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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 26 July 2024.

January

RM 130

February

RM 139

March

RM 158

April

RM 177

May

RM 167

June

RM 158

July

RM 158

August

RM 144

September

RM 130

October

RM 130

November

RM 121

December

RM 130

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Johannesburg is November. 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.

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 26 July 2024.

Small cars

RM 60 - RM 233

All Car Types

RM 87 - RM 289

To rent a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 108/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~RM 60/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 233/day). In fact, November is about 45% 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 39% 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.

To rent a medium car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 115/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~RM 77/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~RM 308/day). In fact, December is about 34% 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 saves you 35% 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.

To rent a SUV in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 131/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Johannesburg, South Africa (~RM 138/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~RM 340/day). In fact, June is about 5% 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 saves you 26% 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.

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 26 July 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Johannesburg, including Firefly, keddy by Europcar and 1First Car Rental in Johannesburg. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

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

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

7.0
Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.2

Thrifty

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.0

Europcar

6.7
Okay
1 review9 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

6.4
Okay
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

5.5

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 July 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Johannesburg?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Woodford (10.0 rating), keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating) and 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 RM 5.88/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 264 and RM 382 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Johannesburg for a week from 1First Car Rental?

    Hiring a car in Johannesburg for a week can be a great option for travel. 1First Car Rental, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 3,105/week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 39% on a hire car in Johannesburg. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Johannesburg is Economy (Suzuki Swift) based on our Cheapflights data.

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