Cheapflights insights for Wollongong car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Wollongong, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Wollongong?
Book your car hire in Wollongong 46 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R620/day on average when booked 46 days ahead, which saves you 1 304% off the usual average price.
What is the best car rental company in Wollongong?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Wollongong is Hertz (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Wollongong?
At Wollongong, the best time to hire a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just R691. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R903 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 Wollongong, the best time to hire a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just R691. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R903 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
R797
February
R709
March
R762
April
R815
May
R779
June
R815
July
R903
August
R797
September
R779
October
R797
November
R691
December
R744
What car do most people hire in Wollongong?
Passenger van cars (Class Oversize Van or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Wollongong. Full-size cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Kia Rio or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Wollongong?
Both Hertz and Thrifty have 2 locations in Wollongong, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Wollongong
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Wollongong known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Wollongong. Reviews were last updated on 11 June 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Wollongong, including Hertz, Budget and Avis. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Wollongong, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Wollongong?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Wollongong it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.