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Cheap Car Rentals in Australia from Rp 220,146

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 2/8 and drop-off date of 14/8. 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 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 8 July 2025.

Most popular company

Bargain Car Rentals

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

Rp 589,755

Cheapest price per day

Rp 220,146

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 8 July 2025.

At Rp 220,146/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Australia in the past week. Out of 104 car hire agencies operating in Australia, there are, in total, 3,287 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Rp 261,089+

Compact

Compact

Rp 260,439+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 284,972+

Full-size

Full-size

Rp 783,103+

SUV

SUV

Rp 469,212+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 893,420+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 768,481+

Mini

Mini

Rp 220,146+

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 large 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:

Toyota AgyaRp 220,146/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Agya
Toyota AgyaRp 236,718/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Agya
Hyundai i20Rp 260,439/day
4
M
A/C
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 632,188. Data was last updated on 8 July 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in Australia including options serving Melbourne, Coolangatta and Perth. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Toyota AgyaRp 220,146/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Agya
Toyota AgyaRp 236,718/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Agya
Hyundai i20Rp 260,439/day
4
M
A/C
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 620,634/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 1,506,986% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia?

In Australia, the most affordable car hire company right now is Bargain Car Rentals, offering prices from just Rp 169,618.20/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Simba Car Hire, with rates starting at Rp 174,329.81/day.

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

At Australia, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just Rp 568,643. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 844,842 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 February, with an average daily rate of just Rp 568,643. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 844,842 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 645,004

February

Rp 568,643

March

Rp 614,135

April

Rp 771,730

May

Rp 593,014

June

Rp 632,007

July

Rp 742,486

August

Rp 633,631

September

Rp 662,876

October

Rp 675,873

November

Rp 645,004

December

Rp 844,842

What car do most people hire in Australia?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Australia are the following: SUV cars (Class Standard SUV or similar), Standard cars (Class Standard SUV or similar), and Compact cars (Hyundai Accent or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Australia?

Thrifty has 347 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Firefly has the second-highest number of locations in Australia at 290.

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 1,487 pickup locations in Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 July 2025.

Among the most popular cities in Australia, Adelaide offers the lowest average rental price at just Rp 187,327/day. Other affordable options include Sydney (Rp 228,432/day), Melbourne (Rp 261,901/day), and Perth (Rp 393,826/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 8 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Australia, including those serving the greater Melbourne, Coolangatta and Perth area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Budget

8.5
Very Good
123 reviews167 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.9

Sixt

8.4
Very Good
178 reviews170 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.2

Europcar

7.7
Good
106 reviews152 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.6

Avis

8.3
Very Good
60 reviews179 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Thrifty

8.2
Very Good
66 reviews347 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.6
Good
91 reviews276 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
27 reviews63 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

8.0

Dollar

6.8
Okay
12 reviews133 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 July 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Australia?

    With an average price of Rp 202,816/day, Simba Car Hire is the most popular car hire provider in Australia, booking 119% 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 Adelaide where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 187,327/day (72% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Australia was found in Adelaide for just Rp 186,515/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 8 July 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 (Rp 22+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 35+

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 22+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 24+

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