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Cheap Car Hire in South, Johannesburg from R316
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in South with a pick-up date of 21/11 and drop-off date of 28/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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South, Johannesburg car hires in 2025
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 29 October 2025.
Most popular company | Avis |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R550 |
Cheapest price per day | R316 |
Popular car types in South, Johannesburg
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 29 October 2025.
Economy
R371+
People carrier
R978+
Full-size SUV
R1 523+
Mini
R316+
Passenger van
R1 711+
Compact SUV
R727+
Best South, Johannesburg car hire deals
Browse through the best deals we’ve found on South car hire deals at this time. Deals are sourced from providers and were last updated on 29 October 2025.
Volkswagen PoloR473/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan X-TrailR1 523/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen MultivanR978/day
5
M
A/C
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 35 days before pickup. The average price then is just R241/day – about 544% less than the yearly average.
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 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
keddy by Europcar
10.0
1First Car Rental
8.0
Avis
7.7
Budget
6.8
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South?
Planning to hire a car in South? January is the cheapest month, costing about R344 per day. In contrast, June is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 651. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R344
February
R396
March
R396
April
R447
May
R585
June
R1 651
July
R516
August
R413
September
R740
October
R1 238
November
R482
December
R482
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.
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
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
6,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
6,0
1First Car Rental
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8,0
Comfort
8,0
Overall
8,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
8,0
Avis
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,9
Comfort
8,7
Overall
7,7
Pick-up/drop-off
7,7
Value
7,4
Budget
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9,4
Comfort
8,5
Overall
6,8
Pick-up/drop-off
6,8
Value
7,1
Europcar
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7,4
Comfort
6,8
Overall
6,6
Pick-up/drop-off
6,6
Value
6,8
Tempest Car Hire
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
4,5
Comfort
3,5
Overall
3,5
Pick-up/drop-off
3,0
Value
3,5
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 29 October 2025.
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.
What is the cheapest rental car in South, Johannesburg?
For R310 per day on average, the Renault Kwid is the cheapest car rental in South, Johannesburg. Renting a Renault Kwid is 59% cheaper than the average cost of other car rentals in South.
How much is a rental car in South, Johannesburg?
R310 per day, on average, is how much a rental car in South, Johannesburg costs. However, our users have found rentals for as low as R325 per day.