Car rentals in East, Johannesburg

On average, it will cost you $24 per day to rent a car in East. Depending on the time of year, what type of car you rent, and what agency you rent from, you could end up paying as much as $63 per day or as little as $12 per day. The price of a rental car in East commonly fluctuates by about 81%.

The cheapest rental car companies in East are Firefly, Budget and U-Save. In the past 72 hours, momondo users have found rental prices as low as $12/day from Firefly, $14/day from Budget, and $15/day from U-Save.

Consider renting a car from Europcar, which is currently the best rental agency in East, according to our users, with 2 reviews and an average rating of 10.0/10.

Although there are plenty of other rental car types to choose from, the most popular type for a trip to East are SUV sized cars. 18% of our users chose this rental type and found prices for $66/day on average.

The most popular length of time momondo users rent a car in East is 37 days. For a 37-day rental the average daily price is $33, though prices are subject to change depending on the type of car you rent and what neighborhood you stay in. To rent a car for a week in general is $320 on average and for a weekend rental, expect to pay a total of $105 on average. Month-long East car rentals are generally about $1,779 in total depending on your dates.

March is the best time of year to rent a car when visiting East. During this month you can find rental car prices for $28/day on average if you book at least 50 days ahead of your trip. If you can, try to avoid renting a car in East during the month of October, when prices average $40/day.

Prices for cars in East are updated daily.

The number of operators available for cars in East is 33 as of April 2025.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including East. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when renting a car in East. If the license is written in a different language from the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual rental company you're booking with.