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Cheap Car Hire in Johannesburg from $15
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 28/9 and drop-off date of 19/10. 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 hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Johannesburg. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 August 2025.
Most popular company | CARWIZ |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.87 |
Average price per day | $41 |
Cheapest price per day | $15 |
Popular car types in Johannesburg
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Johannesburg and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 August 2025.
At $15/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Johannesburg in the past week. Out of 27 car hire agencies operating in Johannesburg, there are, in total, 100 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:
Economy
$19+
Compact
$21+
Intermediate
$22+
People mover
$43+
Full-size SUV
$66+
Mini
$15+
Premium SUV
$80+
Compact SUV
$34+
Compare car hire 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:
Nissan Micra$15/day
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Mazda Mazda2$19/day
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Hyundai i20$21/day
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Best car hire deals found in Johannesburg
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Johannesburg. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Johannesburg with an average daily rate of $35. Data was last updated on 20 August 2025.
Nissan Micra$15/day
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Mazda Mazda2$19/day
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Hyundai i20$21/day
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Cheapflights insights for Johannesburg car hires
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?
To get the best deal on car hire in Johannesburg, book about 12 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $39, which is about 25% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Johannesburg?
U-Save is currently the cheapest car hire company in Johannesburg with deals as low as $16.84/day found in the past two weeks. Europcar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $18.58/day.
What is the best car rental company in Johannesburg?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire 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 hire a car in Johannesburg?
Planning to hire a car in Johannesburg? June is the cheapest month, costing about $42 per day. In contrast, October is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $54. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$44
February
$45
March
$44
April
$50
May
$44
June
$42
July
$44
August
$47
September
$48
October
$54
November
$53
December
$54
What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Johannesburg are the following: Economy cars (Class Full-size Truck or similar), Mini cars (Datsun Go or similar), and Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Johannesburg?
Hertz has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Johannesburg at 9.
Top hire agencies in Johannesburg
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Johannesburg known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Johannesburg. Reviews were last updated on 20 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•9 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.1
Pick-up/drop-off
7.1
Value
7.1
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Johannesburg?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $41/day when booking a car hire in Johannesburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for $22/day from CarWiz, booked on Aug. 17.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Johannesburg for a week from CarWiz?
From CarWiz you can hire a car in Johannesburg from about $163 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Johannesburg?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Johannesburg check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Johannesburg for a month?
You can potentially save up to 34% 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 $699 a month or $23 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.
How much is a car hire in Johannesburg for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Johannesburg are typically $110 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to $110. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in September to be on average $76 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Johannesburg
Browse car hires by fuel type in Johannesburg. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Johannesburg. Deals were last updated on 20 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Johannesburg. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($11+).
Hybrid
$42+
Petrol/Diesel
$11+