Johannesburg

Cheap Car Hire in Johannesburg from S$ 32

Johannesburg, South Africa
5 Apr — 12 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Johannesburg, South Africa
Fri 5-4
Noon
Fri 12-4
Noon

Johannesburg car rentals in 2024

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 29 March 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

S$ 1.72

Average price per day

S$ 55

Cheapest price per day

S$ 32

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 29 March 2024.

January

S$ 36

February

S$ 40

March

S$ 43

April

S$ 39

May

S$ 35

June

S$ 35

July

S$ 39

August

S$ 39

September

S$ 36

October

S$ 36

November

S$ 35

December

S$ 36

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Johannesburg is May. 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.

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 29 March 2024.

Small cars

S$ 33 - S$ 60

All Car Types

S$ 33 - S$ 76

To hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of S$ 37/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~S$ 33/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~S$ 60/day). In fact, March is about 11% 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 22% 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. Here are the best Johannesburg small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of S$ 54/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~S$ 46/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~S$ 84/day). In fact, June is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Johannesburg, hiring a medium car is 13% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Johannesburg medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of S$ 50/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~S$ 58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~S$ 174/day). In fact, February is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Johannesburg, hiring a large car is 6% more expensive. 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.

To hire a SUV in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of S$ 52/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Johannesburg, South Africa (~S$ 39/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~S$ 88/day). In fact, March is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Johannesburg, hiring a SUV is 10% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Johannesburg SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Audi A1S$ 35/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1
Honda FitS$ 37/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

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 29 March 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Johannesburg, including Firefly, keddy by Europcar and Alamo. 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

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 review8 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 S$ 58. Data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
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.
Ford FocusS$ 32/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Focus
Audi A1S$ 35/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1
Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosS$ 36/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Johannesburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 55/day when booking a car hire in Johannesburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 52/day from keddy by Europcar, booked on Jan. 7.

  • 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 (S$ 32/day), Alamo (S$ 35/day), and Budget (S$ 37/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 S$ 1.72/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 77 and S$ 111 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Johannesburg for a week from Budget?

    From Budget you can hire a car in Johannesburg from about S$ 519 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Johannesburg for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 38% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Johannesburg.

  • 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$ 2,224. You can find car rental deals for S$ 74 a day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Johannesburg is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV) based on our Cheapflights data.

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