Johannesburg car hires from $19
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Johannesburg car hire information
| Pick-up location | Johannesburg |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, Passenger van, Standard SUV |
| Hire locations | 90 |
| Airport locations | 32 |
| Popular agencies | Alamo, Bluu, Woodford, 1First Car Rental, Europcar |
Cheap car hire in Johannesburg
| Economy | $20/day |
| Compact | $28/day |
| Intermediate | $27/day |
| Full-size SUV | $112/day |
| Mini | $19/day |
| Passenger van | $53/day |
| Compact SUV | $42/day |
| Intermediate SUV | $47/day |
| Standard SUV | $58/day |
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Johannesburg
- Renting a car is the perfect option for those wanting to explore not only Johannesburg, but also other major destinations across South Africa. Public transportation is often crowded and unreliable, and it is more cost-efficient to self-drive to some attractions rather than take tours. Rent a car and visit the many UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as the Cradle of Humankind, or embark on a longer road trip and cross over the border to Botswana for a self-led safari.
- All the major car hire companies can be found at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB), which is just over 12 miles from the city center. The car hire desks are located to the left side as you enter the parking lot’s ground floor, just opposite Domestic Arrivals. Avis is open 24 hours. When driving out of the airport, you’ll find many “spaghetti” junctions, so, if you don’t know the area, make sure to ask for a GPS device when renting the car.
- The first thing you need to know when driving in Johannesburg is that traffic runs on the left side of the road. Road signs are mainly expressed in both Afrikaans and English, and the distances are measured in kilometers rather than miles. When driving in the city, make sure to keep your windows rolled up, especially if you’re stopped. Avoid driving at night, as roads are dimly lit and the chances of encountering drunk, reckless drivers are higher.
- Avoid driving through Johannesburg and particularly around the airport area during the morning rush hour, which usually happens between 6:30 a.m. and 9 a.m., and then again during the evening peak hour, between 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Traffic jams in Johannesburg can easily add up to an hour to your travels, so plan your journey in advance if you have to be somewhere at a specific time.
- 25% of our users found a car hire in Johannesburg for $38 or less
- Book your car hire in Johannesburg at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact car hire in Johannesburg are around 45% cheaper than other car types, on average
Johannesburg car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about hiring a car in Johannesburg
What type of car is recommended for driving in Johannesburg?
If you’re looking to drive long distances, fuel efficiency in a vehicle should be your top priority, so opt for an economy car. But, if you’re headed out on a safari, a four-wheel drive is a good idea. When traveling there in the summer months (November to February), a car with air conditioning is a must.
What’s the speed limit in Johannesburg?
The speed limit in the city is usually 60 km/h (37 mph), but it may be lower in certain residential areas. Other non-urban open roads have a speed limit of 100 km/h (62 mph), and freeways typically have a speed limit of 120 km/h (75 mph). However, speed limits often change, so keep an eye out for the posted signs.
Where are the best places to park in Johannesburg?
There are several safe parking spaces and parking lots around the city, usually looked after by car guards (attendants in reflective vests) who will take care of your vehicle in exchange for a few rands of tip. If you’re not driving much around the city itself, ideally you should either book a hotel that can offer parking or leave your car at the airport and pick it up when needed.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Johannesburg?
On average a car hire in Johannesburg costs $56 per day.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Johannesburg?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at 1First Car Rental ($19/day), Bluu ($19/day) and Dollar ($20/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at 1First Car Rental O R Tambo International Airport, Car Rental Concourse, Isando, Johannesburg 1627 (21 kilometres from the city centre).
How much is the price of fuel in Johannesburg?
The average price of fuel in Johannesburg is $7.89 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between $95 and $126, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Johannesburg?
Compact (Toyota Urban Cruiser or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Johannesburg.
Which car hire agencies are at OR Tambo airport (JNB)?
Car hire companies onsite at OR Tambo airport include Woodford, GREEN MOTION, Hertz, 1First Car Rental, Alamo, Europcar, Bluu, Firefly, Budget and Avis.
How can I find car hires near me in Johannesburg?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Johannesburg?
A Compact car hire in Johannesburg costs $50 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Johannesburg?
A Mini car hire in Johannesburg costs $34 per day, on average.
How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Johannesburg?
A Full Size car hire in Johannesburg costs $107 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Johannesburg?
