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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 21 July 2026.

Most popular company

CARWIZ

Price of petrol per litre

RM 6.42

Average price per day

RM 124

Cheapest price per day

RM 109

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 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 90/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 202% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Johannesburg?

In Johannesburg, the most affordable car hire company right now is Hertz, offering prices from just RM 9.96/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Woodford, with rates starting at RM 10.60/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). 1First Car Rental (rated 9.0/10) 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 May, with an average daily rate of just RM 110. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging RM 127 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 May, with an average daily rate of just RM 110. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging RM 127 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 123

February

RM 127

March

RM 127

April

RM 119

May

RM 110

June

RM 110

July

RM 123

August

RM 123

September

RM 119

October

RM 127

November

RM 119

December

RM 123

What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Johannesburg are the following: Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar), and Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Johannesburg?

Avis has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Pace Car Rental has the second-highest number of locations in Johannesburg at 1.

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 21 July 2026.

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

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

Avis

8.0
Very Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.7

Budget

6.2
Okay
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.7

Europcar

6.2
Okay
1 review9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Thrifty

4 locations

CABS Car Hire

1 location

Pace Car Rental

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Johannesburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 124/day when booking a car hire in Johannesburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 109/day from CarWiz, booked on Jul. 18.

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

    Hiring a car in Johannesburg for a week can be a great option for travel. CarWiz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 870/week on average.

  • 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.

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

    You can potentially save up to 10% on a month-long rental by booking with CarWiz. CarWiz is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Johannesburg can cost you on average RM 3,730 a month or RM 124 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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