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Hobart Airport
Mini
Kia Picanto or comparable
€9.77 per day
Adelaide Airport
Standard
MG 5 or comparable
€9.91 per day
Brisbane Airport
Compact
MG 3 or comparable
€10.00 per day
Hobart Airport
Economy
Suzuki Swift or comparable
€13.31 per day
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Sydney Airport
Intermediate
Kia Cerato or comparable
€14.39 per day
Brisbane Airport
Full-size SUV
MG HS or comparable
€18.02 per day
Sydney Airport
Intermediate Elite SUV
Subaru XV or comparable
€24.27 per day
Narrabri Town Centre
Full-size Elite SUV
Toyota Kluger or comparable
€32.95 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 01:51 on 06/06/2025. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel information
Languages
English
Currency
AUD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Dialing code
+61
Average car hire price
€17 per day
Average car hire length
8 days
Speed limit within city centre
50 km/h or 31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
100 - 130 km/h or 62 - 81 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average petrol price
€1.04 per litre or €3.92 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
€0.93 per litre or €3.51 per gallon
Highest petrol price
€1.21 per litre or €4.59 per gallon
The 23 most popular cities in Australia
Top 15 Most Popular Locations in Australia
Map of Car Hire Destinations
In which month is car hire in Australia the most affordable?
Prices for hiring a car in Australia fluctuate depending on the time of year. This table and graph can help you find the best bargain.
Average price for hiring a car per day in Australia
The best month to hire a car in Australia is May — when the average price for a hire is €26.14 per day. This is 24% less than the yearly average and 43% less than hiring a car in December (when the average price is €46.25 per day).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
How many days do people keep their hire cars, on average, in Australia?
How long renters typically keep their vehicle sometimes varies depending on the time of year. Travelers tend to keep their rental cars longer in February — an average of 9 days. They tend to keep them for a shorter time in January — an average of 8 days.
Average number of hire days in Australia
Which month is most favoured for hiring a car in Australia?
Given the number of customers searching for a car in Australia, December is the most popular, while July is the month that sees the lowest demand.
Monthly Car Hire Searches in Australia Compared to the Yearly Average
Car hire information
| Car hire locations | 378 |
| Airport locations | 83 |
| Popular suppliers | Bargain Car Rentals, Simba Car Hire, SIXT, NoBirds, EastCoast Car Rentals |
| Popular car categories | SUVs, Medium cars, Large cars, Small cars |
| Lowest price | €10 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | YesDrive Car Rentals |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain Car Rentals | Hyundai Accent | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Bargain Car Rentals | MG HS | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| NoBirds | Kia Stonic | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Bargain Car Rentals | Kia Stonic | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| Bargain Car Rentals | MG 5 | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| NoBirds | Mitsubishi ASX | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| Jucy | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Simba Car Hire | Kia Cerato | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| SafeDrive Car Rentals | Suzuki Swift | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Simba Car Hire | MG 3 | 4 | 1 | Medium cars |
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
LC
United Kingdom
Toyota Hilux SR
28/04/2025
Tour of Qld- mount tamborine-straddle- Australia zoo- maleny & moods - loads of beaches visiting family
IA
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi Outlander
14/04/2025
We had a great time in the city, in the mountains and on the beach.
CS
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
09/04/2025
Port Douglas is a fantastic place to visit, with remote beaches, great walks and lovely people. Maybe a little different during peak season though.
MR
Australia
Hyundai Accent
28/03/2025
Lots of Hills. Probably here à slightly larger car next time.
We drove to the mountainenous parts of Victoria where we went walking the trails.
Excellent weather added to à positive expérience, lovely small towns and friendly people.
LP
United Kingdom
Kia Stonic
26/03/2025
Collected car from Sydney office and drove to Canberra for the "Canberra Balloon Festival" This was a 10day trip and having the car to drive around Canberra was very useful.
AK
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
24/03/2025
Simple pick up and drop off, older car and very cheap. Went fine.
PS
United Kingdom
Kia Stonic
21/03/2025
Perth city. Dunsborough Perth mint
Flying with IFly the instructor Adam was amazing.
TT
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
03/03/2025
I just love the sun and beaches. I like bush walking and trying to spot wildlife.
IC
United Kingdom
Mazda CX3
27/02/2025
Too many to list but Tasmania was fabulous, Yarrawonga too but very hot. Last two weeks in and around Melbourne and Sunbury superb. Try a boat trip on the Yarra, go to the Art Centre, see a show.
MW
United Kingdom
Kia K4
24/02/2025
Trip to Margaret River....spectacular!
