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Cheap Car Hire in Melbourne from R694

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Melbourne with a pick-up date of 16/6 and drop-off date of 18/6. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Melbourne?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Melbourne and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

January

R692

February

R801

March

R947

April

R801

May

R692

June

R765

July

R820

August

R765

September

R747

October

R783

November

R783

December

R1 038

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Melbourne is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Melbourne

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Melbourne to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Small cars

R351 - R1 115

All Car Types

R555 - R1 134

To hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of R602/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia (~R351/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 115/day). In fact, June is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, renting a small car saves you 26% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of R661/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Melbourne, Australia (~R427/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R1 054/day). In fact, August is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, renting a medium car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of R711/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Melbourne, Australia (~R741/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 746/day). In fact, June is about 4% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, renting a large car saves you 12% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of R805/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Melbourne, Australia (~R612/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 532/day). In fact, July is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, renting a SUV saves you 1% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Melbourne

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Melbourne known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Melbourne. Reviews were last updated on 16 May 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Melbourne, including Dollar, Ace Rental Cars and Budget in Melbourne. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Dollar

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

6,0

Ace Rental Cars

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

9,4

Overall

9,4

Pick-up/drop-off

9,4

Value

8,8

Budget

8,7
Very Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,3

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,3

Hertz

8,6
Very Good
14 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,7

Comfort

9,3

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,2

Avis

7,1
Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,2

East Coast Car Rentals

7,0
Good
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

6,5

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,0

Thrifty

6,9
Okay
10 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,2

Firefly

6,6
Okay
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 May 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Melbourne?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Dollar (10,0 rating), Ace Rental Cars (9,6 rating) and Budget (9,5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Melbourne.

  • What are petrol prices like in Melbourne?

    The average price of petrol in Melbourne is R21,51/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R968 and R1 398 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Melbourne for a week from Apex?

    Apex is one of the most popular car hire companies in Melbourne, offering car hire for around R5 213 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Melbourne for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 27% on a hire car in Melbourne. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Melbourne check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • What car do most people hire in Melbourne?

    The most popular car to hire while in Melbourne is the MG 3, which is a Mini vehicle.

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Small car hires in Melbourne

Find small car hire deals in Melbourne from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Melbourne cost an average of R1 045 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Chevrolet SparkR694/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet SparkR700/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Suzuki CelerioR927/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Celerio

Van hires in Melbourne

Find people carrier hire deals in Melbourne from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Melbourne cost an average of R3 179 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
In terms of van hires in Melbourne, these are some of the best options we've found at this time. If you're not finding the right deal for your van hire, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Toyota AvanzaR1 821/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR2 455/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Suzuki ErtigaR5 260/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga

Car hires by fuel type in Melbourne

Browse car hires by fuel type in Melbourne. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Melbourne. Deals were last updated on 16 May 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Melbourne. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R46+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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