Car hire Midrand Grand Central Airport

Built on a former racetrack, Grand Central Airport is a private airport which is conveniently situated midway between Johannesburg and Pretoria. It is open 24-hours and is often used by charter, private and VIP aircraft. Arranging car hire in Grand Central Airport is the most convenient way to make the 18-mile journey south to Johannesburg or north to Pretoria.

Airport Facilities

The airport is fairly small, consisting of only one terminal building and a few services such as a café, counters for organising aircraft charters and a pilot supplies shop. A few acclaimed agents offer car rental in Grand Central Airport, although it is best to pre-book this service ahead of time.

Car Hire Grand Central Airport

Driving in and around the nearest cities is best done with a rental car, as public transport is poor. A number of major routes serve the area, making it easy to enjoy a self-driving sightseeing tour. During rush hour, main routes between Johannesburg and Pretoria can become congested. Compare car hire choices online, in advance, to ensure the best deals.

Things To See and Do

The N1 highway connects the airport with Pretoria, to the north, and the M1, to the south, which leads to Johannesburg. Journeys to both cities are made easily by car. Both Johannesburg and Pretoria have much to offer, but it is perhaps their surrounding attractions that are of the biggest appeal to visitors. Local draws include the Rietvlei Nature Reserve, the Hartebeespoort Dam and the World Heritage site of the Cradle of Humankind.

Best Time To Visit

Both Pretoria and Johannesburg have similar climates, although Pretoria's summers tend to be hotter and wetter, with temperatures sometimes soaring to 39°C (Johannesburg reaches a maximum temperature of 35°C). November, December and January are the wettest months, making the dry months of April, May, August, September and October the best months in which to visit.