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Cheap Car Rentals in Canberra from HK$389

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 Canberra with a pick-up date of 21-5 and drop-off date of 22-5. 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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Canberra car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Canberra. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 April 2026.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

HK$11.13

Average price per day

HK$405

Cheapest price per day

HK$389

Popular car types in Canberra

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Canberra and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 April 2026.

There are, in total, 27 car hire locations in Canberra that are operated by 16 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: HK$389/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Canberra hire providers:

Compact

Compact

HK$389+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$436+

Full-size

Full-size

HK$408+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$668+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$1,079+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$416+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

HK$498+

Best car rental deals found in Canberra

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Canberra. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Canberra with an average daily rate of HK$612. Data was last updated on 21 April 2026.
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Toyota Camry
Toyota CamryHK$436/day
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Cheapflights insights for Canberra car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Canberra, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Canberra?

For the best savings on car rentals in Canberra, make your reservation 86 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$352/day – about 571% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Canberra?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Canberra is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10). Europcar (rated 9.4/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Canberra is January, when you can expect to pay HK$360/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Canberra is April (HK$470/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$360

February

HK$392

March

HK$407

April

HK$470

May

HK$462

June

HK$384

July

HK$423

August

HK$399

September

HK$384

October

HK$415

November

HK$368

December

HK$462

What car do most people rent in Canberra?

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

Which car hire company has the most locations in Canberra?

Hertz has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Thrifty has the second-highest number of locations in Canberra at 3.

Top rental agencies in Canberra

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Canberra known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Canberra. Reviews were last updated on 21 April 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Europcar

9.4
Wonderful
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

9.7

Avis

9.3
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.6

Sixt

8.4
Very Good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

East Coast Car Rentals

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

Budget

8.0
Very Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.0
Very Good
26 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.3

Hertz

7.4
Good
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Canberra, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Canberra?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$405/day when booking a car hire in Canberra. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$305/day from Thrifty, booked on Apr. 18.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Canberra for a week from Thrifty?

    From Thrifty you can hire a car in Canberra from about HK$2,834 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Canberra?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Canberra check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Canberra for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 25% on a month-long rental by booking with Thrifty. Thrifty is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Canberra can cost you on average HK$12,144 a month or HK$405 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Car rentals by fuel type in Canberra

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Canberra. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Canberra. Deals were last updated on 21 April 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Canberra. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (HK$52+).

Electric

Electric

HK$52+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$56+

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