Melbourne

Cheap Car Hire in Melbourne

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
May 4 — May 11
Driver's age: 26-65
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Melbourne?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Melbourne and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

January

R718

February

R831

March

R982

April

R888

May

R756

June

R793

July

R850

August

R812

September

R774

October

R812

November

R812

December

R1 077

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Melbourne is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Melbourne

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Melbourne to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Small cars

R364 - R1 037

All Car Types

R576 - R1 176

To hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of R621/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia (~R364/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 037/day). In fact, June is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, renting a small car saves you 26% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of R692/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Melbourne, Australia (~R443/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R1 093/day). In fact, August is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, renting a medium car saves you 17% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of R725/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Melbourne, Australia (~R769/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 811/day). In fact, June is about 6% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, renting a large car saves you 14% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of R814/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Melbourne, Australia (~R649/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 589/day). In fact, April is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, renting a SUV saves you 3% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Melbourne

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Melbourne known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Melbourne. Reviews were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Melbourne, including Dollar, Ace Rental Cars and Budget in Melbourne. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Dollar

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

6,0

Ace Rental Cars

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

9,4

Overall

9,4

Pick-up/drop-off

9,4

Value

8,8

Budget

8,7
Very Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,3

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,3

Hertz

8,6
Very Good
14 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

9,2

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,2

East Coast Car Rentals

7,6
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,2

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,6

Europcar

7,2
Good
5 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,2

Thrifty

7,1
Good
9 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,4

Avis

7,1
Good
6 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,2

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Melbourne?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Dollar (10,0 rating), Ace Rental Cars (9,6 rating) and Sixt (8,5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Melbourne.

  • What are petrol prices like in Melbourne?

    The average price of petrol in Melbourne is R21,36/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R961 and R1 388 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Melbourne for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt is one of the most popular car hire companies in Melbourne, offering car hire for around R7 100 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Melbourne for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 27% on a hire car in Melbourne. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Melbourne?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Melbourne check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • What car do most people hire in Melbourne?

    The most popular car to hire while in Melbourne is the MG 3, which is a Mini vehicle.

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Car hires by fuel type in Melbourne

Browse car hires by fuel type in Melbourne. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Melbourne. Deals were last updated on 27 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Melbourne. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R52+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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