Cheap Car Hire in Melbourne from R242
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 Melbourne with a pick-up date of 12/7 and drop-off date of 19/7. 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.
Popular car types in Melbourne
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Melbourne and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.
In Melbourne, there are 130 active hire locations from 50 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Melbourne in the past week - currently priced from R242/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
R420+
Compact
R367+
Intermediate
R330+
SUV
R700+
Full-size SUV
R605+
Mini
R242+
Passenger van
R861+
Compact SUV
R423+
Compare car hire deals in Melbourne by type
Here are the best Melbourne small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Melbourne medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Melbourne SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Best car hire deals found in Melbourne
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Melbourne. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Melbourne with an average daily rate of R566. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Melbourne. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Cheapflights insights for Melbourne car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Melbourne, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Melbourne?
Book your car hire in Melbourne 28 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R657/day on average when booked 28 days ahead, which saves you 1 499% off the usual average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Melbourne?
Looking to hire a car in Melbourne? Bargain Car Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R417,27/day. Simba Car Hire also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R428,81/day.
What is the best car rental company in Melbourne?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Melbourne is Firefly (rated 10.0/10). Dollar (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Melbourne?
At Melbourne, the best time to hire a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just R568. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging R1 013 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Melbourne, the best time to hire a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just R568. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging R1 013 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
R711
February
R622
March
R764
April
R817
May
R568
June
R693
July
R764
August
R693
September
R693
October
R711
November
R711
December
R1 013
What car do most people hire in Melbourne?
SUV cars (Mitsubishi ASX, for example) are the most popular in Melbourne. Compact (Hyundai Accent) and Intermediate (Toyota Corolla) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Melbourne.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Melbourne?
Thrifty has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Melbourne at 8.
Top rental agencies in Melbourne
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Melbourne known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Melbourne. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Melbourne, including Firefly, Dollar and Budget in Melbourne. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Melbourne for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Melbourne, offering car hire for around R12 737 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Melbourne?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Melbourne check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much is a car hire in Melbourne for a weekend?
R0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Melbourne, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Melbourne, then opt for a Mini hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of July, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R1 469/day.
Car hires by fuel type in Melbourne
Browse car hires by fuel type in Melbourne. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Melbourne. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Melbourne. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R26+).
Electric
R26+
Hybrid
R31+
Petrol/Diesel
R30+