Cheap Car Rentals in Melbourne
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Melbourne?
January
HK$327
February
HK$342
March
HK$490
April
HK$630
May
HK$428
June
HK$436
July
HK$436
August
HK$366
September
HK$404
October
HK$436
November
HK$467
December
HK$467
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Melbourne is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
There are currently 125 hire locations operating in Melbourne, Australia spread across 36 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Melbourne is Small at HK$38 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
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Small cars | HK$248 - HK$435 | |
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All Car Types | HK$403 - HK$658 |
To hire a Small car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$340/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a Small car in Melbourne, Australia (~HK$248/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$435/day). In fact, February is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Small hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a Small car saves you 32% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne Small hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a Medium car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$440/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a Medium car in Melbourne, Australia (~HK$305/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~HK$594/day). In fact, June is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Medium hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a Medium car saves you 12% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne Medium hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a Large car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$546/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a Large car in Melbourne, Australia (~HK$417/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$850/day). In fact, May is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Large hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a Large car is 10% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne Large hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$469/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV car in Melbourne, Australia (~HK$378/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~HK$667/day). In fact, August is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a SUV car saves you 6% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a Van car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$662/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a Van car in Melbourne, Australia (~HK$471/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$1,053/day). In fact, May is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Van hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a Van car is 26% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne Van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a Luxury car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$384/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a Luxury car in Melbourne, Australia (~HK$420/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~HK$928/day). In fact, November is about 0% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Luxury hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a Luxury car saves you 23% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
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Car Rental FAQs
What is the cheapest hire car found in Melbourne?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$428/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$278/day from CarHood, booked on Jul. 28.
What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Melbourne?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Melbourne from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bargain Car Rentals (HK$351/day), East Coast Car Rentals (HK$446/day), and Ace Rental Cars (HK$517/day).
Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Melbourne?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Ace Rental Cars (9.6 rating), Alpha (9.4 rating) and Hertz (8.9 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Melbourne.
What are gas prices like in Melbourne?
The average price of petrol in Melbourne is HK$8.96/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$403 and HK$582 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Melbourne for a week from Sixt?
From Sixt you can hire a car in Melbourne from about HK$4,797 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Melbourne for the best price?
Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 5% in Melbourne - we recommend booking at least 90days in advance.
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$20,559, with the average price for a rental being around HK$685 a day. Book with CarHood, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 90% 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$417. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Melbourne. For the month of January, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Melbourne for as low as HK$767/day.
What car do most people hire in Melbourne?
The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Economy (Hyundai Accent) in Melbourne, making it the most popular option.