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At the Johannesburg Airport we recommend the following car hire offers

from 11 £ per day

Basic package

Good offers for a small budget

Mini
e.g. Hyundai Grand i10
15 Days from 04.04 - 18.04.2025

from 15 £ per day

Economy

Small, agile and economical - that's all it takes!

e.g. Suzuki Swift
15 Days from 04.04 - 18.04.2025

from 15 £ per day

All-round carefree package

This way nothing can go wrong - carefree and all inclusive!

Mini
e.g. Toyota Agya
15 Days from 04.04 - 18.04.2025

Hire a Car at the Johannesburg Airport

When it gets cold here in winter, you can have an exciting Johannesburg car hire holiday in South Africa and enjoy the sun. Pick up a hired car at O. R. Tambo Airport in Johannesburg and start your winter holiday independently. Johannesburg has everything to offer from museums to national parks to Mandela House. Book your hired car today and look forward to South Africa.

Hire a car at Johannesburg Airport

Be mobile in South Africa from Johannesburg Airport (JNB) with a hired car from Driveboo.com and discover the country independently. Compare the prices of several hired car companies easily at the price comparison at Driveboo and find the cheapest hired car for your trip in South Africa. Johannesburg Airport (JNB, official name: OR Tambo International Airport) is an international airport near Johannesburg in the Republic of South Africa. Africa's busiest airport is the hub of South African Airways, the largest airline in Africa, and numerous smaller airlines with non-stop flights to all continents. It also serves as an airport for the capital Pretoria.

View over Johannesburg

Aerial of the city of Johannesburg

Travel to Johannesburg in winter

When it is cold at home in winter, Johannesburg has warm temperatures. So, this is the ideal opportunity to spend Christmas in a different way. Despite the warm winter temperatures in Johannesburg, there is no lack of Christmas spirit. Look forward to Christmas lights, festive songs and numerous markets when you travel to Johannesburg during your winter vacations. There are even plays based on the Christmas story that you can visit during your winter holiday. You have never experienced Christmas like this before.

Car hire at Johannesburg Airport: What car hire companies are there?

The car hire companies' counters are located on level 0 in the multi-storey car park opposite the terminal for domestic flights. There is a free shuttle bus service between the various terminals and other facilities on the airport grounds. The following car hire companies are located at Johannesburg Airport:

Avis
Bidvest / Budget
Europcar
Hertz
National
Thrifty
lokal suppliers

Transportation to Johannesburg Airport

BY hired Car

Via the road network, the airport grounds can be reached primarily via the national road N12, which runs along the southern periphery of the airport in an east-west direction. At the Rietfontein junction, the regional motorway R21 branches off to the north at the Rietfontein junction, which allows access to and exit from the motorway at the main entrance, and then continues to cross the N1 until Pretoria. Another regional road, the R24, leads from the west to the airport. It branches off the N12 at the Meadowbrook junction in Germiston. It provides a direct connection to the Central Business District of Johannesburg via the Albertina Sisulu Road in a westerly direction.

By Train

A railway station was built between the national and international terminals. It houses the Gautrain station, which connects the airport with Sandton, a large business district and an important tourist area. From Sandton there are other connections with the rest of the Gautrain system.

The section connecting the airport to Sandton in Johannesburg was completed in time for the 2010 World Cup. The trains have 90 journeys per day and carry an estimated 8,000 passengers daily.

By bus

Five city bus lines operated by Metrobus and Putco run twice a day to the airport. The buses run in the mornings and evenings when there are many passengers leaving and arriving. There are also private bus lines operating express buses to the Central Business District CBD of Johannesburg and other destinations. The companies are among others: Magic Bus, Luxliner, Airport Link and the Emperors Palace Airport Shuttle Service.

by taxi

There is a taxi stand outside the arrivals hall, and for departing passengers, taxis can take you all the way to the departure hall on the upper level. Alternatively, you can also book a taxi to pick you up from the airport terminal. You will usually find the driver waiting for you with a name plate. The average price for an airport transfer from Johannesburg Airport to Sandton is about 450-600 SA Rand, depending on the type of taxi (luxury or standard limousine). Some of the reliable taxi service providers include Airport Link, Magicbus, Maxi Taxi and Roses Taxi.

The airport terminals at Johannesburg Airport

There are six terminals at the airport, but they can be divided into three main areas: international terminals; domestic terminals; and transit terminals. Terminals A1 and A2 are for international passengers, while the other two terminals handle domestic flights.

Due to the construction of the airport, departure and arrival terminals are regarded as separate terminals. The central terminal currently under construction is called Terminal A3 and will be used for international and domestic passengers.

The two terminals Terminal A and Terminal B were restructured. Several airlines now use Terminal B for all check-ins (upper floor, next to the arrivals lobby) for national and international flights. The airlines transferring the check-in to Terminal B are South African Airways, South African Express, Airlink Air Mauritius and Qantas.

