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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 50 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 420,780/day – about 1,353,761% 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.

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 436,964 per day. In contrast, October is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 582,619. 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 453,148

February

Rp 485,515

March

Rp 453,148

April

Rp 517,883

May

Rp 453,148

June

Rp 436,964

July

Rp 469,332

August

Rp 501,699

September

Rp 534,067

October

Rp 582,619

November

Rp 582,619

December

Rp 566,435

What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?

SUV cars (Class Premium SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Johannesburg. Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Toyota Corolla 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 5 July 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Johannesburg area such as keddy by Europcar, Firefly and Bluu. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

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

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

7.3
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Europcar

7.1
Good
2 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Thrifty

3 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 July 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 1,583,751 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.

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