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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
AED 49+
Compact
AED 55+
Intermediate
AED 60+
People carrier
AED 92+
Full-size SUV
AED 170+
Mini
AED 43+
Passenger van
AED 255+
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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Opel CorsaAED 49/day
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Toyota CorollaAED 50/day
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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
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Opel CorsaAED 49/day
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Toyota CorollaAED 50/day
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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 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.
Firefly
10.0
keddy by Europcar
10.0
Bluu
10.0
Woodford
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 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
1 review•3 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
2 reviews•9 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.1
Pick-up/drop-off
7.1
Value
7.1
Budget
4 reviews•3 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
AED 38+
Petrol/Diesel
AED 15+