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Cheap Car Rentals in Johannesburg from ₹ 1,367

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 12/12 and drop-off date of 23/12. 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 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 18 November 2024.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 100

Average price per day

₹ 2,909

Cheapest price per day

₹ 1,367

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 18 November 2024.

January

₹ 2,363

February

₹ 2,616

March

₹ 2,954

April

₹ 3,207

May

₹ 3,123

June

₹ 2,869

July

₹ 2,869

August

₹ 2,869

September

₹ 3,123

October

₹ 3,207

November

₹ 2,616

December

₹ 2,447

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 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 November 2024.

In Johannesburg, there are 93 active hire locations from 25 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Johannesburg in the past week - currently priced from ₹ 1,367/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

₹ 1,225+

Compact

Compact

₹ 1,263+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 1,447+

Minivan

Minivan

₹ 3,272+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 5,216+

Mini

Mini

₹ 1,068+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

₹ 6,331+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₹ 2,265+

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 18 November 2024.

Small cars

₹ 2,148 - ₹ 3,044

All Car Types

₹ 4,226 - ₹ 5,868

To hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 2,578/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~₹ 2,148/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~₹ 3,044/day). In fact, February is about 17% 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 49% 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 ₹ 5,160/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~₹ 3,969/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~₹ 7,680/day). In fact, June is about 24% 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 3% 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 ₹ 8,161/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~₹ 6,988/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~₹ 10,083/day). In fact, March is about 15% 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 39% 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 ₹ 5,989/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Johannesburg, South Africa (~₹ 4,864/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~₹ 7,204/day). In fact, November is about 19% 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 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. 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 ₹ 7,109/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a van in Johannesburg, South Africa (~₹ 3,908/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~₹ 12,388/day). In fact, July is about 46% 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 30% 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 ₹ 7,290/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Johannesburg, South Africa (~₹ 5,952/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~₹ 11,983/day). In fact, July is about 19% 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 32% 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₹ 1,367/day
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Ford Ikon₹ 1,697/day
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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 November 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Johannesburg area such as Firefly, keddy by Europcar and 1First Car Rental. 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

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

Sixt

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

5.5

Thrifty

3 locations

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 ₹ 2,586. Data was last updated on 18 November 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₹ 1,367/day
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Hyundai i10
Toyota Camry₹ 1,447/day
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Toyota Camry
Ford Ka₹ 1,697/day
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Ford Ka

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

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 2,909/day when booking a car hire in Johannesburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 1,455/day from CarWiz, booked on Nov. 17.

  • 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: Europcar (₹ 1,367/day), GREEN MOTION (₹ 2,279/day), and Avis (₹ 3,998/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 ₹ 100/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 4,520 and ₹ 6,529 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    GREEN MOTION is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Johannesburg. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about ₹ 17,081 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 40% on a hire car in Johannesburg. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 16 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 ₹ 73,206 (₹ 2,440/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 Economy 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 Economy for December, it will cost approximately ₹ 3,747 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Johannesburg?

    The most popular car to hire while in Johannesburg is the Toyota RAV4, which is a Economy vehicle.

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Luxury car rentals in Johannesburg

Find luxury car rental deals in Johannesburg from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Johannesburg cost an average of ₹ 8,849 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car rentals in Johannesburg. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.
Honda City₹ 8,849/day
5
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Honda City

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 November 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 (₹ 17+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 51+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 17+

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