In Johannesburg, cars are most frequently hired at 1First Car Rental O R Tambo International Airport, Car Rental Concourse, Isando, Johannesburg (21 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Johannesburg?
On average a car hire in Johannesburg costs $391 per week ($56 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Johannesburg?
On average a car hire in Johannesburg costs $1,675 per month ($56 per day).
Johannesburg car rental reviews and directory
keddy by Europcar
10.0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
6.0
9 locations in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
49 Corner Herman and Koornhof Streets
+27 119 226 390
Johannesburg park station
+27 11 333 8726
OR Tambo International Airport
+27 113 903 909
Rissik Street- Johannesburg Park Station
+27 113 338 728
Rissik street Johannesburg park station
+27 11 333 8726
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Woodford
10.0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
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10.0 Wonderful
June 2023
Europcar
7.0
Good
2 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.6
9 locations in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
100 Rivonia Drive
+27 11 666 8340
17 Melle Street
+27 11 403 2679
215 Voortrekker Road
+27 11 954 6742
3 Twilight Avenue
+27 11 548 9720
Eskom Transport Division
+27 118 002 910
Main Terminal Building
+27 11 548 9000
Or Tambo International Airport
+27 11 390 3909
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2021
Pros:
Staff friendlyBudget
7.0
Good
3 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.1
Value for money
6.2
3 locations in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
204 Columbine Avenue
+27 11 496 1235
O.R. Tambo Int Apt
+27 11 573 5000
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10.0 Wonderful
Sept 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Sept 2023
2.0 Poor
Apr 2022
Avis
6.8
Okay
21 reviewsCleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
6.8
2 locations in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
204 Columbine Avenue
+27 11 496 1235
Or Tambo Int Apt
+27 11 573 5000
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6.0 Okay
Jan 2020
Pros:
Drop off was OK, but no closing invoice was issued when I dropped off. I was promised this would be emailed, but this did not materialiseCons:
Issue closing invoice on drop-off6.4 Okay
Jan 2018
Pros:
Friendly service but slow as it’s africa! Didn’t get the car I was expecting so had to upgrade half way through rental.6.8 Okay
June 2017
Cons:
After we told them no insurance they put it on the paper work then when we pointed it out he had to start the paperwork over again. Originally issued a car with no gas and smelled like cigarettes badly. Had to unpack our backs and go all the way back to the rental center. No apology. Just a silent reissue of keys. Drop off was chaotic. No return recipet was issued.4.4 Mediocre
Apr 2017
Pros:
The car was clean.Cons:
You will get charged unexplained fees that will double the quoted Kayak rate, including a "fuel service fee" that no one will disclose to you until it shows up on your receipt and credit card statement. I will not be renting with Avis again.10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2017
Pros:
Good value for money.Cons:
Nothing8.0 Very Good
Feb 2017
Pros:
It was a good car for the category I have selected.Cons:
The car had some noise in the wheels during the whole renting days, which I could not identify. I believe that if the car has gone through some check before being delivered, this slight problem could be fixed.Sixt
6.3
Okay
4 reviewsCleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.4
Value for money
5.6
5 locations in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
348 Jan Smuts Ave
+27 11 784 4608
80 Hill Street cnr West Street
+27 861 502 330
Arbour Square, 86 Juta Street
+27 100 018 040
Cnr R512 & Pelindaba Road
+27 11 230 9999
O. R. Tambo Internat. Airport
+27 11 230 9999
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2.0 Poor
June 2021
Pros:
Nothing. They we're almost impossible to get a hold of, couldn't look up any information on their computers, told us they would email us multiple times and never did. 0/10 would never recommend to anyone.Cons:
We tried to change vehicle travel dates multiple times, it was well within our travel policy but they said we had to do it on Kayak, kayak said we had to do it with them, when we circled back to them they said they can only give us a partial refund, they they said we need to talk to their special refund customer service department. They never got back to us, we called again, they said they would be contacting us within 24 hours. They never contacted us, we called again and they said we had to wait to hear back from their special department which weeks later has still not contacted us. Honestly this company seems like way more of a scam then an actual rental company. Avoid at all costs and go to another more reputable rental company.6.0 Okay
May 2019
Pros:
YesCons:
Upgrade8.0 Very Good
July 2023
Hertz
5.3
Fair
27 reviewsCleanliness
6.2
Comfort
5.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.7
Value for money
5.0
10 locations in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
1 Jones Road
+27 11 390 9700
