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Johannesburg car rentals in 2026

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 17 March 2026.

Most popular company

WOODFORD

Price of petrol per litre

AED 4.41

Average price per day

AED 92

Cheapest price per day

AED 63
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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 8 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 84/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 187% off the average price.

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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 45.95/day. Europcar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 46.94/day.

What is the best car rental company in Johannesburg?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Johannesburg is Woodford (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Woodford
Woodford
10.0
Firefly
Firefly
10.0
Bluu
Bluu
10.0
keddy by Europcar
keddy by Europcar
10.0

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 95/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Johannesburg is February (AED 114/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 110

February

AED 114

March

AED 110

April

AED 110

May

AED 99

June

AED 95

July

AED 107

August

AED 107

September

AED 107

October

AED 114

November

AED 107

December

AED 110

What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?

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

Which car hire company has the most locations in Johannesburg?

Both Hertz and keddy by Europcar have 10 locations in Johannesburg, more than any other rental company in the area.

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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 17 March 2026.

Woodford

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Firefly

9 locations
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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.5

Bluu

4 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

10 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

1First Car Rental

8 locations
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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

Avis

3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.4

Budget

6.8
Okay
4 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

Europcar

6.2
Okay
1 review•9 locations
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Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 March 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Johannesburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 92/day when booking a car hire in Johannesburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 63/day from Sixt, booked on Mar. 14.

  • 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 766 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 3,282. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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