Cheap Car Rentals in Australia from $15
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Australia with a pick-up date of 5/9 and drop-off date of 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
Australia car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on March 20, 2025.
Most popular company | No Birds |
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Most common car type | Mini |
Average price per day | $37 |
Cheapest price per day | $15 |
What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Australia?
Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Australia, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 1,863 pickup locations in Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on March 20, 2025.
Price | $15 - $31 |
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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 March 20, 2025.
January
$36
February
$32
March
$38
April
$36
May
$30
June
$32
July
$39
August
$35
September
$33
October
$38
November
$37
December
$46
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.
Compare available car types for rental in Australia
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 March 20, 2025.
Small cars | $32 - $50 | |
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All Car Types | $47 - $66 |
To rent a small car in Australia, you would pay an average price of $38/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Australia (~$32/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~$50/day). In fact, March is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Australia, renting a small car saves you 31% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a medium car in Australia, you would pay an average price of $48/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Australia (~$39/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~$57/day). In fact, August is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Australia, renting a medium car saves you 15% 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 medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a large car in Australia, you would pay an average price of $74/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Australia (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$96/day). In fact, March is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Australia, renting a large car is 25% 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 large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a SUV in Australia, you would pay an average price of $55/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Australia (~$48/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~$67/day). In fact, March is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Australia, renting a SUV saves you 0% 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 SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a van in Australia, you would pay an average price of $84/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a van in Australia (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$99/day). In fact, May is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Australia, renting a van is 35% 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 van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a pickup truck in Australia, you would pay an average price of $71/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Australia (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$90/day). In fact, March is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Australia, renting a pickup truck is 22% 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 pickup truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a luxury car in Australia, you would pay an average price of $86/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Australia (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$110/day). In fact, November is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Australia, renting a luxury car is 35% 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 rent a convertible in Australia, you would pay an average price of $147/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Australia (~$174/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~$277/day). In fact, November is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Australia, renting a convertible is 62% 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 Australia
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Australia. Reviews were last updated on March 20, 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Australia, including those serving the Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.
Thrifty
Firefly
Hertz
keddy by Europcar
Sunnycars
Avis
Budget
Sixt
Best Australia car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Australia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Australia with an average daily rate of $30. Data was last updated on March 20, 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car rentals in Australia, including options within a close proximity to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on March 20, 2025.
Which car rental 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 rental car companies in Australia.
What is the most popular car rental provider in Australia?
When renting a car in Australia, the most popular provider of rental cars among Cheapflights users is Thrifty, and with prices around $62/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Thrifty is ECONOMY, which starts as low as $18/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Australia?
When visiting Australia, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Coolangatta where rental cars typically will cost around $27/day (46% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Australia was found in Coolangatta for just $17/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Australia?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Australia.
Small car rentals in Australia
Find small car rental deals in Australia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Australia cost an average of $18 per day. Price data was last updated on March 20, 2025.
Car rentals by fuel type in Australia
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Australia. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Australia. Deals were last updated on March 20, 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($20+).
Electric
$28+
Gas/Diesel
$23+
Hybrid
$20+