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Renting a car at Johannesburg Airport

O.R Tambo International Airport is the largest airport in South Africa, and is found in Johannesburg, the ‘City of Gold’. Johannesburg is also fondly referred to by locals as simply Jo’burg, or even ‘eGoli’. Its airport has also had a few names over the years, which include Jan Smuts Airport, as well as Johannesburg International Airport. Its current name, O.R Tambo International Airport, is in honor of a former South African National Congress President, Oliver Reginald Tambo. Johannesburg is a large and striking city filled with some impressive buildings and skyscrapers, as well as more nature orientated attractions, such as the Kruger National Park, which is a famous place to visit for many tourists. The best way to explore the city is in a rented car, and there are a couple of car hire companies at O.R Tambo Airport. Most of these companies are well-known around the world, and offer customers only the highest quality vehicles.

The car rental facilities at the airport are located in the multi-storey parkade building, just opposite of the domestic terminal. There are six terminal buildings at O.R Tambo International Airport, but these can be divided into areas for domestic passengers and the international departure and arrival areas. Customers who would like to rent a car can go straight to their chosen car hire company’s rental counters at the airport. Customers can also book online, from their chosen car rental company’s website. This is the most convenient way to ensure your ideal vehicle is ready and waiting for your arrival at the airport. Public transport in South Africa is not as extensive as in some other parts of the world, and certain forms of transport are not considered to be safe for tourists, therefore it is recommended to drive your own vehicle.

All Car Rental Companies at Johannesburg Airport:

These are all companies which have many years of experience in the industry, and have thousands of rental locations all over the world. Hertz has the largest car rental network, with over 8,000 locations, while the others all offer between two and four thousand rental offices in many different countries. The companies mentioned offer comprehensive websites which display all the vehicle categories available at O.R Tambo Airport, and information about their rental terms and conditions. An example of a smaller vehicle offered is the Kia Picanto 1.1, seating four people, but without much room for luggage, while medium sized cars include the Toyota Corolla Sedan and Honda Civic. Passengers arriving at the airport can also hire larger vans, such as the VW Microbus, seating eight or nine people, and Premium vehicles, which are most often manufactured by Mercedes.

Driving in Johannesburg, and South Africa in general, is relatively easy. The airport is located on the R24 Airport Freeway, which is accessed by the N3 Eastern Bypass, or from the R21 highway. The major highways running through Johannesburg include the N1, N3 and the N12. Road rules in South Africa do not permit speeding, or drunken driving, and there are speed traps and cameras in place to catch offenders. The speed limits in Johannesburg are as follows: 130 km/h on the highways, 100 km/h on the open roads and 60 km/h in urban areas. Petrol stations are located in frequent positions around the city, and for longer journeys, they can be found nearby all the smaller towns en route to the main cities of South Africa. Mainly cash is used for the payment of petrol, or Garage Cards, as petrol stations do not accept credit cards.

Although South Africa is not as dangerous as what some make it out to be, it is recommended to exercise caution when driving late at night, or in areas which are not as ‘high class’. Drivers should keep their doors locked, and be on the lookout for any suspicious looking characters who may be looking for smash and grab victims. Motorists should also never pick up hitchhikers, or offer a lift to anyone unfamiliar. Minibus taxis can be quite hazardous on South African roads, and their driving habits are quite unpredictable for tourists and locals alike. It is best to just keep out of their way, and not try and cause a scene. Passengers in the front seat should be wearing seat belts, and younger children are required to be securely seated within vehicles. Most car hire companies offer the rental of extra equipment, such as baby or booster seats, or even satellite navigation systems. A GPS unit is wonderful to have, especially if you are unfamiliar with the area.

The primary renter at most of the car rental companies at O.R Tambo International Airport is required to be at least 21 years of age, and should have a valid drivers license which has been held in his/her country of residence for at least three years prior to the rental date. A young drivers surcharge may be applicable, and younger renters may also not be permitted to hire certain larger or specialty type vehicles. A major credit card is required in order to pay for the hire period, and adequate insurance coverage for the rented car is recommended.

