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 RM 101/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 240% off the average price.
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.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Johannesburg?
At Johannesburg, the best time to rent a car is at June, with an average daily rate of just RM 114. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging RM 139 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Johannesburg, the best time to rent a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just RM 114. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging RM 139 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
RM 118
February
RM 122
March
RM 118
April
RM 131
May
RM 118
June
RM 114
July
RM 122
August
RM 122
September
RM 118
October
RM 139
November
RM 139
December
RM 139
What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Johannesburg are the following: Intermediate cars (Class Full-size Truck or similar), Economy cars (Class Economy SUV or similar), and Full-size cars (BMW X3 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 14 October 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 October 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Johannesburg?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Johannesburg it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.