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 4 June 2025.
January
Rp 456,621
February
Rp 472,928
March
Rp 456,621
April
Rp 521,852
May
Rp 456,621
June
Rp 505,544
July
Rp 505,544
August
Rp 521,852
September
Rp 570,776
October
Rp 603,392
November
Rp 587,084
December
Rp 587,084
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 4 June 2025.
Small cars | Rp 277,723 - Rp 582,762 | |
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All Car Types | Rp 277,723 - Rp 993,354 |
To hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of Rp 220,251/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~Rp 277,723/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~Rp 582,762/day). In fact, May is about 26% 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 25% 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 4 June 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Johannesburg area such as Firefly, keddy by Europcar and Bluu. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Johannesburg for a week from CarWiz?
CarWiz is one of the top picks in Johannesburg. They can have you in a hire car for about Rp 1,595,890 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Johannesburg?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Johannesburg for a month is certainly possible.