Car Hire in Australia
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Cheapest Car Hire Rates
Hobart Airport
Standard SUV
MG RX5
or comparable
£ 10.96
/ per day
Darwin Airport
Compact
Hyundai Accent
or comparable
£ 14.04
/ per day
Maryborough Downtown
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla
or comparable
£ 17.49
/ per day
Sydney Marrickville
Mini
Mitsubishi Mirage
or comparable
£ 18.04
/ per day
Most Popular Car Hire Deals
Sydney Airport
Economy
Kia Picanto
or comparable
£ 18.67
/ per day
Longreach Airport
Full-size
Toyota Camry
or comparable
£ 20.58
/ per day
City Centre
Special
Mystery Car
or comparable
£ 24.60
/ per day
Sydney Airport
Intermediate Elite
Haval H6
or comparable
£ 26.59
/ per day
These prices are approximate and depend on the dates of the booking, hire length and type of car. This information was last updated at 22:31 on 2024-04-22.
Travel Information
Languages
English
Currency
AUD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Dialing code
+61
Average car hire price
£ 19 per day
Average car hire length
7 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 gasoline price
£ 1.00 per litre or £ 3.77 / 1 gallon
Lowest gasoline price
£ 0.89 per litre or £ 3.36 / 1 gallon
Highest gasoline price
£ 1.24 per litre or £ 4.70 / 1 gallon
Top 20 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?
Our data shows how prices for hiring a car in Australia fluctuate depending on the season. This 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 February — when the average price for a hire is £ 28.34 per day. This is 21% less than the yearly average and 35% less than hiring a car in December (when the average price is £ 43.31 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?
Car hire lengths can vary according to the time of year. Longer periods of car hire are more common in February with an average of 9 days. Shorter periods of car hire are more common in May with an average of 7 days.
Average number of hire days in Australia
Which month is the most favoured for hiring a car in Australia?
Given the number of customers searching for a car in Australia, the month in which the highest number of people search for a hire car is December, while June is the month that sees the lowest demand for them.
Monthly Car Hire Searches in Australia Compared to the Yearly Average
Car Hire Information
Car hire locations | 281 |
Airport locations | 80 |
Popular suppliers | Bargain Car Rentals, SIXT, EastCoast Car Rentals, NoBirds, Jucy |
Popular car categories | SUVs, Medium cars, Large cars, Small cars |
Lowest price | £ 11 per day |
Cheapest supplier | SafeDrive Car Rentals |
Most Popular Car Hire Models
Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
Bargain Car Rentals | Hyundai Accent | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
Bargain Car Rentals | MG HS | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
Bargain Car Rentals | Kia Stonic | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
Jucy | Hyundai Accent | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
EastCoast Car Rentals | MG ZS | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
NoBirds | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 1 | Medium cars |
SIXT | Kia Carnival | 5 | 3 | People Carriers |
Jucy | Nissan Tiida | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
Bargain Car Rentals | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
EastCoast Car Rentals | Kia Picanto | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an 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, verified, and trustworthy.
V.
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
9 April 2024
Every thing will be fine
WO
United Kingdom
BYD Atto 3 (Electric)
17 March 2024
Hag a great time driving to see friends and family around Sunshine Coast
TL
United Kingdom
MG RX5
16 March 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 March 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
8 March 2024
Fun road trip from Cookstown to Gympie.
SS
United Kingdom
Hyundai i30
7 February 2024
Absolutely loved Australia, trip surpassed all expectations
SP
United Kingdom
Kia Stonic
23 January 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 January 2024
Touring nsw and amazing beaches
NF
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla Hatch
3 January 2024
Bush walking.
CB
Australia
Toyota Corolla
1 January 2024
Drove to Lancelin , north of Perth and also visited family whilst in Perth
JC
United Kingdom
Mystery Car
13 November 2023
We drove along the grand pacific drive, beach days . Blue pools in Bermagui and arriving into Melbourne.
JM
United Kingdom
Hyundai Accent
1 November 2023
I loved the whole island but cradle mountain and the wildness of the west coast were standout highlights.
TT
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla Sedan
25 October 2023
Capricorn caves
La Vue restaurant Brisbane
Airline beach
PS
United Kingdom
Nissan X-Trail
17 October 2023
Fabulous trip into the Red Centre.
JH
United Kingdom
Toyota Kluger
2 September 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 August 2023
We were visiting family
RM
United Kingdom
Toyota Camry
4 June 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 May 2023
Margaret river !!
Sandalwood wines
All of it Perth is so under rated
SS
United Kingdom
Hyundai Kona
11 May 2023
Too many to mention
AC
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi Outlander Aut.
5 May 2023
Boat trips, museums, Parliament. Dalesford, Sovereign Hill and the city itself.