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Nearby Car Rental Pick-up and Drop-Off Locations

Johannesburg - Kempton Park

3 Brabazon Road, Isando,, Isando

2.68 KM

Johannesburg - Pomona

106 Constantia Road, Pomona, Johannesburg, 1620, Gauteng

3.02 KM

Gauteng - Isando Downtown

3 Brabazon Road, Isando

3.51 KM

Boksburg

Mahindra East Rand Dealership, Cnr Rietfontein & North Rand Road, Boksburg , Boksburg, 1620, Gauteng

5.49 KM

Rand Airport

Rand Airport, Germiston, 1400

13.87 KM

Sandton - Eastgate

Burchmores Auction Centre, 18 Eastern Service Road, Marlbora North, Wynberg, 2090

14.69 KM

Johannesburg - Sandton

1 Marion Street (corner Rivonia), Sandton, Johannesburg, 2057, Gauteng
+ 10 more

17.52 KM

Johannesburg - Megawatt Park

Eskom Transport Division, Megawatt Park,, Johannesburg, Gp

17.62 KM

Sandton - Sandton Eye

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel, Sandton Eye Retail Level, Sandton, Johannesburg

17.80 KM

Sandton

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel,, Level 1, Cnr West And Rivonia Road,, Sandton

17.97 KM

Midrand

Cmh Nissan Dealership, 451 New Road, Cnr 16th Road And New Road, Midrand, 1685 , Gauteng

18.32 KM

Grand Central Airport

Grand Central Airport, Midrand, 1685

18.32 KM

Rosebank

Hyatt Regency Hotel, Cnr Oxford & Bierman Rd, Rosebank

18.73 KM

Johannesburg - Downtown

1 Marion Street (corner Rivonia), Sandton, Johannesburg, 2057, Gauteng
+ 8 more

19.91 KM

Johannesburg - Park Station

Rissik Street Johannesburg Park Station, Rissik St Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2001

20.07 KM

Johannesburg - Rivonia

Rivonia Crossing, Cnr Witkoppen & Achter Str, Rivonia

20.14 KM

Johannesburg - Braamfontein

Jhb Park Station Cnr Wolmerance & Rissik St Shop M2, Braamfontein, Johannesburg

21.09 KM

Johannesburg - Carlton Centre

130 Main Street, , Johannesburg , 2107

22.02 KM

Johannesburg - Randburg

23 Hill Street(corner West), Randburg, Johannesburg, 2125, Gauteng

22.98 KM

Strijdompark

Cnr Hammer And Gerhardes Str, Strijdompark

23.05 KM

Randburg

126 All Rand Offic Park, , 126 Bram Fisher Dr, Randburg, 2194

23.24 KM

Johannesburg - Fourways

Shop L6a Fourways Crossing Shopping Centre Fourways, Fourways - Johannesburg , 2055, Gp

25.72 KM

Ormonde

46 Alwen Road, Ormonde, 2091

26.59 KM

Southgate

Southgate Mall (entrance 1), Cnr Columbine St & Rifle Range, Southgate, 2111

28.92 KM

Constantia - Gauteng

Cnr Hendrik Potgieter &, Rhinoceros Roads, Weltevredenpark, Constantia

30.87 KM

Centurion Downtown

Barloworld Toyota Centurion, 1302 South Street, Centurion
+ 10 more

31.53 KM

Johannesburg - Roodepoort

Krugersdorp, Corner Shannon And Voortrekker Roads,monument, Monument, 1709

32.79 KM

Lanseria Airport

Lanseria Airport, Cnr R512 & Pelindaba Road, Lanseria, 1620 , Gauteng
+ 14 more

37.28 KM

Pretoria - East

1250 Pretorius Street, Hatfield, Pretoria

38.83 KM

Brummeria

Csir South Gate Entrance, Building 38 Shop 6 (opp Nrs), Meiring Naude Road, , Brummeria, 0186, Gp

