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Cheap Car Rentals in Melbourne from HK$174
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 Melbourne with a pick-up date of 27-9 and drop-off date of 30-9. 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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Melbourne car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Melbourne. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 September 2025.
Most popular company | THRIFTY |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | HK$8.40 |
Average price per day | HK$466 |
Cheapest price per day | HK$174 |
Popular car types in Melbourne
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Melbourne and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 16 September 2025.
There are currently 127 hire locations operating in Melbourne spread across 53 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Melbourne is medium car at HK$174 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
HK$188+
Compact
HK$230+
Intermediate
HK$174+
Full-size
HK$478+
SUV
HK$298+
People carrier
HK$380+
Full-size SUV
HK$332+
Mini
HK$173+
Compare car rental deals in Melbourne by type
Here are the best Melbourne small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Melbourne medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
BYD e6HK$188/day
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Honda FitHK$230/day
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Best car rental deals found in Melbourne
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Melbourne. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Melbourne with an average daily rate of HK$259. Data was last updated on 16 September 2025.
Toyota CamryHK$174/day
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BYD e6HK$188/day
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Volkswagen GolfHK$230/day
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Cheapflights insights for Melbourne car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Melbourne, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Melbourne?
For the best savings on car rentals in Melbourne, make your reservation 85 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$296/day – about 620% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Melbourne?
Advance Car And Truck Rental is currently the cheapest car hire company in Melbourne with deals as low as HK$191.96/day found in the past two weeks. Simba Car Hire is another inexpensive option with rates as low as HK$197.71/day.
What is the best car rental company in Melbourne?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Melbourne is Firefly (rated 10.0/10). Dollar (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Firefly
10.0
Dollar
10.0
Budget
8.6
Hertz
8.5
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Melbourne?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Melbourne is May, when you can expect to pay HK$249/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Melbourne is December (HK$443/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$311
February
HK$272
March
HK$334
April
HK$366
May
HK$249
June
HK$272
July
HK$334
August
HK$311
September
HK$311
October
HK$311
November
HK$311
December
HK$443
What car do most people rent in Melbourne?
Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla, for example) are the most popular in Melbourne. Full-size (Kia Carnival) and Passenger van (Kia Carnival) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Melbourne.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Melbourne?
Both Sunnycars and Thrifty have 8 locations in Melbourne, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Melbourne
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Melbourne known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Melbourne. Reviews were last updated on 16 September 2025.
Firefly
7 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Dollar
4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.3
Value
8.0
Budget
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Overall
8.6
Pick-up/drop-off
8.5
Value
8.2
Hertz
6 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.2
Overall
8.5
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
8.0
Europcar
13 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.0
Overall
6.7
Pick-up/drop-off
7.1
Value
7.1
East Coast Car Rentals
5 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
6.2
Overall
6.5
Pick-up/drop-off
6.8
Value
6.2
Thrifty
6 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.5
Overall
6.3
Pick-up/drop-off
6.8
Value
6.5
Avis
4 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
6.8
Overall
5.1
Pick-up/drop-off
5.7
Value
6.0
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Melbourne?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$466/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$268/day from Alpha, booked on Sep. 14.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Melbourne for a week from Thrifty?
From Thrifty you can hire a car in Melbourne from about HK$3,657 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Melbourne?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Melbourne for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Melbourne for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Melbourne can be found for about HK$15,673, with the average price for a rental being around HK$522 a day. Book with Alpha, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 72% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Melbourne.
How much is a car hire in Melbourne for a weekend?
The average price for a weekend car hire in Melbourne is HK$400. Hiring a Mini is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Melbourne. For the month of October, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Melbourne for as low as HK$419/day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Melbourne
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Melbourne. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Melbourne. Deals were last updated on 16 September 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Melbourne. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (HK$24+).
Electric
HK$31+
Hybrid
HK$28+
Petrol/Diesel
HK$24+