Durban car rentals from C$ 26/day

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Cheap car rentals in Durban

Hyundai i20 car
Hyundai i20
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
C$ 26/day
Class Compact Car car
Class Compact Car
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
C$ 32/day
Class Intermediate Car car
Class Intermediate Car
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
C$ 30/day
Suzuki Ertiga car
Suzuki Ertiga
or similar Van
5
3
4-5
C$ 67/day
Class Full-size SUV car
Class Full-size SUV
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
C$ 110/day
Class Mini Car car
Class Mini Car
or similar Small
2
2
2-3
C$ 30/day
Volkswagen Multivan car
Volkswagen Multivan
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
C$ 125/day
Mercedes-Benz C-Class car
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
C$ 106/day
Toyota Urban Cruiser car
Toyota Urban Cruiser
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
C$ 57/day
Class Standard SUV car
Class Standard SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
C$ 74/day
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Durban car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Durban with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Durban?

You should book your rental car in Durban around 81 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in Durban?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Woodford (C$ 32.04/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (C$ 38.22/day), and Europcar (C$ 64.28/day). The cheapest rental car price was found at Woodford 34 Hunter Street (0.8 km from city centre).

What is the most popular rental car in Durban?

Rentals in the Small category (Toyota Urban Cruiser or similar) are the most popular option in Durban, costing C$ 44/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as C$ 20/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Durban?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Durban is January at an average cost of C$ 31/day. August is the most expensive month to rent a car in Durban when prices are C$ 38/day on average, which tends to be 58% above the yearly average rental price for Durban.

What rental car company in Durban has the most locations?

Avis operates 2 locations in Durban, more than any other rental company.

Durban car rental price comparison by vehicle type

Find the right rental car in Durban by comparing prices across vehicle types.

Small cars

C$ 25 - C$ 31

All Car Types

C$ 65 - C$ 71

How much does it cost to rent a small car in Durban?

How much does it cost to rent a medium car in Durban?

How much does it cost to rent a large car in Durban?

How much does it cost to rent an SUV in Durban?

How much does it cost to rent a van in Durban?

How much does it cost to rent a pickup truck in Durban?

How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in Durban?

Small car rentals in Durban typically cost around C$ 28 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average C$ 25 per day, which is about 11% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 59% cheaper than the average rental in Durban, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.

Medium car rentals in Durban typically cost around C$ 79 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average C$ 64 per day, which is about 19% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 16% more expensive than the average rental in Durban, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car rentals in Durban typically cost around C$ 116 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average C$ 95 per day, which is about 19% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 43% more expensive than the average rental in Durban but offer more comfort for longer trips.

SUV rentals in Durban typically cost around C$ 69 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average C$ 63 per day, which is about 9% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 3% more expensive than the average rental in Durban but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.

Van rentals in Durban typically cost around C$ 90 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average C$ 80 per day, which is about 12% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 26% more expensive than the average rental in Durban but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Pickup truck rentals in Durban typically cost around C$ 66 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average C$ 49 per day, which is about 26% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 2% cheaper than the average rental in Durban, making them a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.

Luxury car rentals in Durban typically cost around C$ 118 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average C$ 95 per day, which is about 20% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 44% more expensive than the average rental in Durban but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.

Good to know

Most popular agency

Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Woodford
Small
C$ 43/day
C$ 28/day

