Cheapflights insights for East Melbourne car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in East Melbourne, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in East Melbourne?
Book your car hire in East Melbourne 66 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R479/day on average when booked 66 days ahead, which saves you 1 172% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in East Melbourne?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in East Melbourne is Dollar (rated 10.0/10). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in East Melbourne?
Planning to hire a car in East Melbourne? September is the cheapest month, costing about R586 per day. In contrast, June is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 083. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R621
February
R781
March
R675
April
R604
May
R604
June
R1 083
July
R604
August
R621
September
R586
October
R604
November
R586
December
R657
Which car hire company has the most locations in East Melbourne?
GREEN MOTION has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alpha has the second-highest number of locations in East Melbourne at 1.
Top rental agencies in East Melbourne, Melbourne
Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in East Melbourne, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.
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East Melbourne Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in East Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month at East Melbourne?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month at East Melbourne.