Johannesburg

Cheap Car Hire in Johannesburg from ₹ 1,322

Johannesburg, South Africa
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Johannesburg, South Africa
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Johannesburg car rentals in 2024

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 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 105

Average price per day

₹ 3,325

Cheapest price per day

₹ 1,322

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 19 March 2024.

January

₹ 2,238

February

₹ 2,487

March

₹ 2,570

April

₹ 2,404

May

₹ 2,155

June

₹ 2,155

July

₹ 2,404

August

₹ 2,404

September

₹ 2,238

October

₹ 2,238

November

₹ 2,155

December

₹ 2,238

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Johannesburg is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. 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.

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 March 2024.

In Johannesburg, there are 89 active hire locations from 23 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Johannesburg in the past week - currently priced from ₹ 1,322/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

₹ 1,478+

Compact

Compact

₹ 1,738+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 1,786+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 7,115+

Mini

Mini

₹ 1,261+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₹ 3,006+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₹ 3,346+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

₹ 4,317+

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 19 March 2024.

Small cars

₹ 2,072 - ₹ 3,282

All Car Types

₹ 3,880 - ₹ 6,207

To hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 2,616/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~₹ 2,072/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~₹ 3,282/day). In fact, January is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Johannesburg, hiring a small car saves you 48% 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. Here are the best Johannesburg small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,485/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~₹ 4,344/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~₹ 7,371/day). In fact, April is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Johannesburg, hiring a medium car is 10% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Johannesburg medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 8,607/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~₹ 7,172/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~₹ 11,589/day). In fact, October is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Johannesburg, hiring a large car is 43% more expensive. 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 hire a SUV in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,210/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Johannesburg, South Africa (~₹ 4,503/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~₹ 10,003/day). In fact, December is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Johannesburg, hiring a SUV is 21% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Johannesburg SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,909/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Johannesburg, South Africa (~₹ 3,994/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~₹ 12,168/day). In fact, September is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Johannesburg, hiring a van is 17% more expensive. 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 hire a luxury car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,606/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~₹ 7,947/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 15,312/day). In fact, January is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Johannesburg, hiring a luxury car is 26% more expensive. 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.

Hyundai i10₹ 1,322/day
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Hyundai i10
Ford Ka₹ 1,478/day
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Ford Ka

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 March 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Johannesburg area such as Firefly, keddy by Europcar and Alamo. 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

Alamo

1 location

1First Car Rental

8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Europcar

8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Budget

7.0
Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.2

Avis

6.8
Okay
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Sixt

6.3
Okay
2 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

5.6

Best Johannesburg car rental deals found

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 ₹ 2,036. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Peruse the best Johannesburg car rental deals we've found. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Hyundai i10₹ 1,322/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Ford Ka₹ 1,478/day
2
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A/C
Ford Ka
Toyota Corolla₹ 1,738/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Johannesburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 3,325/day when booking a car hire in Johannesburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 1,769/day from CarWiz, booked on Mar. 10.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Johannesburg?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Johannesburg from the following companies over the past two weeks: 1First Car Rental (₹ 1,322/day), Bluu (₹ 1,478/day), and Woodford (₹ 3,006/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Johannesburg?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Woodford (10.0 rating), Budget (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 ₹ 105/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 4,738 and ₹ 6,844 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Johannesburg. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about ₹ 32,941 per week.

  • 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 42% 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.

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

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Johannesburg is ₹ 141,174 (₹ 4,706/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 ₹ 0. Usually a Mini 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 Mini for April, it will cost approximately ₹ 4,115 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?

    The most popular car to hire while in Johannesburg is the Volkswagen T-Cross, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

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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 March 2024.

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 (₹ 21+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 66+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 21+

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