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Cheap Car Hire in Melbourne from R436

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 Melbourne with a pick-up date of 1/3 and drop-off date of 31/3. 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 21 February 2025.

January

R737

February

R792

March

R940

April

R792

May

R663

June

R737

July

R792

August

R718

September

R737

October

R737

November

R737

December

R1 032

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Melbourne 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 Melbourne

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Melbourne and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 February 2025.

In Melbourne, there are 132 active hire locations from 50 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Melbourne in the past week - currently priced from R436/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

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 21 February 2025.

Small cars

R348 - R1 055

All Car Types

R469 - R1 156

To hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of R474/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia (~R348/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 055/day). In fact, September is about 27% 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 40% 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 Melbourne small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of R678/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Melbourne, Australia (~R356/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 092/day). In fact, April is about 48% 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 14% 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 Melbourne medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of R976/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Melbourne, Australia (~R751/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R4 017/day). In fact, December is about 24% 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 is 21% 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 Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of R790/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Melbourne, Australia (~R468/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 442/day). In fact, January is about 41% 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 is 2% 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 Melbourne SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia PicantoR436/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Ford FiestaR463/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Toyota Corolla QuestR536/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 21 February 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Melbourne, including Firefly, Dollar and Budget in Melbourne. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Firefly

7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Dollar

10,0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

8,0

Budget

8,6
Very Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,3

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,2

Hertz

8,5
Very Good
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,7

Comfort

9,2

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

8,0

Thrifty

6,7
Okay
8 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

6,9

Europcar

6,6
Okay
11 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

7,0

East Coast Car Rentals

6,5
Okay
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

6,2

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,2

Avis

6,4
Okay
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,4

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

6,4

Best Melbourne car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Melbourne. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Melbourne with an average daily rate of R551. Data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Melbourne. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Kia PicantoR436/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Ford FiestaR463/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Ford EcoSportR475/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Melbourne?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Melbourne from the following companies over the past two weeks: Big Boy Car Rentals (R436/day), Bargain Car Rentals (R463/day), and Simba Car Hire (R498/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Melbourne?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Dollar (10,0 rating), EverythingFleet (10,0 rating) and Firefly (10,0 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 R19,91/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R896 and R1 294 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Bargain Car Rentals is one of the most popular car hire companies in Melbourne, offering car hire for around R5 249 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 22% on a hire car in Melbourne. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 30 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.

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

    R750 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Melbourne, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Melbourne, then opt for a Mini hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of March, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R0/day.

  • 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.

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 033 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Kia PicantoR436/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoR463/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Chevrolet SparkR497/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

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 21 February 2025.

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 (R22+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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