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Cheap Car Hire in Brisbane from R426

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 Brisbane with a pick-up date of 27/7 and drop-off date of 3/8. 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.
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Popular car types in Brisbane

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Brisbane and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 June 2025.

There are currently 102 hire locations operating in Brisbane spread across 41 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Brisbane is medium car at R426 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

R1 657+

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Brisbane by type

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

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

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

Citroen C3 AircrossR495/day
4
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Citroen C3 AircrossR560/day
4
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Datsun GoR575/day
2
M
A/C
Datsun Go

Best car hire deals found in Brisbane

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Brisbane. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Brisbane with an average daily rate of R707. Data was last updated on 14 June 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Brisbane. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Volkswagen T-ROCR426/day
5
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A/C
Volkswagen T-ROC
Citroen C3 AircrossR495/day
4
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Toyota Corolla QuestR560/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Cheapflights insights for Brisbane car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Brisbane, book about 49 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R538, which is about 1 430% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Brisbane?

In Brisbane, the most affordable car hire company right now is Ace Rental Cars, offering prices from just R572,24/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Bargain Car Rentals, with rates starting at R645,25/day.

What is the best car rental company in Brisbane?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Brisbane is Budget (rated 8.8/10 with 4 reviews). Avis (rated 8.5/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Brisbane is May, when you can expect to pay R466/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Brisbane is December (R861/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R556

February

R502

March

R538

April

R753

May

R466

June

R574

July

R718

August

R628

September

R700

October

R682

November

R592

December

R861

Which car hire company has the most locations in Brisbane?

keddy by Europcar has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second-highest number of locations in Brisbane at 7.

Top rental agencies in Brisbane

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Brisbane known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Brisbane. Reviews were last updated on 14 June 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Brisbane, including Budget, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Budget

8,8
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,4

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

9,2

Value

8,0

Avis

8,5
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,5

Comfort

9,5

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

9,5

Value

9,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,4
Very Good
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,4

Alamo

8,4
Very Good
8 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

9,1

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Apex

8,2
Very Good
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

8,2

Dollar

7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

East Coast Car Rentals

7,8
Good
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,8

Hertz

7,7
Good
10 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,5

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Brisbane, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Brisbane for a week from Ace Rental Cars?

    Hiring a car in Brisbane for a week can be a great option for travel. Ace Rental Cars, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R4 006/week on average.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Brisbane however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much is a car hire in Brisbane for a weekend?

    It costs R0 for a weekend car hire in Brisbane, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Intermediate as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Brisbane in July, prices are R0 per day on average.

Car hires by fuel type in Brisbane

Browse car hires by fuel type in Brisbane. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Brisbane. Deals were last updated on 14 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Brisbane. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R30+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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