Sandton car hires from R353

On average a car hire in Sandton costs R763 per day.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Avis (R353/day), GREEN MOTION (R471/day) and CarWiz (R613/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Avis Old Mutual Building Level B3 2146 (1 kilometres from the city centre).

The average price of fuel in Sandton is R81,73 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R981 and R1 308, depending on the car size.

Premium (Mercedes-Benz GLE or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Sandton.

Car hire companies onsite at OR Tambo airport include GREEN MOTION, Hertz, Alamo, 1First Car Rental, Firefly, Bidvest, National, Thrifty, Tempest Car Hire and Avis.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from OR Tambo airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Firefly, Bidvest, Thrifty, Tempest Car Hire, Avis, Budget, Dollar and Europcar.

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

A Premium car hire in Sandton costs R2 473 per day, on average.

An Economy car hire in Sandton costs R251 per day, on average.

A Compact car hire in Sandton costs R811 per day, on average.

On average a car hire in Sandton costs R5 339 per week (R763 per day).

On average a car hire in Sandton costs R22 883 per month (R763 per day).

Sandton is a developed urban area with good infrastructure and roads. You can choose a car that fits your needs, whether it's a compact car for easy manoeuvrability in traffic or a larger vehicle for more space and comfort. You can also consider a car equipped with modern safety features such as airbags, anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC), and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) for added safety on the roads. If you prioritise environmental sustainability and want to avoid emissions, consider hiring an electric or hybrid car. Many car rental agencies now offer eco-friendly options.

In South Africa, urban areas, including Sandton, generally enforce a speed limit of 60 km/h on most roads. Non-urban roads outside built-up areas typically have a speed limit of 100 km/h, though motorists should be vigilant for lower limits posted in specific sections. Freeways and dual carriageways allow a speed limit of 120 km/h. Adhering to these speed limits is essential for promoting safe driving practises and minimising the risk of accidents on South African roads.

If you are staying at a hotel in Sandton, they typically offer parking options for guests. Check with your hotel about their parking facilities and any associated costs. In addition, Sandton is home to several major shopping centres, such as Sandton City, Nelson Mandela Square, and The Marc. These malls offer extensive parking facilities, both open-air and multi-level, where you can park your car while you shop or explore the area. At Sandton City Shopping Mall, parking costs around R10 (₹45) up to 2 hours on weekdays, and on weekends and public holidays it is roughly R10 (₹45) flat rate.