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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 2 July 2025.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of petrol per litre

HK$9.27

Average price per day

HK$303

Cheapest price per day

HK$237

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?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Johannesburg, book about 50 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$204, which is about 556% cheaper than the typical rate.

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?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Johannesburg is June, when you can expect to pay HK$212/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Johannesburg is October (HK$283/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

HK$220

February

HK$235

March

HK$220

April

HK$251

May

HK$220

June

HK$212

July

HK$228

August

HK$243

September

HK$259

October

HK$283

November

HK$283

December

HK$275

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 2 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Johannesburg, including Firefly, keddy by Europcar and Bluu. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

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

Avis

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.4

Budget

7.3
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Europcar

7.1
Good
2 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Thrifty

3 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Johannesburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$303/day when booking a car hire in Johannesburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$237/day from CarWiz, booked on Jun. 29.

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

    GREEN MOTION offers hire cars in Johannesburg for about HK$2,409 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can rent 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?

    Our recent data shows that CarWiz can potentially be 71% below the average car hire price in Johannesburg. Check prices and availability for CarWiz and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Johannesburg is on average HK$10,326 a month or HK$344 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Johannesburg car hire.

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