Australia

Cheap Car Hire in Australia from R319

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Australia with a pick-up date of 3/5 and drop-off date of 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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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 27 April 2026.

Most popular company

Simba Car Hire

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R584

Cheapest price per day

R319

Popular car types in Australia

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Australia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 27 April 2026.

There are 121 hire agencies servicing Australia. These agencies, altogether, have 3 332 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Australia with prices from R319 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Australia:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

R1 193+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 668+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Australia by type

Here are the best Australia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Australia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Australia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20R319/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota Corolla QuestR446/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Nissan MicraR531/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Micra

Best car hire deals found in Australia

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Australia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Australia with an average daily rate of R750. Data was last updated on 27 April 2026.
Hyundai i20R319/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Volkswagen T-ROCR446/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen T-ROC
Nissan MicraR446/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Micra

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 R794/day – about 1 414% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia?

Looking to hire a car in Australia? SafeDrive Car Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R261,34/day. Alpha also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R522,02/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 R758 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 013. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R849

February

R904

March

R876

April

R916

May

R765

June

R758

July

R901

August

R832

September

R839

October

R884

November

R837

December

R1 013

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 Full-size cars (Toyota Tarago or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Australia?

Thrifty has 342 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Firefly has the second-highest number of locations in Australia at 293.

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 1 492 pickup locations in Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2026.

If you're looking for the best car hire deals in Australia, start with Hobart, where rates average R213/day. You can also find good prices in Brisbane (R311/day), Adelaide (R326/day), and Melbourne (R362/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 27 April 2026.

Budget

8,3
Very Good
135 reviews170 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

7,8

Sixt

8,1
Very Good
182 reviews170 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

8,0

Europcar

7,3
Good
111 reviews152 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,3

Avis

8,2
Very Good
58 reviews181 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,0

Thrifty

8,1
Very Good
69 reviews342 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

7,9

Hertz

7,7
Good
93 reviews284 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,9
Good
27 reviews63 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,6

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

7,9

Dollar

7,4
Good
17 reviews130 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Australia?

    With an average price of R285/day, SafeDrive Car Rentals is the most popular car hire provider in Australia, booking 64% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Australia?

    At R213/day, it is 62% cheaper on average to rent a car in Hobart than any other city in Australia. The cheapest price found in Australia was for R201/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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