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Durban

  • South Africa’s third largest city sits along the coast of the Indian Ocean and is a prominent destination for tourism. The best way to explore the long stretch of coastline and its beaches is with car hire in Durban, which affords you the flexibility and convenience of setting your own travel schedule without being limited by the scope of public transport. Richards Bay (170 miles north via N2) is popular site for canoeing and surfing, while the sights of capital Johannesburg lie about 567 miles north-west via the N3.
  • King Shaka International Airport (DUR) is the closest (22 miles) major air transit hub to the city centre and is the most practical location for securing a hire car in Durban if you’re flying into the region. The Car Hire Centre has a good selection of providers, like Thrifty, Dollar and Budget, where you can pick up your reserved vehicle or obtain one on the fly. To find them, follow the directions to the southern exit of the terminal building along Boulevard Road leading to the Car Rental Parking area.
  • With a population of over 3 million, Durban is a dynamic city with major maritime, air and road links and an enormous amount of vehicular and cycle traffic daily. During morning or evening rush hour periods and the early afternoon hours, you can expect major congestion inbound and outbound along primary roads (M4, M10 and R102) flowing through the city centre. Additionally, there will be a tremendous amount of pedestrian traffic due to the number of educational institutions and the high volume of visiting tourists from in the city centre from November-December.
  • The morning traffic rush in Durban usually begins about 06:00, peaks around 07:00 and eases around 08:30, while the evening rush begins about 15:30 and tails off around 17:30. Areas to avoid during these times are the busy M4/R102 interchange near the Grey Street Complex as well as the massive 165 cross-change between the districts of Berea West and Bonela. Be advised that interior streets are also highly active during weekdays, which will causee traffic delays in many areas.
  • For people who want to enjoy greater flexibility in the city, cheap rental cars in Durban are a good mode of transportation. To rent a car from any of the Durban car rental companies, you must be at least 18 years old. However, the majority of rental car agencies have a higher age limit of 25 years for specific vehicle categories, including several vans and premium vehicles. As a result, only a few categories of cars are available for leasing to persons between the ages of 18 and 24. Specifically, drivers under the age of 25 can rent Mini, Compact, and Economy automobiles from the numerous Durban car rentals.
  • In general, Durban's landscape is mountainous and very constant in elevation. Because of this, most of the city's roads—aside from the few major highways—are congested and have numerous meandering stretches. It is wise to generally keep your speed down when operating your rental car on these congested routes. Consider renting a vehicle with a higher ground clearance if you intend to drive to more mountainous locations. Additionally, keep in mind that most drivers in Durban frequently switch lanes without signaling. As a result, you should keep your eyes and ears open and keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you.
  • You must abide by the South African rules regarding child seats if you are driving in Durban with your child(ren). These laws mandate that any youngster who is younger than 8 years old or shorter than 5 feet must always ride in a suitable restraint system. Depending on the child's age and/or height, this item may be a child car seat or a booster seat. When renting any of the cheap rental cars in Durban, you can easily obtain a suitable restraint device. For every booster seat or child car seat, you must pay an extra daily fee.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Durban for C$ 28 or less
  • Small rental cars in Durban are around 61% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Durban

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Durban?

    For affordability and ease of handling in areas of high traffic, compacts and small economy cars are highly recommended in Durban. If however you are travelling with a party of five or more, then the storage and seating capacity of an SUV or luxury vehicle is more ideal.

  • What’s the speed limit in Durban?

    Unless road signs indicate otherwise, you should observe the following speed limits when driving along streets and roads in and around the city of Durban: 35mph on streets in urban areas, 60mph along rural or secondary roads (R102) and 75mph driving on primary roads and highways such as the M4 and M10. Expect a high number of active static and traffic cams due to the sheer number of road vehicles, especially in heavily populated areas and at interchanges and road junctions.

  • Where are the best places to park in Durban?

    On-street parking is available in Durban, however there are safety concerns with parking your Durban car hire in the city, so using a private off-street garage is recommended for short or long stays. Some offer a flat rate of around 75 ZAR (3.65 GBP) for 24h parking from Monday-Sunday and accept payment via cash or debit/credit card. Others have varying hours of operation with a rate of about 15 ZAR (0.75 GBP) per hour. Several of them are multi-storey car parks that offer designated parking spots for those with disabilities.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Durban?

    On average a rental car in Durban costs C$ 43 per day.

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Durban?

    Based on our information, car rental agencies in Durban only have manual transmission cars.

  • Which car rental companies are at King Shaka Intl airport (DUR)?

    Car rental companies onsite at King Shaka Intl airport include Woodford, GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Bluu and 1First Car Rental.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at King Shaka Intl airport (DUR)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from King Shaka Intl airport to off-airport locations include Woodford and Europcar.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Durban?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does a Small car rental cost in Durban?

    A Small car rental in Durban costs C$ 53 per day, on average.

  • Are there toll roads in Durban?

    Yes. You will pay some tolls when operating your rental vehicle on the M65 exit heading north to KwaDukuza. If you don't want to pay the tolls levied on this road, you should think about using an alternate route to get there.

  • Can I rent an electric car in Durban?

    Five EV charging stations are located at strategic locations across Durban, making it very handy for anyone looking to rent an electric car from Durban car rentals. You can easily find a place to recharge your car no matter the location to which you will be driving your electric rental car.

Durban 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.

