Johannesburg’s Tambo Airport is the busiest airport in all of southern Africa and this comes to no surprise, as this bustling international hub boasts almost 60 years of service. Close to 30 million passengers travel through the domestic, transit and international terminals each year. Although many travelers spend only a few days in South Africa be it for business or leisure, it is already a favorite destination for many and for this reason, car hiring is also an increasingly popular choice amongst travelers.
OR Tambo airport is ideally located at the scenic Kempton Park, in Gauteng province. Upon arrival, tourists and businessmen can simply approach one of the many car rental companies and provide identification and travel documents requested prior to hiring a car. Travelers can choose from a wide variety of car hire companies, such as Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Budget, Alamo, Thrifty and many more. Customers may also choose from a variety of car models and transmission type. Rental costs vary depending on the car type and company. It may be useful to book in advance as well as to understand the terms and conditions required by the car rentals, as well as prices and any available discount or promotions.
Although there are many available transportation methods available to travelers, car rental proves to be a very convenient way to admire the sights of South Africa. As Tambo airport already provides such car hire services, one can conveniently drive from the airport to their accommodation, and sightsee with ease. The time flexibility is also an obvious advantage. Other benefits include affordability, adequate personal space and luggage room while on the road, and elimination of waiting time that is always present if public transportation had been the option. The best thing about renting a car, is that when the vacation or business trip is over, the car can be dropped off at the airport, just in time for one’s flight.
