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Cheapflights insights for Johannesburg car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Johannesburg, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Johannesburg?
For the best savings on car hire in Johannesburg, make your reservation 12 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 404,269/day – about 1,318,025% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Johannesburg?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Johannesburg is keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
keddy by Europcar
10.0
Firefly
10.0
Bluu
10.0
Woodford
10.0
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Johannesburg?
Planning to hire a car in Johannesburg? June is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 436,611 per day. In contrast, October is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 582,148. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
Rp 452,781
February
Rp 468,952
March
Rp 452,781
April
Rp 517,464
May
Rp 452,781
June
Rp 436,611
July
Rp 452,781
August
Rp 485,123
September
Rp 517,464
October
Rp 582,147
November
Rp 565,977
December
Rp 565,977
What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?
Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Johannesburg. Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Johannesburg?
In Johannesburg, Europcar, Hertz, and keddy by Europcar have 10 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.
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 16 August 2025.
keddy by Europcar
10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
6.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
6.0
Firefly
9 locations
Bluu
4 locations
Woodford
1 review•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
1First Car Rental
8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
8.0
Avis
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Overall
7.7
Pick-up/drop-off
7.7
Value
7.4
Budget
4 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.0
Overall
7.3
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
6.9
Europcar
2 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.1
Pick-up/drop-off
7.1
Value
7.1
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 August 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Johannesburg?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Johannesburg for a month is certainly possible.