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Cheap Car Rentals in Johannesburg from ₹ 1,184
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 1/9 and drop-off date of 30/9. 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 2025
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 18 August 2025.
Most popular company | EUROPCAR |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | ₹ 105 |
Average price per day | ₹ 3,369 |
Cheapest price per day | ₹ 1,184 |
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 18 August 2025.
In Johannesburg, there are 100 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 ₹ 1,184/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
₹ 1,214+
Compact
₹ 1,184+
Intermediate
₹ 1,337+
Minivan
₹ 3,034+
Full-size SUV
₹ 3,871+
Mini
₹ 942+
Passenger van
₹ 5,959+
Luxury
₹ 5,385+
Compare car rental deals in Johannesburg by type
Here are the best Johannesburg small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Johannesburg medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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:
Here are the best Johannesburg luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Suzuki Swift Dzire₹ 1,184/day
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Suzuki Celerio₹ 1,214/day
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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 ₹ 2,694. Data was last updated on 18 August 2025.
Suzuki Swift Dzire₹ 1,184/day
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Suzuki Celerio₹ 1,214/day
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A/C
Suzuki Swift₹ 1,219/day
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A/C
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 12 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around ₹ 2,188/day on average when booked 12 days ahead, which saves you 7,089% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Johannesburg?
Looking to hire a car in Johannesburg? U-Save had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only ₹ 1,189/day. GREEN MOTION also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at ₹ 1,391/day.
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?
Planning to hire a car in Johannesburg? June is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 2,363 per day. In contrast, October is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 3,063. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
₹ 2,450
February
₹ 2,538
March
₹ 2,450
April
₹ 2,800
May
₹ 2,450
June
₹ 2,363
July
₹ 2,450
August
₹ 2,625
September
₹ 2,713
October
₹ 3,063
November
₹ 2,975
December
₹ 3,063
What car do most people rent in Johannesburg?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Johannesburg are the following: Economy cars (Suzuki Swift or similar), Mini cars (Toyota Agya or similar), and SUV cars (Class Standard 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 18 August 2025.
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
Woodford
1 review•3 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
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
8.0
Avis
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Overall
7.7
Pick-up/drop-off
7.7
Value
7.4
Budget
4 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.0
Overall
7.3
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
6.9
Europcar
2 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.1
Pick-up/drop-off
7.1
Value
7.1
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Johannesburg?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 3,369/day when booking a car hire in Johannesburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 1,706/day from Bluu, booked on Aug. 10.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Johannesburg for a week from CarWiz?
CarWiz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Johannesburg. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about ₹ 7,130 per week.
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?
The monthly cost of a car rental in Johannesburg is ₹ 30,558 (₹ 1,019/day) on average.
How much is a car hire in Johannesburg for a weekend?
For a weekend car hire in Johannesburg, you can expect the average price to be around ₹ 3,668. Usually a Compact hire in Johannesburg is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Compact for September, it will cost approximately ₹ 2,212 per day.
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 18 August 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 (₹ 16+).
Hybrid
₹ 44+
Petrol/Diesel
₹ 16+