RS
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
15 April 2023
Beaches, dolphins, Fraser Island, free parking almost everywhere
RE
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
9 April 2023
Prefer not to say
CC
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
4 April 2023
Visited relatives and attended a wedding
ES
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
2 April 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
Mitsubishi Outlander
28 March 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 February 2023
Just visiting family
CM
United Kingdom
Nissan X-Trail
24 February 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
Hyundai Kona
21 February 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
JT
United Kingdom
Toyota Camry Hybrid
12 February 2023
Port Arthur, convict experience
AB
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
5 February 2023
Melbourne is an amazing city to visit. So much to see and do in the city e.g museums, botanical gardens and the Australian Open (we went). St. Miles beach nearby and the beaches of Mornington Peninsula a short drive away as are the Dandenong Ranges. And the cafe culture is wonderful. Great coffee and good food
TP
United Kingdom
MG HS Aut.
30 January 2023
I would recommend sending the little extra to pick up at the airport made things so much easier with a family.
WT
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
26 January 2023
Loved touring Tasmania and visiting friends.
JJ
United Kingdom
Suzuki Swift
26 January 2023
Trip to Canberra to see the superb Australian War Memorial, the Australian Parliament and National Art Gallery - a brilliant day!
SJ
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi Outlander Aut.
8 January 2023
We used the car to travel to Taronga Zoo, Manly Beach, Bondi Junction for shopping and various trips to family in the area.
IT
United Kingdom
Toyota Camry
15 October 2022
May give the impression of being bit shoddy on arrival but worries ended there. Very friendly and helpful.
SM
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi Outlander
6 October 2022
We were visiting our daughter and her family which was exciting enough. In addition, we found Australia to be a fantastic place with iconic places such as Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, Bondi beach, Watsons Bay and a whole lot more.
KE
Australia
Hyundai Accent
23 September 2022
Go to the National Parks and Maria Island! Beautiful!
LC
United Kingdom
MG 3
11 September 2022
Was here to spend time with I'll friends
HQ
United Kingdom
MG HS Aut.
24 July 2022
Great experience!
AG
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
23 June 2022
Easy to find pick up point. Staff friendly and helpful. Car met our needs, no problems. Pick up and return quick and no fuss. We just didn't have any issues.
Car Hire Statistics
Highest rated company
YesDrive Car Rentals
9.5 / 10
Lowest rated company
Routes Car Rental
7.3 / 10
Total number of reviews
820
Total rental companies
41
Average daily price
£ 18.87
Lowest daily price
£ 10.96
Total cars available
8362
Top 41 Suppliers in Australia in 2024
YesDrive Car Rentals
1 location
£ 23
SafeDrive Car Rentals
1 location
£ 11 - £ 13
PERTH RENT A CAR
2 locations
£ 30 - £ 88
NoBirds
8 locations
£ 18 - £ 52
Simba Car Hire
4 locations
£ 20 - £ 51
Bargain Car Rentals
14 locations
£ 14 - £ 137
OCR Car Rentals
2 locations
£ 58 - £ 154
Alice Car Rental
2 locations
£ 20 - £ 156
SIXT
147 locations
£ 19 - £ 137
Hertz
76 locations
£ 20 - £ 245
Budget
88 locations
£ 18 - £ 212
ADVANCE CAR RENTAL
2 locations
£ 28 - £ 172
Ace Rent a car
9 locations
£ 28 - £ 139
GreenMotion
7 locations
£ 18 - £ 276
City Centre Car Rentals
7 locations
£ 24 - £ 30
EastCoast Car Rentals
15 locations
£ 19 - £ 103
Alamo
23 locations
£ 29 - £ 185
Alpha car hire
5 locations
£ 21 - £ 71
Bespoke Noosa Car Rentals
2 locations
£ 37 - £ 97
Thrifty
182 locations
£ 19 - £ 272
Dollar
49 locations
£ 38 - £ 289
National
25 locations
£ 45 - £ 185
Europcar
103 locations
£ 16 - £ 286
Abaa Car Rentals
4 locations
£ 24 - £ 87
Carwiz
4 locations
£ 22 - £ 124
Avis
103 locations
£ 16 - £ 224
Enterprise
45 locations
£ 25 - £ 197
Jucy
6 locations
£ 17 - £ 106
yesaway
4 locations
£ 28 - £ 448
Big Boy Car Rentals
2 locations
£ 19 - £ 39
URDRIVE
4 locations
£ 43 - £ 315
Kangaroo Rental
2 locations
£ 31 - £ 105
Auz Rental Cars
1 location
£ 33 - £ 127
Keddy
56 locations
£ 28 - £ 153
Firefly
14 locations
Distinqt Car Hire
7 locations
£ 22 - £ 61
Flexways
4 locations
£ 41 - £ 122
JACE
1 location
LeisureRent
2 locations
£ 20 - £ 67
NUCarrentals
2 locations
£ 36 - £ 138
Routes Car Rental
91 locations
£ 16 - £ 196
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