Johannesburg

Cheap Car Hire in Johannesburg from Rp 522,908

Johannesburg, South Africa
26 Apr — 3 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 19 April 2024.

January

Rp 437,105

February

Rp 485,672

March

Rp 550,429

April

Rp 501,861

May

Rp 437,105

June

Rp 437,105

July

Rp 469,483

August

Rp 469,483

September

Rp 437,105

October

Rp 437,105

November

Rp 420,916

December

Rp 437,105

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Johannesburg is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. 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.

Popular car types in Johannesburg

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Johannesburg and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 April 2024.

There are currently 90 hire locations operating in Johannesburg spread across 23 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Johannesburg is small car at Rp 522,908 a day. Below is the current available car type for hire, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Rp 322,487+

Compact

Compact

Rp 522,908+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 408,613+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 1,608,872+

Mini

Mini

Rp 351,141+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 772,220+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 832,281+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Rp 1,095,516+

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 19 April 2024.

Small cars

Rp 202,363 - Rp 1,179,537

All Car Types

Rp 202,363 - Rp 2,012,357

To hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of Rp 304,175/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~Rp 202,363/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 1,179,537/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 19 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

keddy by Europcar

9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

Alamo

1 location

1First Car Rental

8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Europcar

7.0
Good
1 review9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Budget

7.0
Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.2

Avis

6.8
Okay
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Sixt

6.3
Okay
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

5.6

Best Johannesburg car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Johannesburg. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Johannesburg with an average daily rate of Rp 649,102. Data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Johannesburg. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Toyota CorollaRp 522,908/day
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Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i20Rp 775,295/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i20

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 April 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Johannesburg?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Johannesburg from the following companies over the past two weeks: GREEN MOTION (Rp 322,487/day), Bluu (Rp 351,141/day), and Firefly (Rp 461,065/day).

  • 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 21,693.38/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 976,202 and Rp 1,410,070 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 3,386,110 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.

  • How much is a car hire in Johannesburg for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Johannesburg, you can expect the average price to be around Rp 0. Usually a Economy hire in Johannesburg is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Economy for May, it will cost approximately Rp 0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?

    Class Mini Car, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Johannesburg according to Cheapflights users.

See more FAQs

Van rentals in Johannesburg

Find van rental deals in Johannesburg from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Johannesburg cost an average of Rp 1,126,477 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van rentals in Johannesburg. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Toyota InnovaRp 804,598/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRp 844,261/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRp 872,916/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

Car rentals by fuel type in Johannesburg

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Johannesburg. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Johannesburg. Deals were last updated on 19 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Johannesburg. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (Rp 47+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 93+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 47+

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