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Cheap Car Hire in Australia

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Australia car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 June 2026.

Most popular company

Simba Car Hire

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R537

Cheapest price per day

R199

Cheapflights insights for Australia car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Australia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Australia?

For the best savings on car hire in Australia, make your reservation 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just R786/day – about 1 422% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia?

Looking to hire a car in Australia? Big Boy Car Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R20,78/day. Ace Rental Cars also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R42,87/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Australia?

Planning to hire a car in Australia? June is the cheapest month, costing about R751 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R990. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R825

February

R871

March

R859

April

R865

May

R782

June

R751

July

R886

August

R807

September

R809

October

R850

November

R831

December

R990

What car do most people hire in Australia?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Australia are the following: Economy cars (MG 3 or similar), Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), and Passenger van cars (Toyota Tarago or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Australia?

MINI Car Rentals has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Australia at 181.

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Australia?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Australia, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 246 pickup locations in Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 June 2026.

If you're looking for the best car hire deals in Australia, start with Hobart, where rates average R211/day. You can also find good prices in Brisbane (R308/day), Adelaide (R324/day), and Melbourne (R359/day).

Top rental agencies in Australia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Australia. Reviews were last updated on 5 June 2026.

Avis

8,3
Very Good
55 reviews181 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,0

MINI Car Rentals

2 locations

No Birds

8 locations

CarHood

3 locations

National

39 locations

Distinqt Car Hire

8 locations

Tiger Car Rental

4 locations

Got2go Car Hire

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Australia?

    At R211/day, it is 60% cheaper on average to rent a car in Hobart than any other city in Australia. The cheapest price found in Australia was for R199/day in Hobart.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Australia?

    In Australia, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.

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