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Cheap Car Hire in Johannesburg from £10

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 29/12 and drop-off date of 1/2. 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 2024

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 23 December 2024.

Most popular company

CARWIZ

Price of gas per litre

£0.95

Average price per day

£22

Cheapest price per day

£10

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 23 December 2024.

January

£22

February

£25

March

£27

April

£30

May

£29

June

£27

July

£27

August

£27

September

£29

October

£30

November

£29

December

£27

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

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 23 December 2024.

There are 26 hire agencies servicing Johannesburg. These agencies, altogether, have 94 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Johannesburg with prices from £10 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Johannesburg:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Johannesburg

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 23 December 2024.

Small cars

£17 - £25

All Car Types

£35 - £53

To hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of £20/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~£17/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£25/day). In fact, November is about 15% 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 55% 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 £38/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~£32/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£47/day). In fact, December is about 16% 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 saves you 14% 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 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 £67/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~£54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£77/day). In fact, December is about 21% 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 36% 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 £47/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Johannesburg, South Africa (~£37/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£57/day). In fact, January is about 22% 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 7% 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 £58/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Johannesburg, South Africa (~£52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~£69/day). In fact, March is about 12% 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 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. Here are the best Johannesburg van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of £60/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Johannesburg, South Africa (~£48/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£76/day). In fact, December is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Johannesburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Johannesburg, hiring a pickup truck is 27% 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 £91/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~£66/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£125/day). In fact, July is about 28% 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 52% 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.

Toyota Aygo£10/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Hyundai i10£10/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Kia Rio£11/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio

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 23 December 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Johannesburg, such as Firefly, keddy by Europcar and Bluu. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

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

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

7.3
Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Europcar

6.7
Okay
1 review10 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

Hertz

5.5
Fair
4 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.5

Best Johannesburg car hire deals found

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 £18. Data was last updated on 23 December 2024.
The best prices on car hires in Johannesburg we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Toyota Aygo£10/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Hyundai i10£10/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Kia Rio£11/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Johannesburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £22/day when booking a car hire in Johannesburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for £8/day from Woodford, booked on Dec. 22.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Johannesburg from the following companies over the past two weeks: Europcar (£11/day), Firefly (£12/day), and Dollar (£12/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (10.0 rating), Woodford (10.0 rating) and keddy by 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 £0.95/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £43 and £62 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in Johannesburg for a week can be a great option for travel. CarWiz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £122/week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 40%. Aim to book your car hire at least 12 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Johannesburg.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Johannesburg?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Johannesburg.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Johannesburg can be found for about £522, with the average price for a rental being around £17 a day. Book with Woodford, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 69% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Johannesburg.

  • How much is a car hire in Johannesburg for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Johannesburg are typically £35 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 £35. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in January to be on average £47 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Mini (Hyundai i10) in Johannesburg, making it the most popular option.

Small car hires in Johannesburg

Find small car hire deals in Johannesburg from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Johannesburg cost an average of £11 per day. Price data was last updated on 23 December 2024.
Toyota Aygo£10/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Ford Ka£10/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Toyota Aygo£10/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo

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 23 December 2024.

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 (£13+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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