re heading to Durban’s beaches, the Drakensberg Mountains, or Hluhluwe game reserves, a hire car gives you the freedom to see it all.

✅ Cheap Durban Airport car hire deals
✅ Economy, SUV, and 4x4 rentals available
✅ Pick up on arrival at DUR terminal
✅ No hidden fees – secure booking online

Why Hire a Car at Durban Airport?

  • Convenience – Collect your car as soon as you land, no transfers required.

  • Choice – Wide range of vehicles for city driving, safaris, and road trips.

  • Flexibility – Drive into Durban, along the coast, or inland to the mountains.

  • Value – Compare trusted suppliers and lock in the best price online.

Quick Driving Times from DUR

  • Durban City Centre: ~35 mins

  • Umhlanga Rocks: ~20 mins

  • Drakensberg Mountains: ~2.5 hrs

  • Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park: ~3 hrs

  • Pietermaritzburg: ~1 hr 15 mins



Car Rental Durban Airport

Durban Airport Car Hire – FAQs

Is car hire available directly at King Shaka Airport?
Yes, several international and local suppliers operate desks inside the terminal.

Do I need a 4x4 for KwaZulu-Natal safaris?
Not always — standard cars are fine on main roads, but a 4x4 is recommended for game reserves and rural areas.

Can I drive to Johannesburg or Cape Town from Durban?
Yes, long-distance rentals are common. One-way drop-offs may include a small fee.




Port Elizabeth is approximately 900km south west and Richards Bay 180km north east of Durban.

Durban King Shaka Airport

Did You Know? – Durban Airport

  • ✈️ King Shaka International opened in 2010, just before the FIFA World Cup.

  • 🏝️ Durban is famous for its Golden Mile beaches, only 35 minutes from the airport.

  • 🍛 The city is known as the curry capital of South Africa, thanks to its large Indian community.

Driving in Durban Airport - Need to know

  • L

    Road Driving Side

  • 60kph

    Urban speed Limit

  • 100kph

    Rural Speed Limit

  • 120kph

    Motorway Speed Limit

  • ZAR  20.39/Ltr

    Current Petrol Price

  • 50mg

    Drink Drive Limit

  • ZAR

    Currency

  • 18

    Min Rental Age

    18

    Min Driving Age

  • YES

    Tolls

Fuel Prices in South Africa

  • Price of petrol in South Africa

    € 1.37/Ltr

     ($ 1.68/Ltr | ZAR 20.39/Ltr)
  • Price of diesel in South Africa

    € 1.47/Ltr

     ($ 1.80/Ltr | ZAR 21.85/Ltr)

Current Cost to fill a rental car in South Africa

  Petrol Diesel
Economy € 54.92  ($ 67.25) | € 58.84  ($ 72.05)
Compact € 54.92  ($ 67.25) | € 58.84  ($ 72.05)
Full Size € 68.65  ($ 84.07) | € 73.55  ($ 90.07)
SUV € 82.38  ($ 100.88) | € 88.26  ($ 108.08)
Carrier € 96.11  ($ 117.69) | € 102.97  ($ 126.09)

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