Transport inflation 2026
South Africa
Average transport inflation
5.7%
+6.8 higher than 2025
vs overall inflation: 3.9%
What's included in transport?
Transport including vehicle purchases, fuel, maintenance, repairs, public transport, and airline tickets.
Monthly progress
Monthly transport inflation during 2026.
Month overview
| Month | Transport |
|---|---|
| January | -0.2% |
| February | -2.0% |
| March | -1.6% |
| April | 4.8% |
| May | 9.3% |
| June | 12.5% |
| July | 8.9% |
| August | 8.8% |
| September | 10.8% |
| Average | 5.7% |