Find Rentals
Insights
Agencies
FAQs
Sydney

Cheap Car Hire in Sydney

Driver's age: 26-65
Here’s why our users search for rental cars through Cheapflights

Price trackingHolding out for a great deal? Get notified when prices are reduced.

Customized resultsFilter by rental agency, car type, price range and more.

Unlimited free useSearch as many times as you want with no hidden charges or fees.

Cheapflights insights for Sydney car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Sydney, book about 8 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R545, which is about 1 401% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Sydney?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Sydney is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Thrifty (rated 8.9/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Sydney is May, when you can expect to pay R510/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sydney is December (R808/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

R632

February

R562

March

R632

April

R738

May

R510

June

R545

July

R685

August

R632

September

R580

October

R668

November

R650

December

R808

What car do most people hire in Sydney?

SUV cars (Class Premium SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Sydney. Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Sydney?

Thrifty has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second-highest number of locations in Sydney at 7.

Top rental agencies in Sydney

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Sydney known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Sydney. Reviews were last updated on 7 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Sydney, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty and Avis in Sydney. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Thrifty

8,9
Very Good
5 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,9

Pick-up/drop-off

8,7

Value

8,3

Avis

8,5
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

9,1

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,0

Budget

8,3
Very Good
9 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

7,7

JUCY

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

6,6

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,3

Value

9,3

Hertz

7,8
Good
5 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,5

Europcar

4,9
Mediocre
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,3

Overall

4,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

5,1

Dollar

4,0
Mediocre
2 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

4,0

Pick-up/drop-off

4,0

Value

4,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Sydney, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Sydney for a week from Simba Car Hire?

    From Simba Car Hire you can hire a car in Sydney from about R4 106 per week on average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Sydney.

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Airport car hires in Sydney

Hire a car at one of these airports in the Sydney area

Best Car Hire Deals

We make it easy and fast to find and compare deals from 70,000+ hire locations and hundreds of agencies.

No Surprises

Prices shown to you will be completely in full, without any hidden charges or fees.

Free Cancellation

Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book car hire on Cheapflights from agencies that offer free cancellation