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Cheap Car Rentals in Johannesburg from AED 46

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 15/12 and drop-off date of 10/1. 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 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 1 December 2024.

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of petrol per litre

AED 4.38

Average price per day

AED 86

Cheapest price per day

AED 46

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 1 December 2024.

January

AED 102

February

AED 113

March

AED 128

April

AED 139

May

AED 135

June

AED 124

July

AED 124

August

AED 124

September

AED 135

October

AED 139

November

AED 128

December

AED 110

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 1 December 2024.

There are, in total, 93 car hire locations in Johannesburg that are operated by 25 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: AED 46/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Johannesburg hire providers:

Economy

Economy

AED 50+

Compact

Compact

AED 50+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 62+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 122+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 227+

Mini

Mini

AED 46+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

AED 246+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 86+

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 1 December 2024.

Small cars

AED 82 - AED 128

All Car Types

AED 118 - AED 283

To rent a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of AED 96/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~AED 82/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~AED 128/day). In fact, February is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Johannesburg, renting a small car saves you 49% 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 rent a medium car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of AED 210/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~AED 131/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~AED 602/day). In fact, June is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Johannesburg, renting a medium car is 11% 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 rent a large car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of AED 333/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~AED 219/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 395/day). In fact, June is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Johannesburg, renting a large car is 44% 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 rent a SUV in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of AED 231/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Johannesburg, South Africa (~AED 114/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 424/day). In fact, June is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Johannesburg, renting a SUV is 19% 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:

To rent a van in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of AED 224/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a van in Johannesburg, South Africa (~AED 122/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 357/day). In fact, November is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Johannesburg, renting a van is 17% 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 rent a luxury car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of AED 327/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~AED 334/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~AED 664/day). In fact, July is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Johannesburg, renting a luxury car is 43% 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.

Nissan MicraAED 46/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra
Kia PicantoAED 50/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Ford FocusAED 50/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Focus

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 1 December 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Johannesburg, including Firefly, keddy by Europcar and Bluu. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Johannesburg, including Firefly, keddy by Europcar and Bluu.

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

Budget

7.3
Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Europcar

6.7
Okay
1 review10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.2

Avis

6.5
Okay
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Sixt

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

5.5

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 AED 103. Data was last updated on 1 December 2024.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Johannesburg. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Nissan MicraAED 46/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra
Kia PicantoAED 50/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Ford FocusAED 50/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Focus

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Johannesburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 86/day when booking a car hire in Johannesburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 55/day from Europcar, booked on Nov. 24.

  • 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: Alamo (AED 50/day), Firefly (AED 50/day), and keddy by Europcar (AED 62/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 AED 4.38/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 197 and AED 284 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Europcar you can hire a car in Johannesburg from about AED 657 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 40% in Johannesburg - we recommend booking at least 16days in advance.

  • 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 2,817. 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 0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Johannesburg. For the month of January, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Johannesburg for as low as AED 171/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Full-size (Class Full-size SUV) in Johannesburg, making it the most popular option.

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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 AED 65 per day. Price data was last updated on 1 December 2024.
Nissan MicraAED 46/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra
Ford KaAED 47/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Nissan MicraAED 48/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra

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 1 December 2024.

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 16+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 42+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 16+

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