Cheap Car Rentals in Australia from C$ 21
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Australia with a pick-up date of 13/7 and drop-off date of 22/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Australia car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 July 2025.
Most popular company | Simba Car Hire |
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Most common car type | Full-size |
Average price per day | C$ 53 |
Cheapest price per day | C$ 21 |
Popular car types in Australia
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Australia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 2 July 2025.
At C$ 21/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for rental in Australia in the past week. Out of 104 car rental agencies operating in Australia, there are, in total, 3,283 rental locations. View below for 6 offered car types:
Economy
C$ 21+
Compact
C$ 26+
Intermediate
C$ 24+
Full-size
C$ 139+
SUV
C$ 41+
Minivan
C$ 64+
Full-size SUV
C$ 61+
Mini
C$ 21+
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Best car rental deals found in Australia
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Australia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Australia with an average daily rate of C$ 49. Data was last updated on 2 July 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in Australia including options serving Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the rental, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Cheapflights insights for Australia car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Australia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Australia?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Australia, book about 8 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around C$ 66, which is about 31% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest rental car company in Australia?
Looking to rent a car in Australia? Bargain Car Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only C$ 14.37/day. Simba Car Hire also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at C$ 14.63/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Australia?
At Australia, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just C$ 56. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging C$ 77 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Australia, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just C$ 56. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging C$ 77 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
C$ 61
February
C$ 56
March
C$ 60
April
C$ 77
May
C$ 73
June
C$ 67
July
C$ 76
August
C$ 74
September
C$ 71
October
C$ 68
November
C$ 64
December
C$ 76
What car do most people rent in Australia?
The most popular types of cars to rent in Australia are the following: SUV rentals (Kia Sportage or similar), Standard rentals (Kia Sportage or similar), and Compact rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar).
Which car rental 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 rental prices for popular cities in Australia?
Discover the price range for renting 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 2 July 2025.
Among the most popular cities in Australia, Sydney offers the lowest average rental price at just C$ 18/day. Other affordable options include Brisbane (C$ 21/day), Adelaide (C$ 22/day), and Coolangatta (C$ 23/day).
Top rental agencies in Australia
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Australia. Reviews were last updated on 2 July 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Australia, including locations near Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. Helpful information on each car rental agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
What is the most popular car rental provider in Australia?
When renting a car in Australia, the most popular provider of rental cars among Cheapflights users is Bargain Car Rentals, and with prices around C$ 35/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Bargain Car Rentals is MINI, which starts as low as C$ 14/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Australia?
When visiting Australia, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Coolangatta where rental cars typically will cost around C$ 24/day (69% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Australia was found in Coolangatta for just C$ 16/day.
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 rentals by fuel type in Australia
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Australia. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Australia. Deals were last updated on 2 July 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (C$ 18+).
Electric
C$ 24+
Gas/Diesel
C$ 18+
Hybrid
C$ 18+