Australia

Cheap Car Rentals in Australia from Rp 351,617

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 16/3 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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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 9 March 2026.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

Rp 954,031

Cheapest price per day

Rp 351,617

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 9 March 2026.

At Rp 351,617/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, 3,345 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Rp 441,679+

Compact

Compact

Rp 351,955+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 387,845+

Full-size

Full-size

Rp 802,268+

SUV

SUV

Rp 510,919+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 787,202+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 842,221+

Mini

Mini

Rp 351,617+

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:

Toyota AgyaRp 351,617/day
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A/C
Toyota Agya
Toyota CorollaRp 351,955/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota AgyaRp 423,565/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Agya

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 865,623. Data was last updated on 9 March 2026.
Toyota AgyaRp 351,617/day
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Toyota Agya
Toyota CorollaRp 351,955/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota AgyaRp 423,565/day
2
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Toyota Agya

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 701,616/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 1,604,610% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia?

In Australia, the most affordable car hire company right now is EverythingFleet, offering prices from just Rp 388,691.38/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Alpha, with rates starting at Rp 518,198.75/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 648,948. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 931,099 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 648,948. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 931,099 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 739,236

February

Rp 746,760

March

Rp 718,545

April

Rp 840,810

May

Rp 648,948

June

Rp 656,472

July

Rp 774,975

August

Rp 680,925

September

Rp 711,021

October

Rp 742,998

November

Rp 690,330

December

Rp 931,099

What car do most people hire in Australia?

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

Which car hire company has the most locations in Australia?

Thrifty has 343 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 1.494 pickup locations in Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 March 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Australia, Melbourne offers the lowest average rental price at just Rp 481,971/day. Other affordable options include Sydney (Rp 495,683/day), Brisbane (Rp 869,138/day), and Perth (Rp 1,326,054/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 9 March 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

7.4
Good
110 reviews152 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

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 reviews343 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.7
Good
93 reviews284 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

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 reviews132 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 9 March 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Australia?

    With an average price of Rp 1,023,362/day, East Coast Car Rentals is the most popular car hire provider in Australia, booking 165% 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 Brisbane where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 869,138/day (14% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Australia was found in Sydney for just Rp 481,632/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, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Australia. Deals were last updated on 9 March 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (Rp 21+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 37+

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 29+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 21+

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