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Cheap Car Rentals in Johannesburg from S$ 17

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 16-3 and drop-off date of 2-4. 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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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 21 February 2025.

January

S$ 37

February

S$ 42

March

S$ 46

April

S$ 50

May

S$ 49

June

S$ 45

July

S$ 45

August

S$ 45

September

S$ 49

October

S$ 50

November

S$ 49

December

S$ 48

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Johannesburg is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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 21 February 2025.

There are, in total, 96 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$ 17/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Johannesburg hire providers:

Economy

Economy

S$ 17+

Compact

Compact

S$ 22+

Intermediate

Intermediate

S$ 23+

People carrier

People carrier

S$ 45+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

S$ 55+

Mini

Mini

S$ 19+

Passenger van

Passenger van

S$ 81+

Luxury

Luxury

S$ 104+

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 21 February 2025.

Small cars

S$ 26 - S$ 67

All Car Types

S$ 30 - S$ 73

To hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of S$ 37/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~S$ 26/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~S$ 67/day). In fact, December is about 32% 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 20% 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$ 47/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~S$ 50/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~S$ 82/day). In fact, October is about 6% 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 0% 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. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~S$ 70/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~S$ 157/day). In fact, April is about 40% 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$ 51/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Johannesburg, South Africa (~S$ 38/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~S$ 76/day). In fact, June is about 27% 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$ 17/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1
Honda FitS$ 20/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 21 February 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

6.7
Okay
1 review10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.7

Thrifty

3 locations

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$ 41. Data was last updated on 21 February 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.
Audi A1S$ 17/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1
Honda FitS$ 20/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Volkswagen GolfS$ 22/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
  • 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: Firefly (S$ 17/day), U-Save (S$ 39/day), and Alamo (S$ 104/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Johannesburg?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (10.0 rating), Woodford (10.0 rating) and keddy by 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$ 1.60/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 72 and S$ 103 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Firefly you can hire a car in Johannesburg from about S$ 200 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 42% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 12 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 is a car hire in Johannesburg for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Johannesburg is S$ 51. 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 March, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Johannesburg for as low as S$ 0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Johannesburg is Compact (Volkswagen T-Cross) based on our Cheapflights data.

Small car rentals in Johannesburg

Find small car rental deals in Johannesburg from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Johannesburg cost an average of S$ 33 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Honda FitS$ 18/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitS$ 20/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitS$ 22/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Van rentals in Johannesburg

Find people carrier rental deals in Johannesburg from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in Johannesburg cost an average of S$ 68 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Have a look at some of the best options for renting a car in Johannesburg we've found at this time. If you're not finding the van rental that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.
Kia CarensS$ 45/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Carens
Kia CarensS$ 49/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Carens
Kia CarensS$ 49/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Carens

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 21 February 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$ 13+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 45+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 13+

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