How to find a cheap car hire deal in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Need a cheap Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car? With prices averaging 29 € a day, your trip is already off to a wallet-friendly start. Whether you're after a small ride, a spacious family car, or something in between, we round up all the best deals to get you more for your money.
The cheapest daily rental price at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport is 17 €.
Staying a little longer in Johannesburg? Pick up a weekly rental from 69 € and pack more sights into your itinerary.
If you want to get the best price, book your JNB car hire around three weeks in advance.
At Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport, you can grab your ride from trusted providers such as Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion.
Whether you go with Carwiz or another supplier, double-check the coverage on your Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport car hire. Some companies include a collision damage waiver (CDW), while others offer it as a paid add-on.
Booking a one-way car hire is often a great hack for finding a deal. Simply click 'Return car to a different location' when searching for a car for hire in JNB. Providers sometimes need to move vehicles between branches, which means you can score some awesome one-way prices.
Avoid any unexpected charges by booking a car hire in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport with a 'Fair fuel policy.' Begin and end your trip with a full tank, and pay only for what you use.
Pack more into your journey by searching for rentals with 'Unlimited mileage.' Located under the 'Policies' filter, these rides let you drive as far as you need without paying more.
Best value car hire options right now
You get the best value with this company, with average prices at 61 € a day.
Up next is this provider, which offers daily rates of around 52 €.
The third option also comes in as one of the cheaper suppliers. Drive off in one of their rentals for roughly 69 € a day.
If you're still weighing up which ride is right for you, consider something from the Mini rental category. It's the most widely booked type of car at JNB.
Compare car hire types from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Small: Including classes like mini and economy, this cheap Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car makes getting around affordable and hassle-free. These zippy, fuel-efficient rides are excellent for city driving and short trips.
Medium: A reliable pick when you need something that's easy to manoeuvre but with a few more features. This category includes compact and intermediate models that offer a bit of extra room compared to smaller cars.
Large: You've got the bags, the kids, the snacks, the works. Large vehicles have got the capacity to handle it all effortlessly. Perfect for long-distance journeys, this JNB car hire category includes full-size cars.
SUV: When the urge to explore hits, an SUV's all in. It's your perfect road trip companion, ready for country roads, highways, and anything in between. These sports utility vehicles also come with extra space and advanced safety features.
Van: Choose this vehicle category when you want a car for rent in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport that can handle the heavy stuff. Featuring options like commercial vans and trucks, they're built to carry more, whether that's supplies, baggage or big groups.
Insurance and optional extras
Car rental excess insurance isn't a necessity, but is something you should consider. If you're in an accident, no matter how minor, it can help you avoid paying a big excess fee. Different JNB car hire providers have different insurance policies and cover levels, so check the terms before booking.
Make life easier when you rent a car in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport by adding a few handy extras. Think things like a navigation system to keep you headed the right way, or reverse cameras that make parking feel effortless.
Good to know
Check each supplier's age requirements before booking your car hire in South Africa. Rules can vary, and extra charges or restrictions may apply if you're a younger driver. At the start of your search, uncheck the 'Driver aged between 25–70' box and enter your age to browse your options.
If you're going away with the kids, find out if you need to add a child car seat to your JNB car hire reservation. Whether local laws require them or not, they're always the safest way for youngsters to travel.
You'll have to provide some documents when collecting your car. As a general rule, bring your physical driver's licence, a credit card with enough balance for the deposit (debit cards usually aren't accepted), and additional photo ID. Your booking will outline the exact requirements.
For first-time drivers in South Africa, don't forget that traffic here keeps to the left side of the road.
Stay within local speed limits of about 55kph through built-up areas and around 110kph on highways. Road signs will show if a different limit applies.
In South Africa, the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit is 0.05%. If you intend to have a couple of drinks, get someone else to do the driving or take another form of transport.
The language most commonly used in this country is English.
Drive smarter from the start
With a JNB car hire, you're in the driver's seat when it comes to your next move. If central Johannesburg is your first stop, it's around 26 kilometres west of the airport and a journey of about 30 minutes.
The drive from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to the centre during peak hour can take up to 1 hour 5 minutes.
Around 7am is one of the busiest times to be on the road in this destination. Try to avoid peak times generally for a smoother trip.
You can also get the keys to a car hire in Johannesburg. If you don't need a set of wheels as soon as you land, hold off until you're in the city and avoid paying for extra rental days.
For even more choice, explore the car hire options at Lanseria International Airport. This airport also connects to Johannesburg.
Hit the road: Where to drive from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Before you go anywhere else, enjoy a bit of sightseeing around Johannesburg first. Highlights such as Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela Statue are the perfect warm-up for the rest of your trip.
Around 40 kilometres west of JNB, Soweto easily earns a place on your itinerary. Steer straight toward must-see sights like Soweto and Hector Pieterson Museum.
Or collect your Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport car hire and set out for Pretoria. Around 48 kilometres north of the airport, Statue of Nelson Mandela and Museum of Natural History are among the highlights that are well worth the trip.
Looking to cover more ground? Witbank is another fun destination that's around 105 kilometres east of JNB. Witbank dam and Cosmos Gardens make perfect pit stops.
