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Cheap Car Hire in South Wharf, Melbourne from R581

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 South Wharf with a pick-up date of 4/5 and drop-off date of 11/5. 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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South Wharf, Melbourne car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South Wharf. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2026.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

SUV

Average price per day

R1 186

Cheapest price per day

R581
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Best South Wharf, Melbourne car hire deals

Browse through the best deals we’ve found on South Wharf car hire deals at this time. Deals are sourced from providers and were last updated on 27 April 2026.
Renault DusterR633/day
4
M
A/C
Renault Duster
Found 04/27/26
Hyundai i10R598/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Found 04/27/26
Renault SanderoR581/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Found 04/27/26

Cheapflights insights for South Wharf car hires

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How far in advance should I hire a car in South Wharf?

Book your car hire in South Wharf 38 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R727/day on average when booked 38 days ahead, which saves you 1 208% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in South Wharf?

In South Wharf, the most affordable car hire company right now is Thrifty, offering prices from just R557,04/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Budget, with rates starting at R580,17/day.

What is the best car rental company in South Wharf?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in South Wharf is Budget (rated 8.6/10 with 2 reviews). Hertz (rated 8.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Budget
Budget
8.6
Hertz
Hertz
8.5
Dollar
Dollar
8.0
Sixt
Sixt
7.2

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Wharf?

The cheapest month to hire a car in South Wharf is June, when you can expect to pay R644/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in South Wharf is February (R1 239/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

R942

February

R1 239

March

R991

April

R991

May

R826

June

R644

July

R892

August

R842

September

R743

October

R909

November

R809

December

R1 173

Which car hire company has the most locations in South Wharf?

Thrifty has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations in South Wharf at 1.

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Top rental agencies in South Wharf, Melbourne

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in South Wharf, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

Budget

8,6
Very Good
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,3

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,2

Hertz

1 location
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Cleanliness

9,7

Comfort

9,2

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

8,0

Dollar

1 location
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Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,5

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

7,0

Sixt

7,2
Good
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,9

Alamo

1 location
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Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

7,3

Thrifty

6,5
Okay
3 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,8

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

6,7

Europcar

1 location
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Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,4

Avis

1 location
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,6

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

6,6

South Wharf Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Wharf, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2026.

  • Can I rent a car for a month at South Wharf?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month at South Wharf.

  • What is the cheapest rental car in South Wharf, Melbourne?

    A Suzuki Swift, for R578 per day on average, is the cheapest rental car in South Wharf, Melbourne. This price is 3% cheaper than other rental cars in South Wharf.

  • How much is a rental car in South Wharf, Melbourne?

    At the moment, rental cars cost R578/day on average in South Wharf, Melbourne. Recently, users have found prices as low as R581/day.

Car hires by fuel type in South Wharf

Browse car hires by fuel type in South Wharf. Deals were last updated on 27 April 2026.
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Hybrid

R47+

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