Johannesburg

Cheap Car Rentals in Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa
7 May — 14 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Johannesburg, South Africa
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Johannesburg?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Johannesburg and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 30 April 2024.

January

Rp 438,739

February

Rp 487,487

March

Rp 552,486

April

Rp 568,735

May

Rp 438,739

June

Rp 438,739

July

Rp 487,487

August

Rp 471,238

September

Rp 438,739

October

Rp 438,739

November

Rp 422,489

December

Rp 438,739

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Johannesburg is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Johannesburg

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Johannesburg to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2024.

Small cars

Rp 203,119 - Rp 1,183,945

All Car Types

Rp 203,119 - Rp 2,019,878

To hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of Rp 305,312/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~Rp 203,119/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 1,183,945/day). In fact, June is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Johannesburg, hiring a small car saves you 27% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Johannesburg

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Johannesburg known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Johannesburg. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Johannesburg area such as Firefly, keddy by Europcar and Alamo. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Firefly

9 locations
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keddy by Europcar

9 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

Alamo

1 location
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1First Car Rental

8 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Budget

7.0
Good
3 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.2

Avis

6.8
Okay
13 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Europcar

6.7
Okay
1 review•9 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.2

Sixt

6.3
Okay
3 reviews•5 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

5.6

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Johannesburg?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Woodford (10.0 rating), keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating) and Europcar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Johannesburg.

  • What are petrol prices like in Johannesburg?

    The average price of petrol in Johannesburg is Rp 20,961.98/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 943,289 and Rp 1,362,528 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Johannesburg for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

    GREEN MOTION is one of the top picks in Johannesburg. They can have you in a hire car for about Rp 3,398,765 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Johannesburg for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 38% on your car hire. For a below average price in Johannesburg, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Johannesburg?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Johannesburg for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?

    Hyundai i10, which is a Economy vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Johannesburg according to Cheapflights users.

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