Melbourne car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Melbourne. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 31 August 2025.
Most popular company | SIMBACARHIRE |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | R18,86 |
Average price per day | R418 |
Cheapest price per day | R396 |
Cheapflights insights for Melbourne car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Melbourne, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Melbourne?
Book your car hire in Melbourne 28 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R652/day on average when booked 28 days ahead, which saves you 1 493% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Melbourne?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Melbourne is Firefly (rated 10.0/10). Dollar (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Melbourne?
At Melbourne, the best time to hire a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just R564. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging R1 005 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Melbourne, the best time to hire a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just R564. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging R1 005 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
R705
February
R617
March
R758
April
R828
May
R564
June
R617
July
R758
August
R705
September
R687
October
R705
November
R705
December
R1 005
Which car hire company has the most locations in Melbourne?
Both Sunnycars and Thrifty have 8 locations in Melbourne, more than any other car hire company in the area.
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 31 August 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 31 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Melbourne?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R418/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for R396/day from Simba Car Hire, booked on Aug. 24.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Melbourne for a week from Simba Car Hire?
Simba Car Hire is one of the most popular car hire companies in Melbourne, offering car hire for around R2 925 per week on average.
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.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Melbourne for a month?
Our recent data shows that Simba Car Hire can potentially be 9% below the average car hire price in Melbourne. Check prices and availability for Simba Car Hire and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Melbourne is on average R12 537 a month or R418 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Melbourne car hire.