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Cheap Car Hire in South, Johannesburg

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South, Johannesburg car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 January 2026.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R764

Cheapest price per day

R226
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Cheapflights insights for South car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in South?

For the best savings on car hire in South, make your reservation 46 days before pickup. The average price then is just R226/day – about 736% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in South?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in South is keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10). 1First Car Rental (rated 9.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

keddy by Europcar
keddy by Europcar
10.0
1First Car Rental
1First Car Rental
9.0
Avis
Avis
7.7
Budget
Budget
6.8

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South?

Planning to hire a car in South? August is the cheapest month, costing about R290 per day. In contrast, September is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R645. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R323

February

R371

March

R371

April

R419

May

R548

June

R371

July

R484

August

R290

September

R645

October

R516

November

R500

December

R371

Which car hire company has the most locations in South?

In South, Avis, Budget, keddy by Europcar, and Tempest Car Hire have 2 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in South, Johannesburg

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in South, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

keddy by Europcar

2 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

6,0

1First Car Rental

1 location
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Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,0

Avis

2 locations
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Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,7

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,4

Budget

6,8
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1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9,4

Comfort

8,5

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

7,1

Europcar

1 location
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Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

6,6

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,4

Tempest Car Hire

2 locations
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Cleanliness

3,3

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

South Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 January 2026.

  • Can I rent a car for a month at South?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month at South check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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