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 72 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R486/day on average when booked 72 days ahead, which saves you 1 026% off the 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 Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Hertz (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 R677. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging R781 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 R677. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging R781 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
R781
February
R695
March
R747
April
R781
May
R764
June
R747
July
R764
August
R764
September
R764
October
R781
November
R677
December
R729
What car do most people hire in Wollongong?
Intermediate cars (Class Full-size Truck or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Wollongong. Passenger van cars (Class Special Van or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Class Full-size SUV 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 13 September 2025.
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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 13 September 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.