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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Brisbane?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Brisbane 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 25 March 2025.

January

R563

February

R509

March

R600

April

R636

May

R527

June

R600

July

R709

August

R636

September

R709

October

R691

November

R600

December

R873

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Brisbane is February. 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 Brisbane

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Brisbane to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Small cars

R381 - R1 154

All Car Types

R535 - R993

To hire a small car in Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of R611/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Brisbane, Australia (~R381/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 154/day). In fact, November is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, renting a small car saves you 21% 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 Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of R631/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Brisbane, Australia (~R285/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 127/day). In fact, February is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, renting a medium car saves you 18% 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 Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of R1 025/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Brisbane, Australia (~R833/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R1 563/day). In fact, August is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, renting a large car is 26% 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.

To hire a SUV in Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of R849/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Brisbane, Australia (~R498/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 341/day). In fact, August is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, renting a SUV is 10% 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.

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 25 March 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Brisbane, including Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Budget

8,8
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,4

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

9,2

Value

8,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,4
Very Good
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,4

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

Avis

8,2
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,4

Comfort

9,4

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

9,4

Value

9,1

Apex

8,1
Very Good
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

8,1

Dollar

7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

East Coast Car Rentals

7,8
Good
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,8

Europcar

7,7
Good
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

8,7

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,7

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Brisbane, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 March 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Brisbane?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10,0 rating), Sixt (10,0 rating) and Ace Rental Cars (9,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Brisbane.

  • What are petrol prices like in Brisbane?

    The average price of petrol in Brisbane is R19,83/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R892 and R1 289 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Brisbane for a week from East Coast Car Rentals?

    Hiring a car in Brisbane for a week can be a great option for travel. East Coast Car Rentals, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R4 761/week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Brisbane it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 34%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 45 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Brisbane?

    The most popular car to hire while in Brisbane is the Mazda CX-30, which is a Compact vehicle.

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