17 Patrick Road, Jet Park
+27 11 397 9288
33 Shearwater Road
+27 11 288 2700
Cnr Anson & Valencia Roads
+27 219 354 800
Cnr Rivonia & West
+27 11 783 8943
Hilton Hotel
+27 117 838 943
R512 Broeder Stroom
+27 10 005 4101
Williams Hunt Midrand
+27 112 543 000
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2.0 Poor
May 2021
Cons:
I arranged for a 5 am pickup. There was no shuttle. I was then waiting for the office to open at 6am as was posted at the office. By 6:10 there was still no one. I rented a vehicle from Avis. I will not be using hertz again.10.0 Wonderful
June 2020
Pros:
Ease - process was painless and relatively efficient.2.0 Poor
July 2019
Pros:
I enjoyed leaving and never rent anything with hettzCons:
When I removed the car the employee said that the car was new and had no defects, including the marking sheet showed no malfunctions. Arriving in the car we found several risks and breakdowns and took a picture, because the employee said that anything later was discounted. but at the time of returni8.4 Very Good
July 2019
Pros:
The staff was friendly and the car was nice.Cons:
The wait was quite long getting the car. I was told it was easy to see the gas station at the airport upon the return but I didn’t. Someone from another rental helped me find it and actually rode with me. And they charged my credit card a $1300 deposit but haven’t credited it yet as promised.4.4 Mediocre
May 2019
Pros:
Car wasn’t filled with gas. Had to to fight with Hertz about that. Didn’t believe me that I’d received an empty vehicle. Also over charged fur insurance.9.6 Wonderful
May 2019
Pros:
The staff offered an upgrade. The process was easy and fast upon checking in and out. We got a great price as well!Cons:
The car was small. We could have gotten a bigger size only because my husband is a giant! But that was out doing, not the company’s.GREEN MOTION
4.6
Mediocre
3 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
4.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.6
Value for money
4.6
One location in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
Johannesburg International Airport
+27 119 756 790
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2.0 Poor
June 2022
2.0 Poor
June 2022
Tempest Car Hire
3.4
Poor
3 reviewsCleanliness
4.5
Comfort
3.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.0
Value for money
3.5
5 locations in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
22 Harley Street
+27 117 817 740
JHB Park Station cnr Wolmerance & Rissik St Shop M2
+27 842 341 126
Johannesburg International Airport
+27 842 341 127
Southgate Mall (Entrance 1)
+27 842 842 835
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2.0 Poor
Feb 2023
2.0 Poor
Jan 2023
1First Car Rental
8.0
Very Good
No reviews available
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
8.0
8 locations in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
CMH Ford and Mazda, 80 Hill Street (Corner West), Randburg
+27 115 097 339
O R Tambo International Airport, Car Rental Concourse, Isando, Johannesburg
+27 113 902 342
Rissik Street, Johannesburg Park Station
+27 100 018 040
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Thrifty
7.0
Good
No reviews available
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
33 Shearwater Road
+27 11 288 2700
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Bidvest
2.0
Poor
No reviews available
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
4 locations in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
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One location in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
R512 Broeder Stroom
+27 10 005 4101
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9 locations in Johannesburg
from $28/dayLocations in Johannesburg
121 Eloff St
+27 21 935 4800
Cnr Rivonia And West St
+27 219 354 800
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One location in Johannesburg
from $27/dayLocations in Johannesburg
Serviced By Europcar
113903909
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One location in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
Serviced By Europcar
113903909
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5 locations in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
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4 locations in Johannesburg
from $29/dayLocations in Johannesburg
Corner Hammer Ave, Gerhardus St, Strydompark, Johannesburg, 1679
+27 87 350 7747
Johannesburg International Airport
+27 11 230 1200
Rivonia Rd & West Street, Rivonia Rd, Sandown, Sandton, 2196
+27 11 784 5722
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3 locations in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
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2 locations in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
1 Jones Rd
+27 113 902 342
R512 & Pelindaba Road, Nietgedacht 535
+27 11 540 7361
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One location in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
Johannesburg International Airport
+27 113 921 388
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One location in Johannesburg
Locations in Johannesburg
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One location in Johannesburg
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