Brisbane

Cheap Car Hire in Brisbane from R497

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Brisbane with a pick-up date of 24/5 and drop-off date of 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Brisbane car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Brisbane. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2026.

Most popular company

SIMBACARHIRE

Price of petrol per litre

R24,54

Average price per day

R454

Cheapest price per day

R497

Popular car types in Brisbane

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Brisbane and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 April 2026.

There are currently 110 hire locations operating in Brisbane spread across 47 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Brisbane is small car at R497 a day. Below are all the 2 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare car hire deals in Brisbane by type

Here are the best Brisbane small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Brisbane SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Renault SanderoR497/day
4
M
A/C
Renault Sandero

Best car hire deals found in Brisbane

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Brisbane. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Brisbane with an average daily rate of R682. Data was last updated on 15 April 2026.
Renault SanderoR497/day
4
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Hyundai CretaR649/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Creta
Hyundai TucsonR902/day
5
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Tucson

Cheapflights insights for Brisbane car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Brisbane, book about 8 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R523, which is about 1 298% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Brisbane?

In Brisbane, the most affordable car hire company right now is Big Boy Car Rentals, offering prices from just R297,39/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is SafeDrive Car Rentals, with rates starting at R390,79/day.

What is the best car rental company in Brisbane?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Brisbane is Ace Rental Cars (rated 9.1/10 with 5 reviews). Budget (rated 8.9/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Brisbane is May, when you can expect to pay R458/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Brisbane is December (R834/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

R556

February

R573

March

R556

April

R785

May

R458

June

R474

July

R720

August

R573

September

R654

October

R622

November

R540

December

R834

What car do most people hire in Brisbane?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Brisbane are the following: Full-size cars (Toyota Tarago or similar), Passenger van cars (Toyota Tarago or similar), and Mini cars (MG 3 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Brisbane?

keddy by Europcar has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second-highest number of locations in Brisbane at 7.

Top rental agencies in Brisbane

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Brisbane known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Brisbane. Reviews were last updated on 15 April 2026.

Ace Rental Cars

9,1
Wonderful
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,8

Overall

9,1

Pick-up/drop-off

9,3

Value

9,3

Budget

8,9
Very Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,4

Overall

8,9

Pick-up/drop-off

9,2

Value

8,1

Avis

8,5
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,5

Comfort

9,5

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

9,5

Value

9,0

Alamo

8,4
Very Good
8 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

9,1

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0
Very Good
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Dollar

7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Hertz

7,7
Good
10 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,5

Thrifty

7,6
Good
5 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,4

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,2

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Brisbane, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Brisbane?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R454/day when booking a car hire in Brisbane. The absolute best deal a user found was for R329/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Apr. 11.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Brisbane for a week from Simba Car Hire?

    Hiring a car in Brisbane for a week can be a great option for travel. Simba Car Hire, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R2 803/week on average.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Brisbane however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Brisbane for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Brisbane is R12 013 (R400/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Brisbane for a weekend?

    It costs R383 for a weekend car hire in Brisbane, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Compact as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Brisbane in May, prices are R2 949 per day on average.

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