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Johannesburg car rentals in 2026

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 June 2, 2026.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

₱96.91

Average price per day

₱2,421

Cheapest price per day

₱1,481

Cheapflights insights for Johannesburg car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Johannesburg, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Johannesburg?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Johannesburg, book about 8 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ₱1,358, which is about 4,539% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Johannesburg?

Looking to rent a car in Johannesburg? Woodford had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only ₱9.52/day. GREEN MOTION also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at ₱11.18/day.

What is the best car rental company in Johannesburg?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Johannesburg is Woodford (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). 1First Car Rental (rated 9.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Johannesburg?

At Johannesburg, the best time to rent a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just ₱1,605. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging ₱1,913 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Johannesburg, the best time to rent a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just ₱1,605. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging ₱1,913 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

₱1,852

February

₱1,913

March

₱1,913

April

₱1,790

May

₱1,666

June

₱1,605

July

₱1,790

August

₱1,790

September

₱1,790

October

₱1,913

November

₱1,790

December

₱1,852

What car do most people rent in Johannesburg?

Compact rentals (Class Compact Car, for example) are the most popular in Johannesburg. Economy (Class Economy Car) and Luxury (Mercedes-Benz C-Class) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting Johannesburg.

Which car rental company has the most locations in Johannesburg?

Avis has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. U-Save has the second highest number of locations in Johannesburg at 2.

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 June 2, 2026.

Woodford

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 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

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

Avis

8.0
Very good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

Budget

6.6
Okay
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.8

Europcar

6.2
Okay
1 review9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Thrifty

4 locations

Hertz

5.3
Fair
3 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

4.6

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on June 2, 2026.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Johannesburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱2,421/day when booking a rental car in Johannesburg. The best deal a user found was for ₱1,481/day from Budget, booked on May 25.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Johannesburg for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the top picks in Johannesburg. They can have you in a rental car for about ₱16,949 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Johannesburg for a month is certainly possible.

  • 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 ₱72,639, with the average price for a rental being around ₱2,421 a day. Book with Budget, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 39% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Johannesburg.

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