Johannesburg car hires from £7/day

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.

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.

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.

On average a car hire in Johannesburg costs £19 per day.

Car hire companies onsite at OR Tambo airport include Woodford, 1First Car Rental, Firefly, Hertz, FlexWays, Budget, Bluu, National and Thrifty.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from OR Tambo airport to off-airport locations include Woodford, Firefly, Hertz, Sixt, Budget and Thrifty.

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

A Compact car hire in Johannesburg costs £20 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car hire in Johannesburg costs £23 per day, on average.

An Economy car hire in Johannesburg costs £10 per day, on average.

In Johannesburg, cars are most frequently hired at CarWiz Johannesburg Apt Or Tambo International Airport Outside Termina (12 miles from city centre).

Most car hire providers in Johannesburg offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Johannesburg, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

To get a cheap Johannesburg car hire you need to be at least 18 years of age and present a passport and return ticket along with an unexpired domestic driver’s licence. Another form of picture ID is also necessary and it doesn’t hurt to carry an International Driving Permit if you have one. In terms of payment options, all providers accept major credit cards, but you should be aware that some providers like Hertz will require a deposit at the time of collection.

If you’re seeking a road trip to make your mouth water, try the journey from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park, the country’s most famous nature reserve. No major highways run all the way there, so you can literally map out the route on the go.