Facilities in the airport building

Shopping

Terminals A and B have 140 retail stores. The Duty Free shops are located in Terminal A after the security check and many of them carry products that are exclusively available at the airport.

EAT AND DRINK

There are more than 40 restaurants in the airport offering South Africa's culinary diversity.

Emergency situations

There is a travel clinic with medical staff available 24 hours a day. The police station of the airport is also open 24 hours a day.

INTERNET, POST OFFICE AND OUTLETS

There is a post office in the arrivals hall. At the airport there is a free Wi-Fi/Wi-Fi internet connection for either 50 MB or 30 minutes, whichever is the first, after that it is chargeable. There are power outlets for passengers in most areas of the airport, but you may need an adapter.

ATMS AND EXCHANGE OFFICE

ATMs can be found at international arrivals and in the shopping area in the domestic terminal. All major South African banks are represented, international credit cards accepted. You can exchange money at the terminal for international arrivals. The companies are ABSA, American Express, Rennies and Master Currency.

HOTELS IN OR NEAR THE AIRPORT

The Hotel Garden Court OR Tambo International Airport is only 3 km from the airport and offers a shuttle bus to and from the airport and several shopping malls.

The Emperors Palace is also close to the airport. It is a casino resort and hotel in one.

Sightseeing in Johannesburg by hired car

Gold Reef City
Lesedi Cultural Village
Edge castle Waterfront
Cradle of Mankind (Cradle of Mankind)
Pilansberg Game Reserve

With retail, family entertainment, animal watching and World Heritage Sites, Johannesburg has much to offer and a hired car from Johannesburg Airport will allow visitors to enjoy a relaxed journey to these places without having to rely on taxis or other means of transport at excessive prices. At Johannesburg Airport car hire companies there is also the possibility of hiring larger vehicles so that groups can travel comfortably in one vehicle.

Handmade goods at Lesedi Cultural Village

Zebras in the Pilansberg Reserve near Johannesburg

Frequently asked questions about car hire booking Johannesburg Airport

How much does a hired car cost at O. R. Tambo, Johannesburg Airport?

Skyline of Johannesburg, South Africa

A cheap hired car is available from as little as 73 £ per week. We compare the prices of all major car hire companies and show you the best deal, so you can find the perfect hired car for Johannesburg.

Particularly popular are small cars for the city, which you can hire from as little as 73 £ per week, or pick-ups and SUVs with all-wheel drive from 156 £ per week if you travel a lot in national parks. If you are travelling to O. R. Tambo Airport with the whole family, a family car is also suitable, which you can hire from 164 £ per week.

If you only need a hired car for one day, you can hire it for as little as 11 £ per day.

What do I have to consider with the hired car in South Africa?

Please note that in South Africa you have to drive on the left side of the road and you have to wear a seat belt.
Always keep to the blood alcohol limit of 0.5 per mille and to the maximum speeds of 60 km/h in the city, 100 km/h outside the city and 120 km/h on highways. High fines are imposed for violations of the rules.
Some sections of highways and country roads are subject to tolls. The fees vary depending on the region and distance.
It is not uncommon to encounter packed trucks or animals on the road. Therefore, always drive carefully and with foresight with your hired car.
If you want to take turns driving the hired car on a longer trip, you can specify an additional driver on site. In some offers an additional driver is already included in the rental price.

Can I book a hired car without excess at Johannesburg Airport?

A hired car without excess is already available from 14 £ per day. In the event of damage, no further costs will be incurred and you can continue your trip stress-free. To do this, simply check the box "Without deductible" in the search mask.

If you plan to spend a lot of time outdoors and off-road, glass, tire and underbody insurance is also recommended. In any case, read through the rental conditions to see if driving on off-road roads is allowed with the hired car.

With the right insurance, nothing stands in the way of an exciting trip through South Africa. Look forward to the Kruger National Park, the Apartheid Museum and a trip to Pretoria.

What extras are included in the price of the hired car at Johannesburg Airport?

Extras and inclusive services such as a navigation device, an additional driver or unlimited kilometre are already included in the rental price, depending on the offer. You can specify additional extras such as a child seat when booking in the reservation form under the item "Additional equipment" or alternatively in the field "Message to our service team". The applicable fees for this can be found in the rental terms and conditions and are usually payable upon acceptance of the hired car on site.

In addition, the price of the hired car always includes liability insurance. With the appropriate extras for your hired car nothing stands in the way of an unforgettable trip through South Africa.

Can I receive the hired car in Johannesburg also in the hotel?

If you want a hotel delivery, look for an offer near your hotel or place of stay, because airport stations rarely offer a delivery of the hired car. Check the rental conditions under the keyword "delivery" or "delivery" to see if this service is available. Here you will also find all the information on what costs are associated with the service of delivery.

If delivery is offered, please indicate the name and address of your hotel in the field "Message to our service team". As soon as there is a feedback from the landlord, you will be informed by our service team and you will receive the new voucher with the information of the delivery.