JC
United Kingdom
Suzuki Swift
21/02/2025
Travelled to Jervis Bay, Booderee Country Park was a great trip
VN
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
18/02/2025
Visiting family. Good lo action, good restaurants, reasonable value.
PW
United Kingdom
Hyundai Accent
06/02/2025
100% get unlimited mileage setup and travel about outside if normal tourist spots as so much to see in Gold and Sunshine coast.
JJ
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
28/01/2025
Best every love Australia love the warm welcome from the people God bless Australia
MK
United Kingdom
Hyundai i30
14/01/2025
I drive all the way to Cairns stopping on route and saw lots of amazing places. The car was a dream to drive.
RB
United Kingdom
MG HS
24/12/2024
Nice tour of Atherton Tablelands. Also drove to Port Douglas via Hartleys crocodile Park, then on to Daintree river
OR
United Kingdom
Kia Cerato
11/10/2024
Brisbane is fantastic. Don’t really need a car around the city centre as transport is excellent
AA
New Zealand
Suzuki Swift
03/10/2024
Gold coast was amazing.City of Brisbane such nice place.Public transportation was awesome.
DK
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
18/08/2024
Great drive from Brisbane to Sydney, lots of nature and beaches
AL
Malaysia
Kia Cerato
29/06/2024
Very good
AM
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
13/05/2024
Drove both cars over most the Brisbane/ Sunshine coast.
ML
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi ASX
01/05/2024
Amazing wildlife from Kangaroos, Kolas, dolphins and even stingrays at Hamlin. Spent quality time with family and friends.
V.
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
09/04/2024
Every thing will be fine
WO
United Kingdom
BYD Atto 3 (Electric)
17/03/2024
Hag a great time driving to see friends and family around Sunshine Coast
TL
United Kingdom
MG RX5
16/03/2024
Took the Midland Highway with stop offs at Oatlands (Callington Mill very interesting) and Ross (beautiful bridge).
Launceston & the Tamar Valley was easy to drive around. We visited the Cataract Gorge for lively walks & chairlift. We also visited the Platypus & Echidna House (amazing) at Beauty Point, drove across Batman Bridge and up to Low Head Lighthouse. Launceston is a nice city to wander around. We ate by the harbour in the Spice Lounge which was excellent. A drive across to St Helens then down the coast via Freycinet to Swansea. A scenic drive with lots of inlets & beaches to see. We stopped at Bicheno Blowhole which was great. In Freycinet National Park we walked to the Wineglass Lookout with beautiful views, and drove to Tourville Cape where there is a circular walk around the lighthouse with stunning views. A drive bavk around the bay to Swansea: a pleasant seaside town with a nice short walk around the coastline and town. Bark Mill restaurant served us an excellent evening meal. Beautiful place to see the sunrise. On to Port Arthur via the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo, well worth a visit yo learn about these endangered animals. Port Arthur Historical Site is a must-do if you are in this area. If you have time, do visit the Remarkable Caves which is a short drive south from Port Arthur Historical Site. There is a viewing platform to watch the waves roll in through the caves. We stayed overnight at the Fox & Hounds which was very good.
GS
United Kingdom
MG 5
16/03/2024
Mount Wellington was a superb driving experience, as well as the walking at the summit. The Bicheno blowhole and Wineglass Bay spots were also very good.
JD
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid
08/03/2024
Fun road trip from Cookstown to Gympie.
SS
United Kingdom
Hyundai i30
07/02/2024
Absolutely loved Australia, trip surpassed all expectations
SP
United Kingdom
Kia Stonic
23/01/2024
Drove to holiday home near Port Elliott. Toured around the area visiting bays, shops animal petting farm etc. 
CA
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi ASX
20/01/2024
Touring nsw and amazing beaches
NF
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla Hatch
03/01/2024
Bush walking. 
CB
Australia
Kia Stonic
01/01/2024
Drove to Lancelin , north of Perth and also visited family whilst in Perth
JC
United Kingdom
Mystery Car
13/11/2023
We drove along the grand pacific drive, beach days . Blue pools in Bermagui and arriving into Melbourne.
JM
United Kingdom
Hyundai Accent
01/11/2023
I loved the whole island but cradle mountain and the wildness of the west coast were standout highlights.
TT
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
25/10/2023
Capricorn caves
La Vue restaurant Brisbane
Airline beach
PS
United Kingdom
Nissan X-Trail
17/10/2023
Fabulous trip into the Red Centre. 
