Cheap Car Hire in Australia from £9
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 5/8 and drop-off date of 8/8. 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.
Australia car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 July 2025.
Most popular company | City Centre Car Rentals |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | £29 |
Cheapest price per day | £9 |
Popular car types in Australia
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Australia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 4 July 2025.
There are, in total, 3,284 car hire locations in Australia that are operated by 104 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £9/day). Explore 6 car types currently offered from Australia hire providers:
Economy
£9+
Compact
£10+
Intermediate
£10+
Standard
£21+
Full-size
£21+
SUV
£23+
People carrier
£29+
Full-size SUV
£23+
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Best car hire deals found in Australia
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Australia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Australia with an average daily rate of £18. Data was last updated on 4 July 2025.
Browse some of the deals we've come across on car hires in the Australia region, including options close to Perth, Melbourne and Sydney. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Cheapflights insights for Australia car hires
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 car hire in Australia, book about 8 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £36, which is about 34% 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 £6.41/day. Simba Car Hire also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at £7.68/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Australia?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Australia is February, when you can expect to pay £36/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Australia is December (£46/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
£37
February
£36
March
£37
April
£44
May
£37
June
£37
July
£44
August
£41
September
£40
October
£40
November
£39
December
£46
What car do most people hire in Australia?
SUV cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Australia. Compact cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Australia?
Thrifty has 347 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 hire prices for popular cities in Australia?
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Australia, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 1,488 pickup locations in Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 July 2025.
Among the most popular cities in Australia, Sydney offers the lowest average car hire price at just £12/day. Other affordable options include Melbourne (£12/day), Adelaide (£12/day), and Coolangatta (£14/day).
Top hire agencies in Australia
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Australia. Reviews were last updated on 4 July 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Australia region, including those located within the Perth, Melbourne and Sydney area. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 July 2025.
What documents do you need to bring to a car hire in Australia?
When looking for car rentals in Australia, there will be documents that you will have to produce in order to be allowed to drive in the country. You will need to bring your driving licence from your country of origin and if your driving licence is not printed in English, then you will need to get an official translation from your country's embassy. Other documents you will need include your passport and International Drivers Permit (IDP). As well as needing to be over the age of 19, you need proof that you have held your driving license for at least one year before attempting to apply at car rentals in Australia. You cannot be over the age of 75 in order to use Australian car rentals.
What are the rules for driving in Australia?
After you have chosen your car from the car rental in Australia, the next step will be moving on to the open roads of the Australian Outback. In Australia, you must drive on the left side of the road at all times. The speed limit in Australia depends on where you are; on international roads, the speed limit will be 120 km/h and in cities and towns, the speed limit will either be 30 km/h or 60 km/h. The alcohol driving limit in Australia is extremely low, allowing only 0.05% alcohol blood content, this makes drinking and driving a very big risk in the country and the penalties for disobeying the law can be rather severe. All passengers in the vehicle will need to wear seat belts at all times while in a moving vehicle. Another important thing to remember would be that parking your car in a direction that faces oncoming traffic is illegal in Australia and if caught doing so you will receive a very hefty fine.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Australia?
The type of rental cars in Australia that you will need, will completely depend on what you are planning to do in the country. If you are only planning on staying in the major cities of the country and not travelling very far then a normal economy range car will be perfect for your stay, If you are otherwise planning on travelling between cities or into the Australian Outback, then you may need a stronger vehicle that wont overheat while driving in the hot Australian sun. If you intend to take your car into very remote regions of Australia then it would be recommended for you to get a bigger 4X4 car for your stay in Australia.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Australia?
The most popular car hire company at Australia is Simba Car Hire. With prices on MINI starting at £8/day about 119% more people book with Simba Car Hire than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Australia?
At £10/day, the cheapest car hire price in Australia was found in Surfers Paradise. On average, Surfers Paradise has the cheapest daily rental car price (£10/day), which is 80% 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 hires by fuel type in Australia
Browse car hires by fuel type in Australia. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Australia. Deals were last updated on 4 July 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£14+).
Electric
£21+
Hybrid
£14+
Petrol/Diesel
£15+