39.29 KM

Menlyn

62 25th Street, Menlo Park, Menlo Park

41.41 KM

Gauteg - Hatfield Downtown

Mccathy Toyota,, Cnc Schoeman And Ducan Str, Hatfield, 0181

42.39 KM

Johannesburg - Soweto

10894 Klipspruit Valley Rd, Soweto, 1818

42.71 KM

Pretoria

1017 Stanza Bopape Street (formerly Church Street), Hatfield, Pretoria, Hatfield, Pretoria, 1620, Gauteng
+ 10 more

42.98 KM

Pretoria - North

Wonderboom Airport, Lintveldt Road, Annlin, Pretoria North, 0003

43.16 KM

Krugersdorp

278 Voortrekker Street, Noordheuwel, Krugersdorp, 0001

45.45 KM

Wonderboom - Airport

Wonderboom Airport , Pretoria, 0001

53.28 KM

Johannesburg - Vereeniging

Crossings Centre Cnr, Corner General Hertzog & Mario Milani Roads, Vereeniging, 1930

66.84 KM

Vanderbijlpark

31 Prime Business Park 31 Rabie Street, Vanderbijlpark, 1911

74.31 KM

Where are the fuel stations closest to Johannesburg Airport?

Engen

OR Tambo International Airport, 1619, South Africa

0.20 KM

Zenex

Latei St, Isando, 1601, South Africa

1.01 KM

Engen

Industry Rd, Isando, 1601, South Africa

1.33 KM

Shell

111 Pretoria Rd, Kempton Park, 1619, South Africa

2.04 KM

Engen

Pretoria Rd, Kempton Park, 1619, South Africa

2.12 KM

Shell

Rigger Rd, Spartan, 1619, South Africa

2.30 KM

Engen

Newton St, Spartan, 1619, South Africa

2.37 KM

Engen

132 Plane Rd, Spartan, 1619, South Africa

2.44 KM

Engen Fossetts

62 Steel Rd, Spartan, 1619, South Africa

2.46 KM

Engen

Kelvin St, Spartan, 1619, South Africa

2.49 KM

Engen

Brewery St, Isando, 1601, South Africa

2.62 KM

TOTAL

Spartan, 1619, South Africa

2.64 KM

Engen

Wankel St, Jet Park, 1459, South Africa

2.73 KM

Caltex

Brabazon Rd, Croydon, 1619, South Africa

2.82 KM

Shell

22 Central Ave, Kempton Park, 1619, South Africa

2.85 KM

Car Rental at Johannesburg Airport - FAQ

Which car rental companies operate at Johannesburg Airport?
Which car rental companies are in Johannesburg Airport terminal?
You can find the following car rental suppliers in the terminal building(s) at Johannesburg Airport: Sixt, First, Hertz, Bluu Car Rental, Alamo, Keddy By Europcar, Tempest, Budget, Avis, Europcar, Firefly Powered By Hertz, Woodford Exclusive Rentals, Bidvest, Thrifty, Firefly, Dollar, Green Motion, Enterprise
Which car rental operators supply manual/stickshift cars at Johannesburg Airport?
Which car rental companies hire automatic cars at Johannesburg Airport?
Which car rental companies offer minivans at Johannesburg Airport?
Which car rental companies offer People Carriers at Johannesburg Airport?
The following car rental companies rent People Carriers at Johannesburg Airport Bidvest, Budget, Dollar, First, Tempest, Thrifty, Woodford Exclusive Rentals
Which car rental companies offer Diesel Cars at Johannesburg Airport?
The following car rental suppliers offer diesel cars at Johannesburg Airport Bidvest, Bluu Car Rental, Europcar, Firefly, First, Green Motion, Hertz, Keddy By Europcar, Sixt, Woodford Exclusive Rentals
Which car rental companies offer Petrol Cars at Johannesburg Airport?
The following car rental operators rent petrol cars at Johannesburg Airport Alamo, Avis, Bidvest, Bluu Car Rental, Budget, Cabs Car Hire, Dollar, Europcar, Firefly, First, Green Motion, Hertz, Keddy By Europcar, National, Sixt, Tempest, Thrifty, Woodford Exclusive Rentals
What car rental companies are open on Sunday at Johannesburg Airport?
