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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 April 4, 2026.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

₱71.14

Average price per day

₱2,365

Cheapest price per day

₱1,447

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 ₱1,387, which is about 4,651% 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 Woodford (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) 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 ₱1,567. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging ₱1,869 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 ₱1,567. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging ₱1,869 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

₱1,748

February

₱1,869

March

₱1,869

April

₱1,748

May

₱1,628

June

₱1,567

July

₱1,748

August

₱1,748

September

₱1,748

October

₱1,869

November

₱1,748

December

₱1,809

What car do most people rent in Johannesburg?

Mini rentals (Class Mini Car, for example) are the most popular in Johannesburg. Economy (Class Economy Car) and Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting Johannesburg.

Which car rental 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 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 April 4, 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

Firefly

9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.5

Bluu

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

7 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

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

Avis

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.4

Budget

6.8
Okay
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

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

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 4, 2026.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Johannesburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱2,365/day when booking a rental car in Johannesburg. The best deal a user found was for ₱1,447/day from Budget, booked on Mar. 28.

  • 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 ₱16,555 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 ₱70,952, with the average price for a rental being around ₱2,365 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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