Melbourne

Cheap Car Rentals in Melbourne from HK$165

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 21-11 and drop-off date of 29-11. 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 2 September 2025.

Most popular company

BARGAINCAR

Price of petrol per litre

HK$8.03

Average price per day

HK$392

Cheapest price per day

HK$165

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 2 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 small car at HK$165 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

HK$165+

Compact

Compact

HK$221+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$179+

SUV

SUV

HK$325+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$383+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$364+

Mini

Mini

HK$195+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$387+

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:

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

BYD e6HK$165/day
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BYD e6
Honda FitHK$221/day
4
5
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A/C
Honda Fit

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$281. Data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
BYD e6HK$165/day
2
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A/C
BYD e6
Toyota CamryHK$179/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry
Volkswagen GolfHK$221/day
4
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A/C
Volkswagen Golf

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 28 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$288/day – about 604% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Melbourne?

Big Boy Car Rentals is currently the cheapest car hire company in Melbourne with deals as low as HK$118.88/day found in the past two weeks. Cheaper Car Rentals is another inexpensive option with rates as low as HK$143.05/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.

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$444/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$312

February

HK$273

March

HK$335

April

HK$366

May

HK$249

June

HK$273

July

HK$335

August

HK$312

September

HK$304

October

HK$312

November

HK$312

December

HK$444

What car do most people rent in Melbourne?

SUV cars (Mazda CX-3, for example) are the most popular in Melbourne. Passenger van (Kia Carnival) and Full-size (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 2 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

8.6
Very Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Hertz

8.5
Very Good
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Europcar

6.7
Okay
13 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

East Coast Car Rentals

6.5
Okay
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.2

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.2

Thrifty

6.3
Okay
6 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.5

Avis

5.1
Fair
4 reviews5 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 2 September 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Melbourne?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$392/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$234/day from Big Boy Car Rentals, booked on Aug. 24.

  • 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$3,128 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$13,407, with the average price for a rental being around HK$447 a day. Book with Big Boy Car Rentals, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 74% 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$314. Hiring a Economy 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$590/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 2 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$22+).

Electric

Electric

HK$35+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$25+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$22+

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