Cheap Car Rentals in Johannesburg from RM 57
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 19/7 and drop-off date of 26/7. 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.
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 19 June 2025.
In Johannesburg, there are 98 active hire locations from 27 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Johannesburg in the past week - currently priced from RM 57/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
RM 66+
Compact
RM 70+
Intermediate
RM 95+
People carrier
RM 166+
Full-size SUV
RM 261+
Mini
RM 57+
Luxury
RM 294+
Compact SUV
RM 116+
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Here are the best Johannesburg small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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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:
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 RM 133. Data was last updated on 19 June 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Johannesburg area. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
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 24 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 110/day on average when booked 24 days ahead, which saves you 249% 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 Firefly (rated 10.0/10). keddy by Europcar (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 January, with an average daily rate of just RM 119. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging RM 157 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 January, with an average daily rate of just RM 119. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging RM 157 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 119
February
RM 127
March
RM 119
April
RM 136
May
RM 119
June
RM 123
July
RM 127
August
RM 132
September
RM 144
October
RM 157
November
RM 153
December
RM 149
What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Johannesburg are the following: Standard cars (Class Full-size Truck or similar), SUV cars (Class Standard SUV or similar), and Full-size cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Johannesburg?
Both Europcar and Hertz have 10 locations in Johannesburg, more than any other rental company in the area.
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 19 June 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Johannesburg, including Firefly, keddy by Europcar and Bluu in Johannesburg. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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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 19 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Johannesburg for a week from Hertz?
Hiring a car in Johannesburg for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 384/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.
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 19 June 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 (RM 23+).
Hybrid
RM 51+
Petrol/Diesel
RM 23+