JH
United Kingdom
Toyota Kluger
02/09/2023
Used the car to drive the family from Melbourne to Brisbane via Blue Mountains, Sydney, Canberra, Byron Bay and Fraser Island 
GS
United Kingdom
MG ZS
29/08/2023
We were visiting family
RM
United Kingdom
Toyota Camry
04/06/2023
Driving up the Gold Coast is 1 of the bucket list things you need to do
Sydney to Brisbane
Via Byron Bay and surfers paradise
TM
United Kingdom
Hyundai Kona
30/05/2023
Margaret river !!
Sandalwood wines
All of it Perth is so under rated
SS
United Kingdom
Hyundai Kona
11/05/2023
Too many to mention
AC
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi Outlander Aut.
05/05/2023
Boat trips, museums, Parliament. Dalesford, Sovereign Hill and the city itself.
RS
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
15/04/2023
Beaches, dolphins, Fraser Island, free parking almost everywhere
RE
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
09/04/2023
Prefer not to say
CC
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
04/04/2023
Visited relatives and attended a wedding
ES
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
02/04/2023
We travelled from Alice Springs to Uluru. We picked these up from airports at either location. Was such a thrill to drive such a great car through the Outback!!
AC
United Kingdom
MG HS
28/03/2023
We drove from Melbourne to the Mornington Peninsula for a wedding on top of Main Ridge - really great car for the drive, the views, the ease of stopping by in the local towns, the beach and more.
WO
United Kingdom
Honda HR-V
26/02/2023
Just visiting family
CM
United Kingdom
Nissan X-Trail
24/02/2023
We saw Fairy penguins at Burnie Penguin Centre come ashore at dusk and had a great walk in Cradle Mountain National Park where we saw wombats up close. Great Thai restaurants in Tasmania.
GE
United Kingdom
Kia Stonic
21/02/2023
Lot of driving during my trip following the great ocean road. The scenery was spectacular. The food scene in Melbourne was second to none
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
Alice Car Rental
9.5 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Routes Car Rental
7.7 / 10
Total number of reviews
1056
Total rental companies
48
Average daily price
€16.58
Lowest daily price
€9.77
Total cars available
10703
Top 48 suppliers in Australia in 2025
Alice Car Rental
5 locations
€13 - €109
PERTH RENT A CAR
2 locations
€45 - €57
H2O Holiday Car Rentals
2 locations
€51
YesDrive Car Rentals
2 locations
€10 - €41
Crazy Clark's Car Rentals
1 location
€14 - €49
NoBirds
8 locations
€16 - €59
OCR Car Rentals
2 locations
€13 - €46
Dollar
197 locations
€31 - €253
Simba Car Hire
6 locations
€10 - €97
Big Boy Car Rentals
2 locations
€14 - €24
Everything Fleet
8 locations
€18 - €143
Bespoke Noosa Car Rentals
2 locations
€67 - €144
SIXT
149 locations
€17 - €167
ADVANCE CAR RENTAL
2 locations
€26 - €138
City Centre Car Rentals
7 locations
€24 - €41
Hertz
106 locations
€22 - €275
Budget
153 locations
€20 - €182
National
26 locations
€25 - €184
GreenMotion
6 locations
€24 - €123
LeisureRent
2 locations
€24 - €123
Alamo
24 locations
€25 - €162
EastCoast Car Rentals
16 locations
€13 - €151
Ace Rent a car
12 locations
€26 - €124
Avis
137 locations
€20 - €212
Bargain Car Rentals
13 locations
€10 - €205
Thrifty
239 locations
€20 - €214
Alpha car hire
5 locations
€14 - €50
Europcar
109 locations
€23 - €382
Enterprise
47 locations
€25 - €188
Abaa Car Rentals
4 locations
€25 - €188
Auz Rental Cars
1 location
€33 - €51
SafeDrive Car Rentals
5 locations
€32 - €41
Kangaroo Rental
6 locations
€34 - €92
Flexways
4 locations
€33 - €61
Firefly
194 locations
€33 - €61
Cheaper Car Rentals
4 locations
€18 - €56
JACE
1 location
€18 - €56
H-Lead Hospitality
1 location
€33 - €128
Aries Car Rental
2 locations
€33 - €128
yesaway
8 locations
€17 - €177
Rush Car Rental
2 locations
€18 - €243
Keddy
107 locations
€22 - €222
Goldcar
4 locations
€16 - €161
URDRIVE
9 locations
€22 - €220
Distinqt Car Hire
9 locations
€30 - €70
Jucy
6 locations
€11 - €26
NUCarrentals
3 locations
€20 - €40
Routes Car Rental
94 locations
€25 - €406
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