Cheap Car Hire in Australia from R298
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 Australia with a pick-up date of 25/3 and drop-off date of 2/4. 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.
Australia car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2025.
Most popular company | Simba Car Hire |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Full-size |
Average price per day | R331 |
Cheapest price per day | R298 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Australia?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Australia 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 19 March 2025.
January
R653
February
R580
March
R689
April
R653
May
R544
June
R580
July
R707
August
R635
September
R598
October
R689
November
R671
December
R834
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Australia is May. 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.
Popular car types in Australia
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Australia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 March 2025.
There are 100 hire agencies servicing Australia. These agencies, altogether, have 3 289 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Australia with prices from R298 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Australia:
Economy
R298+
Compact
R377+
Intermediate
R320+
Standard
R1 383+
Full-size
R895+
SUV
R551+
People carrier
R1 589+
Full-size SUV
R710+
Compare available car types for rental in Australia
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Australia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2025.
Small cars | R335 - R664 | |
|---|---|---|
All Car Types | R469 - R972 |
To hire a small car in Australia, you would pay an average price of R466/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Australia (~R335/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R664/day). In fact, September is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Australia, renting a small car saves you 32% 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. Here are the best Australia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Australia, you would pay an average price of R685/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Australia (~R387/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R1 671/day). In fact, February is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Australia, renting a medium car is 1% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Australia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Australia, you would pay an average price of R530/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Australia (~R661/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R1 187/day). In fact, June is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Australia, renting a large car saves you 23% 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 Australia, you would pay an average price of R830/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Australia (~R380/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R1 496/day). In fact, February is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Australia, renting a SUV is 18% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Australia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Australia
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Australia. Reviews were last updated on 19 March 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hiring agencies serving Australia, including those serving the Sydney, Perth and Brisbane area. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.
Thrifty
Firefly
Hertz
keddy by Europcar
Sunnycars
Avis
Budget
Sixt
Best Australia car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Australia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Australia with an average daily rate of R765. Data was last updated on 19 March 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in Australia, including locations near Sydney, Perth and Brisbane. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car hire options.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Australia?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, MINI Car Rentals (10,0 rating), YesDrive Car Rental (10,0 rating) and Fox (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Australia.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Australia?
With an average price of R335/day, Simba Car Hire is the most popular car hire provider in Australia, booking 223% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Australia?
At R331/day, it is 0% cheaper on average to rent a car in Sydney than any other city in Australia. The cheapest price found in Australia was for R331/day in Sydney.
What side of the road do you drive on in Australia?
In Australia, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.
Small car hires in Australia
Find small car hire deals in Australia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Australia cost an average of R808 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2025.
Van hires in Australia
Find people carrier hire deals in Australia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Australia cost an average of R984 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for van hires within the Australia area, including pickup locations near Sydney, Perth and Brisbane. To find more great van hire deals, make sure to check back soon.
Car hires by fuel type in Australia
Browse car hires by fuel type in Australia. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Australia. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R23+).
Electric
R30+
Hybrid
R32+
Petrol/Diesel
R23+