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Cheap Car Hire in Western Australia 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 Western Australia with a pick-up date of 19/2 and drop-off date of 21/2. 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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Western Australia car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Western Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 January 2025.

Most common car type

Compact

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Western Australia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Western 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 20 January 2025.

January

R749

February

R768

March

R861

April

R861

May

R824

June

R861

July

R880

August

R842

September

R861

October

R880

November

R842

December

R974

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Western Australia 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.

Popular car types in Western Australia

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Western Australia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 January 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Western Australia this past week from 3 288 hire locations out of 98 hire agencies. Prices for a Western Australia small car hire start from R581/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

R2 987+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 750+

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

R2 184+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Western Australia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Western 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 20 January 2025.

Small cars

R578 - R2 046

All Car Types

R676 - R2 081

To hire a small car in Western Australia, you would pay an average price of R850/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Western Australia (~R578/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R2 046/day). In fact, February is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Western Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Western Australia, renting a small car saves you 25% 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 Western Australia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Western Australia, you would pay an average price of R916/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Western Australia (~R663/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 132/day). In fact, August is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Western Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Western Australia, 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. Here are the best Western Australia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Western Australia, you would pay an average price of R1 287/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Western Australia (~R1 170/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R2 365/day). In fact, February is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Western Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Western Australia, renting a large car is 13% 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 Western Australia, you would pay an average price of R1 178/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Western Australia (~R749/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 515/day). In fact, January is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Western Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Western Australia, renting a SUV is 4% 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 Western Australia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Western Australia, you would pay an average price of R958/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a van in Western Australia (~R795/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 162/day). In fact, December is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Western Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Western Australia, renting a van saves you 16% 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.

Kia PicantoR581/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Volkswagen Polo VivoR769/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR826/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in Western Australia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Western Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Western Australia. Reviews were last updated on 20 January 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Western Australia region, including those located within the Perth, Albany and Kalgoorlie area. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Western Australia, including locations around Perth, Albany and Kalgoorlie.

Thrifty

8,9
Very Good
1 review8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,9

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,9

Europcar

8,2
Very Good
4 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,7

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

9,4

Value

8,5

Ace Rental Cars

8,0
Very Good
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,6

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,6

Alamo

7,6
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,6

Hertz

4,6
Mediocre
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,6

Overall

4,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

4,6

Budget

2,0
Poor
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

4,0

keddy by Europcar

9 locations

City Centre Car Rentals

6 locations

Best Western Australia car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Western Australia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Western Australia with an average daily rate of R1 226. Data was last updated on 20 January 2025.
We've found these great deals on car hires in Western Australia, including options within the Perth, Albany and Kalgoorlie area. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the hire, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Kia PicantoR581/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Volkswagen Polo VivoR769/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR793/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Western Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 January 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Western Australia?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Western Australia from the following companies over the past two weeks: City Centre Car Rentals (R581/day), Europcar (R769/day), and Thrifty (R793/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Western 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 Western Australia.

  • What are petrol prices like in Western Australia?

    The average price of petrol in Western Australia is R19,86/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R894 and R1 291 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Western Australia for a week from Ace Rental Cars?

    From Ace Rental Cars you can hire a car in Western Australia from about R14 573 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Western Australia it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 33%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 87 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 Western Australia?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Western Australia for a month is certainly possible.

Small car hires in Western Australia

Find small car hire deals in Western Australia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Western Australia cost an average of R1 452 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 January 2025.
Kia PicantoR581/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoR762/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Chevrolet SparkR769/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

Car hires by fuel type in Western Australia

Browse car hires by fuel type in Western Australia. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Western Australia. Deals were last updated on 20 January 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Western Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R43+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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