Australia

Cheap Car Rentals in Australia from Rp 411,105

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 15/4 and drop-off date of 23/4. 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.
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Australia car rentals in 2026

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 5 April 2026.

Most popular company

Bargain Car Rentals

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

Rp 835,551

Cheapest price per day

Rp 411,105

Popular car types in Australia

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Australia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 5 April 2026.

At Rp 411,105/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Australia in the past week. Out of 121 car hire agencies operating in Australia, there are, in total, 3,330 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Rp 412,464+

Compact

Compact

Rp 411,105+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 451,859+

Full-size

Full-size

Rp 925,624+

SUV

SUV

Rp 632,875+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 1,004,755+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 769,231+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 916,794+

Compare car rental deals in Australia by type

Here are the best Australia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Australia van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20Rp 411,105/day
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Hyundai i20

Best car rental deals found in Australia

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 Rp 800,145. Data was last updated on 5 April 2026.
Hyundai i20Rp 411,105/day
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Hyundai i20
Toyota CorollaRp 500,764/day
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Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i20Rp 511,971/day
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Hyundai i20

Cheapflights insights for Australia car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Australia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Australia?

Book your car hire in Australia 8 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 709,421/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 1,611,201% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia?

In Australia, the most affordable car hire company right now is SafeDrive Car Rentals, offering prices from just Rp 296,824.59/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is East Coast Car Rentals, with rates starting at Rp 352,691.47/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Australia?

At Australia, the best time to rent a car is at May, with an average daily rate of just Rp 656,591. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 937,718 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Australia, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just Rp 656,591. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 937,718 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

Rp 741,495

February

Rp 752,816

March

Rp 756,590

April

Rp 847,154

May

Rp 656,591

June

Rp 662,252

July

Rp 779,231

August

Rp 684,893

September

Rp 711,307

October

Rp 747,156

November

Rp 694,327

December

Rp 937,718

What car do most people hire in Australia?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Australia are the following: Passenger van cars (Kia Carnival or similar), Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), and Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Australia?

Thrifty has 342 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Firefly has the second-highest number of locations in Australia at 293.

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 1.491 pickup locations in Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 April 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Australia, Adelaide offers the lowest average rental price at just Rp 312,956/day. Other affordable options include Melbourne (Rp 361,012/day), Hobart (Rp 384,955/day), and Coolangatta (Rp 390,049/day).

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 5 April 2026.

Budget

8.4
Very Good
133 reviews170 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.8

Sixt

8.1
Very Good
182 reviews169 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Europcar

7.3
Good
111 reviews152 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.3

Avis

8.2
Very Good
59 reviews181 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

Thrifty

8.2
Very Good
69 reviews342 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.7
Good
94 reviews284 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
27 reviews63 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.9

Dollar

7.4
Good
17 reviews130 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 April 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Australia?

    With an average price of Rp 528,613/day, Bargain Car Rentals is the most popular car hire provider in Australia, booking 112% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • 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 Rp 413,030/day (63% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Australia was found in Coolangatta for just Rp 278,146/day.

  • 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.

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 5 April 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (Rp 25+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 42+

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 25+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 27+

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