What car rental companies are open 24 hours at Johannesburg Airport?
The following car rental companies are open 24 hours at Johannesburg Airport: Avis, Budget, Europcar, Firefly, Firefly Powered By Hertz, Green Motion, Sixt, Tempest, Thrifty
Where are the closest car rental company locations outside Johannesburg Airport?
The nearest car rental operator locations outside Johannesburg Airport can be found at:
  • Johannesburg - Kempton Park (3 Brabazon Road, Isando,, Isando) 2.68 KM away.
  • Johannesburg - Pomona (106 Constantia Road, Pomona, Johannesburg, 1620, Gauteng) 3.02 KM away.
  • Gauteng - Isando Downtown (3 Brabazon Road, Isando) 3.51 KM away.
  • Boksburg (Mahindra East Rand Dealership, Cnr Rietfontein & North Rand Road, Boksburg , Boksburg, 1620, Gauteng) 5.49 KM away.
  • Rand Airport (Rand Airport, Germiston, 1400) 13.87 KM away.
  • Sandton - Eastgate (Burchmores Auction Centre, 18 Eastern Service Road, Marlbora North, Wynberg, 2090) 14.69 KM away.
  • Johannesburg - Sandton (1 Marion Street (corner Rivonia), Sandton, Johannesburg, 2057, Gauteng) 17.52 KM away.
  • Johannesburg - Megawatt Park (Eskom Transport Division, Megawatt Park,, Johannesburg, Gp) 17.62 KM away.
  • Sandton - Sandton Eye (Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel, Sandton Eye Retail Level, Sandton, Johannesburg) 17.80 KM away.
  • Sandton (Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel,, Level 1, Cnr West And Rivonia Road,, Sandton) 17.97 KM away.
Where are the fuel stations closest to Johannesburg Airport?
The closest fuel stations to Johannesburg Airport are:
  • Engen (Engen, OR Tambo International Airport, 1619, South Africa) 0.20 KM away.
  • Zenex (Zenex, Latei St, Isando, 1601, South Africa) 1.01 KM away.
  • Engen (Engen, Industry Rd, Isando, 1601, South Africa) 1.33 KM away.
  • Shell (Shell, 111 Pretoria Rd, Kempton Park, 1619, South Africa) 2.04 KM away.
  • Engen (Engen, Pretoria Rd, Kempton Park, 1619, South Africa) 2.12 KM away.
  • Shell (Shell, Rigger Rd, Spartan, 1619, South Africa) 2.30 KM away.
  • Engen (Engen, Newton St, Spartan, 1619, South Africa) 2.37 KM away.
  • Engen (Engen, 132 Plane Rd, Spartan, 1619, South Africa) 2.44 KM away.
  • Engen Fossetts (Engen Fossetts, 62 Steel Rd, Spartan, 1619, South Africa) 2.46 KM away.
  • Engen (Engen, Kelvin St, Spartan, 1619, South Africa) 2.49 KM away.
What additional equipment can I rent with a vehicle at Johannesburg Airport?
You can rent the following additional equipment with a rental car at Johannesburg Airport:
  • Child toddler seat
  • GPS
  • Infant child seat
  • Booster seat
  • WiFi Access
  • *Not all suppliers supply all equipment
What are the fuel policy options when renting a car at Johannesburg Airport?
The following fuel policies are available when renting a vehicle at Johannesburg Airport depending on the car rental company you choose:
  • FULLFULL: Fuel: Pick up and return full.
  • UNKNOWN: See Terms and Conditions.
Car Brands Available to Rent at Johannesburg Airport

There are 85 different types of vehicles from 21 manufacturers offered by 20 car rental companies at Johannesburg Airport.

Whether you want to rent the same vehicle you have as your daily driver, or find something different to drive for your trip, the details below will show you which manufacturers and models are available from the many car rental companies at Johannesburg Airport.