Budget

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Durban

Locations in Durban

190 Ke Masinga Road

+27 31 310 9700

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

King Shaka Int Airport

+27 32 436 7800

Monday06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday06:00 - 22:00
Wednesday06:00 - 22:00
Thursday06:00 - 22:00
Friday06:00 - 22:00
Saturday06:00 - 22:00
Sunday06:00 - 22:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Economy

KAYAK
Consumer service

1 out of 1

Avis

9.6

Wonderful

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.6

Value for money

8.4

2 locations in Durban

Locations in Durban

190 Ke Masinga Road

+27 31 310 9700

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

King Shaka Int Airport

+27 32 436 7800

Monday06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday06:00 - 22:00
Wednesday06:00 - 22:00
Thursday06:00 - 22:00
Friday06:00 - 22:00
Saturday06:00 - 22:00
Sunday06:00 - 22:00

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jun 2026

Economy

KAYAK
Will be able to give my thought after the second trip

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Great service

1 out of 1

1First Car Rental

8.0

Very good

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

3 locations in Durban

Locations in Durban

206, Dr Pixley Kaseme street, Durban,

+27 313 358 401

Opening times not available

Car Rental Concourse 2, Durban

+27 324 360 100

Opening times not available

Liberty Towers 1st Flr Parking

Opening times not available

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jul 2023

Mini

KAYAK
No central locking for any of the economy cars - this is a basic feature, also necessary for basic safety in South Africa. Otherwise, the car was great

1 out of 1

Woodford

6.0

Okay

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.6

4 locations in Durban

fromC$ 20/day

Locations in Durban

34 Hunter Street

Opening times not available

Durban King Shaka International Airport

Opening times not available

Head Office, 14 Overport Drive, Overport, South Africa

+27 312 078 669

Monday07:00 - 16:30
Tuesday07:00 - 16:30
Wednesday07:00 - 16:30
Thursday07:00 - 16:30
Friday07:00 - 16:30
Saturday07:00 - 16:30
Sunday07:00 - 16:30

Intersite Avenue, Umgeni, Durban, South Africa

+27 31 207 8669

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday07:30 - 18:00
Sunday07:30 - 18:00

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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Checking took over 30 minutes and we were the only people there. The woman at the desk was great, but the vehicle was not delivered ready.

Sixt

6.0

Okay

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

5 locations in Durban

Locations in Durban

12 Bishop Road

+27 11 230 9990

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 15:00

206 Dr Pixley KaSeme Street

+27 11 230 9999

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00

24 Meridian Drive

+27 11 230 9990

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00

40 Monty Naicker Road

+27 11 230 9990

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00

Unit 8 KSIA, La Mercy

+27 11 230 9990

Monday06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday06:00 - 23:00
Wednesday06:00 - 23:00
Thursday06:00 - 23:00
Friday06:00 - 23:00
Saturday06:00 - 23:00
Sunday06:00 - 23:00

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GREEN MOTION

6.0

Okay

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Durban

fromC$ 22/day

Locations in Durban

Terminal Building, Durban International Airport

+27 31 350 3383

Opening times not available

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Firefly

10.0

Wonderful

One location in Durban

Locations in Durban

Shop B3 12-14 Walnut Road

+27 313 352 570

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday08:00 - 13:00

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No reviews available

Tempest Car Hire

7.0

Good

3 locations in Durban

Locations in Durban

216 Stalwart Simelane Street

+27 313 685 231

Monday07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday07:00 - 17:00
Wednesday07:00 - 17:00
Thursday07:00 - 17:00
Friday07:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

47 Victoria Embankment

+27 842 341 118

Opening times not available

67 Ke Masinga Road, (Previously 'Old Fort Road'), Durban North

+27 11 479 4000

Opening times not available

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Bluu

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

4 locations in Durban

fromC$ 22/day

Locations in Durban

214 Chris Hani Road

+27 31 461 2050

Opening times not available

Bram Fischer ROAD

Opening times not available

Terminal Building, Durban International Airport

+27 32 436 5500

Opening times not available

Umhlanga Rocks UR

+27 82 924 9105

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

keddy by Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.3

Value for money

8.6

3 locations in Durban

Locations in Durban

216 Stalwart Simelane St, North Beach

+27 31 337 3731

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday08:00 - 12:00

50 Florence Nzama Street

Opening times not available

King Shaka International Airport

+27 32 436 9500

Monday05:30 - 21:30
Tuesday05:30 - 21:30
Wednesday05:30 - 21:30
Thursday05:30 - 21:30
Friday05:30 - 21:30
Saturday05:30 - 21:30
Sunday05:30 - 21:30

