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Cheap Car Rentals in Johannesburg from S$ 14

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Johannesburg with a pick-up date of 5-7 and drop-off date of 22-7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Johannesburg car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Johannesburg. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

1FIRSTCARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

S$ 1.50

Average price per day

S$ 40

Cheapest price per day

S$ 14

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 13 June 2025.

There are, in total, 98 car hire locations in Johannesburg that are operated by 27 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: S$ 14/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Johannesburg hire providers:

Economy

Economy

S$ 14+

Compact

Compact

S$ 20+

Intermediate

Intermediate

S$ 19+

People carrier

People carrier

S$ 35+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

S$ 77+

Mini

Mini

S$ 17+

Luxury

Luxury

S$ 64+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

S$ 32+

Compare car rental deals in Johannesburg by type

Here are the best Johannesburg small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Johannesburg medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Johannesburg SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Peugeot 308S$ 14/day
2
M
A/C
Peugeot 308
Alfa Romeo 4C SpiderS$ 17/day
2
M
A/C
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider

Best car rental deals found in Johannesburg

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 S$ 32. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Johannesburg. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Peugeot 308S$ 14/day
2
M
A/C
Peugeot 308
Alfa Romeo 4C SpiderS$ 17/day
2
M
A/C
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
Ford MondeoS$ 19/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Mondeo

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?

Book your car hire in Johannesburg 12 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around S$ 33/day on average when booked 12 days ahead, which saves you 4% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Johannesburg?

Firefly is currently the cheapest car hire company in Johannesburg with deals as low as S$ 13.82/day found in the past two weeks. Woodford is another inexpensive option with rates as low as S$ 16.88/day.

What is the best car rental company in Johannesburg?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Johannesburg is Firefly (rated 10.0/10). keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Johannesburg?

At Johannesburg, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just S$ 36. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging S$ 47 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Johannesburg, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just S$ 36. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging S$ 47 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

S$ 36

February

S$ 38

March

S$ 36

April

S$ 41

May

S$ 36

June

S$ 38

July

S$ 40

August

S$ 41

September

S$ 44

October

S$ 47

November

S$ 46

December

S$ 45

What car do most people rent in Johannesburg?

Compact cars (Volkswagen T-Cross, for example) are the most popular in Johannesburg. Mini (Renault Kwid) and SUV (Volkswagen T-Cross) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Johannesburg.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Johannesburg?

Both Europcar and Hertz have 10 locations in Johannesburg, 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 13 June 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Johannesburg, including Firefly, keddy by Europcar and Bluu. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

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

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 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Johannesburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 40/day when booking a car hire in Johannesburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 26/day from Firefly, booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Johannesburg for a week from 1First Car Rental?

    From 1First Car Rental you can hire a car in Johannesburg from about S$ 238 per week on average.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Johannesburg however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Johannesburg for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Johannesburg can be found for S$ 1,020. You can find car rental deals for S$ 34 a day on average.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Johannesburg is S$ 0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Johannesburg. For the month of July, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Johannesburg for as low as S$ 29/day.

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 13 June 2025.

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 (S$ 15+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 41+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 15+

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