Johannesburg

Cheap Car Rentals in Johannesburg from AED 43

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 11/10 and drop-off date of 18/10. 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 2 September 2025.

Most popular company

WOODFORD

Price of petrol per litre

AED 4.41

Average price per day

AED 120

Cheapest price per day

AED 43

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 2 September 2025.

There are, in total, 100 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: AED 43/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Johannesburg hire providers:

Economy

Economy

AED 49+

Compact

Compact

AED 55+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 60+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 92+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 170+

Mini

Mini

AED 43+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 255+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 219+

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:

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

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

Chevrolet SparkAED 43/day
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A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Opel CorsaAED 49/day
2
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A/C
Opel Corsa
Toyota CorollaAED 50/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 AED 114. Data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
Chevrolet SparkAED 43/day
2
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A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Opel CorsaAED 49/day
2
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A/C
Opel Corsa
Toyota CorollaAED 50/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 38 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 95/day on average when booked 38 days ahead, which saves you 214% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Johannesburg?

Looking to hire a car in Johannesburg? Thrifty had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only AED 49.32/day. 1First Car Rental also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 52.04/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?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Johannesburg is June, when you can expect to pay AED 99/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Johannesburg is October (AED 129/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

AED 103

February

AED 107

March

AED 103

April

AED 114

May

AED 103

June

AED 99

July

AED 103

August

AED 110

September

AED 114

October

AED 129

November

AED 125

December

AED 125

What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?

Passenger van cars (Toyota Rumion or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Johannesburg. Luxury cars (Hyundai Staria or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Johannesburg?

Hertz has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Johannesburg at 9.

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 2 September 2025.

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

Woodford

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

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

Europcar

7.1
Good
2 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Budget

6.8
Okay
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 September 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Johannesburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 120/day when booking a car hire in Johannesburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 74/day from CarWiz, booked on Aug. 24.

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

    From Woodford you can hire a car in Johannesburg from about AED 920 per week on average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Johannesburg.

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

    The average cost of a car rental in Johannesburg for a month is AED 3,943. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Johannesburg is AED 122. 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 October, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Johannesburg for as low as AED 0/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 2 September 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 (AED 15+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 38+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 15+

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