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.3

Good

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

7.3

One location in Durban

Locations in Durban

1 Intersite Avenue

+27 31 207 8669

Monday06:00 - 18:00
Tuesday06:00 - 18:00
Wednesday06:00 - 18:00
Thursday06:00 - 18:00
Friday06:00 - 18:00
Saturday06:00 - 16:00
Sunday06:00 - 14:00

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Europcar

No score available yet

3 locations in Durban

fromC$ 25/day

Locations in Durban

50 Florence Nzama Street

+27 313 373 731

Opening times not available

67 Ke Masinga Road

+27 31 337 3731

Opening times not available

Bld1,kisk2,the Farm,king Shaka Apt

+27 32 436 9500

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

3 locations in Durban

Locations in Durban

1 Intersite Ave

Opening times not available

67 KE Masinga Road

Opening times not available

No 15124 La Mercy, 1270 Coins Temp Road

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Bidvest

No score available yet

2 locations in Durban

Locations in Durban

108 Bram Fischer Road, Durban

Opening times not available

King Shaka Int. Airport. La Mercy

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Dollar

No score available yet

2 locations in Durban

Locations in Durban

136-146 Florence Nzama St

+27 31 368 1955

Monday07:30 - 16:30
Tuesday07:30 - 16:30
Wednesday07:30 - 16:30
Thursday07:30 - 16:30
Friday07:30 - 16:30
Saturday08:00 - 13:00

Durban Airport

+27 32 436 0300

Monday05:00 - 22:00
Tuesday05:00 - 22:00
Wednesday05:00 - 22:00
Thursday05:00 - 22:00
Friday05:00 - 22:00
Saturday05:00 - 22:00
Sunday05:00 - 22:00

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No reviews available

First Rent

No score available yet

2 locations in Durban

Locations in Durban

206 Dr Pixley Kaseme St

+27 313 358 401

Opening times not available

King Shaka Dr

+27 324 360 100

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Hertz

No score available yet

2 locations in Durban

Locations in Durban

Durban Airport

+27 32 436 0300

Monday05:00 - 22:00
Tuesday05:00 - 22:00
Wednesday05:00 - 22:00
Thursday05:00 - 22:00
Friday05:00 - 22:00
Saturday05:00 - 22:00
Sunday05:00 - 22:00

Mahindra Durban

+27 324 360 300

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday08:00 - 13:00

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No reviews available

Thrifty

No score available yet

2 locations in Durban

Locations in Durban

136-146 Florence Nzama Street

+27 31 368 1955

Monday07:30 - 16:30
Tuesday07:30 - 16:30
Wednesday07:30 - 16:30
Thursday07:30 - 16:30
Friday07:30 - 16:30
Saturday08:00 - 13:00

Durban Intl Ap

+27 32 436 3040

Monday06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday06:00 - 23:00
Wednesday06:00 - 23:00
Thursday06:00 - 23:00
Friday06:00 - 23:00
Saturday06:00 - 23:00
Sunday06:00 - 23:00

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No reviews available

Al Wefaq

No score available yet

One location in Durban

Locations in Durban

21 Bram Fischer Road

+27 313 378 602

Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday07:30 - 17:00
Sunday07:30 - 17:00

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No reviews available

CABS Car Hire

No score available yet

One location in Durban

Locations in Durban

Terminal Building, Durban International Airport

+27 315 695 869

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

FlexWays

No score available yet

One location in Durban

Locations in Durban

206 Dr Pixley Kaseme Street

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

National

No score available yet

One location in Durban

Locations in Durban

Car Rental Terminal

+27 32 436 3030

Monday06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday06:00 - 23:00
Wednesday06:00 - 23:00
Thursday06:00 - 23:00
Friday06:00 - 23:00
Saturday06:00 - 23:00
Sunday06:00 - 23:00

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Pace Car Rental

No score available yet

One location in Durban

Locations in Durban

Shop Nr.001A - 11 Lagoon Drive, Durban

+27 31 350 4922

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

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No reviews available

U-Save

No score available yet

One location in Durban

Locations in Durban

King Shaka International Airport Mdloti St, Durban, La Mercy

+27 31 350 3383

Opening times not available

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15 travellers who rented a car in Durban gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.2

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Durban car rental information

Pick-up locationDurban
Car typesSmall, Medium, SUV, Van, Luxury
Rental locations51
Airport locations18
Popular agenciesU-Save, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, GREEN MOTION , 1First Car Rental, Budget