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Cheap Car Rentals in Australia from HK$81

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 9-7 and drop-off date of 12-7. 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 30 June 2025.

Most popular company

Bargain Car Rentals

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

HK$372

Cheapest price per day

HK$81

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 30 June 2025.

In Australia, there are 3,285 active hire locations from 104 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Australia in the past week - currently priced from HK$81/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

HK$81+

Compact

Compact

HK$119+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$142+

Standard

Standard

HK$290+

SUV

SUV

HK$242+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$327+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$295+

Mini

Mini

HK$129+

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 medium 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:

BYD e6HK$81/day
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BYD e6
Mazda Mazda2HK$114/day
2
5
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A/C
Mazda Mazda2
Toyota CorollaHK$119/day
4
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Toyota Corolla

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 HK$328. Data was last updated on 30 June 2025.
Browse some of the deals we've come across on car rentals in the Australia region, including options close to Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
BYD e6HK$81/day
2
M
A/C
BYD e6
Mazda Mazda2HK$114/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda2
Toyota CorollaHK$119/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

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?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Australia, book about 8 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$307, which is about 612% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia?

Looking to hire a car in Australia? Bargain Car Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only HK$101.74/day. JUCY also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at HK$112.49/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Australia is February, when you can expect to pay HK$276/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Australia is December (HK$405/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

HK$340

February

HK$276

March

HK$309

April

HK$382

May

HK$286

June

HK$309

July

HK$394

August

HK$331

September

HK$347

October

HK$355

November

HK$323

December

HK$405

What car do most people rent in Australia?

SUV cars (Kia Sportage, for example) are the most popular in Australia. Standard (Kia Sportage) and Intermediate (Mitsubishi Outlander) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Australia.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Australia?

Thrifty has 349 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 1,489 pickup locations in Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 June 2025.

Out of all the popular cities in Australia, Brisbane is the cheapest city to rent a car (HK$124/day). Other popular cities in Australia to get a cheap rental car are: Sydney (HK$128/day), Melbourne (HK$154/day), and Perth (HK$165/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 30 June 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Australia, including locations near Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

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 reviews178 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 reviews349 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 reviews134 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 30 June 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Australia?

    The most popular car hire company at Australia is Bargain Car Rentals. With prices on MINI starting at HK$102/day about 305% more people book with Bargain Car Rentals than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Australia?

    At HK$210/day, the cheapest car rental price in Australia was found in Sydney. On average, Brisbane has the cheapest daily rental car price (HK$282/day), which is 22% below average price for cities in Australia.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Australia?

    Cars in Australia are to be driven 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 30 June 2025.

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 (HK$15+).

Electric

Electric

HK$26+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$20+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$15+

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