Cheap Car Hire in Australia from R241
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 15/8 and drop-off date of 22/8. 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.
Australia car hires in 2025
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 16 July 2025.
Most popular company | Simba Car Hire |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | R597 |
Cheapest price per day | R241 |
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 16 July 2025.
There are 104 hire agencies servicing Australia. These agencies, altogether, have 3 285 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Australia with prices from R241 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Australia:
Economy
R403+
Compact
R260+
Intermediate
R453+
Full-size
R704+
SUV
R832+
People carrier
R809+
Full-size SUV
R844+
Mini
R306+
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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 R697. Data was last updated on 16 July 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in Australia, including locations near Perth, Brisbane and Sydney. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car hire options.
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 R776/day – about 1 531% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia?
Looking to hire a car in Australia? YesDrive Car Rental had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R237,44/day. Simba Car Hire also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R295,68/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Australia?
Planning to hire a car in Australia? February is the cheapest month, costing about R734 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R977. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R778
February
R734
March
R808
April
R924
May
R779
June
R801
July
R957
August
R869
September
R858
October
R863
November
R856
December
R977
What car do most people hire in Australia?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Australia are the following: SUV cars (Class Premium SUV or similar), Intermediate cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar), and Full-size cars (Toyota Camry or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Australia?
Thrifty has 347 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Firefly has the second-highest number of locations in Australia at 290.
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 16 July 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hiring agencies serving Australia, including those serving the Perth, Brisbane and Sydney area. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 July 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Australia?
With an average price of R383/day, Simba Car Hire is the most popular car hire provider in Australia, booking 118% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Australia?
At R597/day, it is 0% cheaper on average to rent a car in Sydney than any other city in Australia. The cheapest price found in Australia was for R384/day in Sydney.
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.
Car hires by fuel type in Australia
Browse car hires by fuel type in Australia. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Australia. Deals were last updated on 16 July 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R21+).
Electric
R27+
Hybrid
R24+
Petrol/Diesel
R21+