Johannesburg car hire information
| Pick-up location | Johannesburg |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, People carrier, Standard SUV |
| Hire locations | 86 |
| Airport locations | 29 |
| Popular agencies | Budget, 1First Car Rental, GREEN MOTION , Hertz, Woodford |
Cheap car hire in Johannesburg
| Economy | R301/day |
| Compact | R358/day |
| Intermediate | R342/day |
| People carrier | R686/day |
| Full-size SUV | R828/day |
| Mini | R183/day |
| Intermediate SUV | R476/day |
| Compact SUV | R518/day |
| Standard SUV | R1 087/day |
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 R418 or less
- Book your car hire in Johannesburg at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini car hire in Johannesburg are around 40% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Johannesburg
Johannesburg car rental reviews and directory
Sixt
8,0
Very Good
2 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
5 locations in Johannesburg
Avis
6,0
Okay
21 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
4.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
8.0
2 locations in Johannesburg
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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
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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
Jun 2017
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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.Hertz
5,8
Fair
27 reviewsCleanliness
6.1
Comfort
6.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.2
Value for money
6.1
10 locations in Johannesburg
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2,0 Poor
May 2021
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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
Jun 2020
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Ease - process was painless and relatively efficient.2,0 Poor
Jul 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
Jul 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
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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
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2,0 Poor
Jun 2022
2,0 Poor
Jun 2022
Tempest Car Hire
2,0
Poor
3 reviewsCleanliness
3.3
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
5 locations in Johannesburg
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2,0 Poor
Feb 2023
2,0 Poor
Jan 2023
Sunnycars
No score available yet
10 locations in Johannesburg
Firefly
No score available yet
9 locations in Johannesburg
Europcar
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8 locations in Johannesburg
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keddy by Europcar
No score available yet
8 locations in Johannesburg
1First Car Rental
No score available yet
6 locations in Johannesburg
Bidvest
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4 locations in Johannesburg
Bluu
No score available yet
3 locations in Johannesburg
3 locations in Johannesburg
from R480/dayLocations in Johannesburg
204 Columbine Avenue
+27 11 496 1235
O.R. Tambo Int Apt
+27 11 573 5000
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2 locations in Johannesburg
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1 Jones Rd
+27 113 902 342
R512 & Pelindaba Road, Nietgedacht 535
+27 11 540 7361
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One location in Johannesburg
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Johannesburg International Airport
+27 113 921 388
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One location in Johannesburg
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R512 Broeder Stroom
+27 10 005 4101
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One location in Johannesburg
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from R1 337/dayLocations in Johannesburg
Serviced By Europcar
113903909
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One location in Johannesburg
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from R340/dayLocations in Johannesburg
Monument Toyota
+27 11 288 2700
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One location in Johannesburg
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Good to know
Most popular agency | GREEN MOTION |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Mini |
Average price | R521/day |
Good deal | R418/day |