Cape Town International Airport (CPT) Car Rental

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Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Follow the car rental terminal signboards from the arrivals hall. Upon entering the car rental terminal, our office is clearly branded and located on the far right. 

Location Services

  • You can save time at the counter when you activate Accelerated Check-in online. Just provide your driver's license and contact information that are normally collected at pick-up and we will be ready when you arrive. You'll be on the road and on vacation before you know it!

  • After Hours Pick-up:

    Picking up your vehicle after the location closes is easy with Alamo. After Hours Pick-Up might require you follow a few additional steps, which you'll see in your confirmation email.

    After Hours Return:

    Returning your vehicle after the location closes is easy with Alamo. We'll tell you where to park it; just drop the keys in the dropbox and you're on your way!

  • Unavailable at this location

    Skip the rental counter lines and check-in directly by using Alamo's touch-screen kiosk. Check-in using the kiosk and a receipt-sized rental agreement is printed. You'll be directed to your rental car on the lot. At the exit booth, show the booth agent your rental agreement and driver's license - and simply drive away.

  • Unavailable at this location

    No need to visit the counter or kiosk. You can go straight to your car!

    In order to take advantage of this optional free service, you'll need to activate Accelerated Check-in online then choose the 'Skip the Counter' option. You will be required to confirm your protection options, agree to the Rental Agreement Terms & Conditions and enter a valid credit card (no charge is made until you return your vehicle). Simply print your rental agreement to bring with you, and you are all set! Go directly to your car, show the booth agent your rental agreement and driver's license - and get on the road!

Rental Policies

  • All additional drivers must meet all renter requirements. All additional drivers must appear at the rental counter with the primary renter. Additional drivers can added at any rental location and at any time during the rental. An additional driver fee of 60 ZAR per day applies. Additional drivers are not permitted with cross-border travel.

  • This rental location offers pick-up outside the opening hours. To arrange a pick-up outside the opening hours customers are required to email the branch at capetown@woodford.co.za. Customers must provide their contact number, flight number, and arrival time. No additional charges apply for pick-ups outside the opening hours.

    Vehicles can be returned outside the opening hours of this rental location. Please park the vehicle in a safe and secure parking space on the airport property only. Make sure the vehicle is locked and ensure you have gathered all personal belongings before leaving. Place the keys in the dropbox
    which is located at the wall of the Woodford/Enterprise returns office. Take a picture of the key and email it to the above email address. The renter’s responsibility for the vehicle and rental charges end once an employee inspects the vehicle the next business day. No additional charges apply for returns outside the opening hours

  • The minimum age requirement to drive all vehicles is 23. The maximum age to rent is 85. A young driver fee of 200 ZAR per day applies for all renters between the age of 21 and 22. Renters between the age of 21 and 22 may rent the categories Mini, Economy, Compact, and Intermediate.

  • Outside South Africa, vehicles can be driven in Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho, and Eswatini only. A cross-border fee of 3,500 ZAR per border will apply to all authorized countries and territories. In all cases, customers must inform the rental branch of their intention to leave the country with the vehicle and acquire written authorization. Customers are required to inform the rental branch about any cross-border travel at least 72 hours in advance. All unauthorized cross border travel will result in a breach of contract.

  • This location offers a collection and delivery service which is available for corporate customers only. Vehicles can be delivered and collected during the operating hours of the location. No charge applies within a 30 km radius of the rental location. A fixed fee of 750 ZAR applies within a 75 km radius of the rental location. Vehicles can also be delivered and collected outside the operating hours of the location. Outside the opening hours, a fixed fee of 1250 ZAR applies within a 75 km radius of the rental location. An additional mileage charge of 11 ZAR per kilometer applies outside a 75 km radius of the rental location. To arrange a delivery or collection, customers are required to email the branch at woodford@woodford.co.za.

  • All rentals where the vehicle is not returned to the same location as it was collected from will be subject to a one-way fee. The one-way fee varies based on car category, location, and pick-up date. The exact amount of the one-way fee will be displayed during the reservation process when entering the dates, desired route, and car category.

  • We Refill

    This option allows the renter to pay at the end of the rental for fuel used but not replaced. The price per liter will be higher than local fuel prices. A 20% surcharge will apply.

    Prepay Fuel

    This option allows the renter to pay for the full tank of fuel at the time of rental and return the tank empty. No refunds will be issued for unused fuel. Prepaid fuel is available at 5% less than the local fuel prices.

    Customer Refills

    This option allows the renter to return the vehicle with the same level of fuel as received to avoid extra fuel charges.

  • All major credit cards, issued by either Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Diners Club are accepted. All cards presented must be in the renters name. Prepaid cards, cash, and checks are not accepted. A security deposit plus the estimated cost of the rental will be taken at the time of rental. Deposit amounts for each car class are included below:

    5,000 ZAR – Mini, Economy, Economy SUV, Compact, Intermediate and Standard
    8,000 ZAR – Compact SUV, Intermediate SUV, Standard SUV, Intermediate Passenger Van, Standard Pick-up
    15,000 ZAR – Full Size, Full Size SUV, Full Size Pickup, Premium, Premium SUV, Premium Pickup, Intermediate Cargo Van, Standard Cargo Van
    25,000 ZAR – Full Size Passenger Van, Premium Passenger Van
    35,000 ZAR – Luxury, Luxury Passenger Van
    50,000 ZAR – Luxury SUV, Full Size Cargo Van, Standard Elite Passenger Van

  • Roadside Protection (RAP) is an optional 24-hour emergency service including all recovery and call-out charges because of a fault caused by the renter or road hazards.

    RAP does not cover any vehicle repairs and does not apply if there is a breach of the rental agreement or if the wrong fuel type is used. Before purchasing RAP, it is advised to determine if personal coverage is adequate to cover these charges. If RAP is declined, the renter will be required to pay any applicable charges and seek compensation from the carrier of personal coverage. RAP is not insurance.

  • All drivers must present a full valid driving license. All drivers must have held their license for at least 3 years. In addition, all renters must provide a valid government-issued photo ID such as a passport or ID card. A valid credit card in the renter's name must be presented upon collection of the vehicle. If the driving license is written in a language and characters different from those of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit is also required. Renters are advised to check whether local authorities require foreign drivers to present an International Driving Permit to avoid the risk of potential fines. Renters with licenses from countries who are not part of the International Driving Permit Agreement should carry a certified translation. Customers wishing to rent a Premium or Luxury vehicle will also need to provide local proof of residence or a round-trip travel itinerary at the time of pick-up.

  • Third-Party Liability Coverage (SLP) is an optional coverage that reduces the applicable deductible amount to zero for all car classes in case of damage to and/or theft of the vehicle caused by a third party who does not have sufficient coverage or insurance. If SLP is not included in the reservation, it is available for purchase.

    Before purchasing SLP it is advised to determine if personal coverage is adequate to cover damage, theft, loss of revenue, administration fees, diminishment of value, and any towing, storage or impound fees. If SLP is declined, the renter will be required to pay these charges up to the deductible amount and seek compensation through their carrier of personal coverage. SLP is not insurance.

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