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Cheap Car Hire in South, Johannesburg from R208

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 12/6 and drop-off date of 15/7. 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 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 28 April 2026.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R687

Cheapest price per day

R208
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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 28 April 2026.
Nissan AlmeraR322/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Almera
Found 04/27/26
Hyundai AccentR277/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai Accent
Found 04/27/26
Volkswagen PoloR296/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Found 04/27/26

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 R231/day – about 786% 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
8.0
Budget
Budget
6.2

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

Planning to hire a car in South? February is the cheapest month, costing about R297 per day. In contrast, September is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R611. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R330

February

R297

March

R446

April

R380

May

R413

June

R429

July

R545

August

R347

September

R611

October

R479

November

R512

December

R380

Which car hire company has the most locations in South?

keddy by Europcar has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in South at 2.

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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

3 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

9,1

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,7

Budget

6,2
Okay
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

7,7

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,4

Europcar

1 location
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Overview

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 28 April 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.

  • What is the cheapest rental car in South, Johannesburg?

    For R380 per day on average, the Class Mini Car is the cheapest car rental in South, Johannesburg. Renting a Class Mini Car is 62% cheaper than the average cost of other car rentals in South.

  • How much is a rental car in South, Johannesburg?

    R380 per day, on average, is how much a rental car in South, Johannesburg costs. However, our users have found rentals for as low as R385 per day.

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