
Cheap Car Rentals in Melbourne from ฿558
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 31/5 and drop-off date of 8/6. 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.
Melbourne car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Melbourne. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Most popular company | EASTCOASTCARRENTALS |
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Price of petrol per litre | ฿36.06 |
Average price per day | ฿2,373 |
Cheapest price per day | ฿558 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Melbourne?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Melbourne and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 30 April 2025.
January
฿1,335
February
฿1,168
March
฿1,435
April
฿1,535
May
฿1,135
June
฿1,335
July
฿1,435
August
฿1,302
September
฿1,302
October
฿1,335
November
฿1,335
December
฿1,902
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Melbourne is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
Popular car types in Melbourne
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Melbourne and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 30 April 2025.
At ฿558/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Melbourne in the past week. Out of 50 car hire agencies operating in Melbourne, there are, in total, 132 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:
Compare available car types for rental in Melbourne
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Melbourne to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Small cars | ฿948 - ฿1,909 | |
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All Car Types | ฿1,347 - ฿3,716 |
To hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ฿1,315/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia (~฿948/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~฿1,909/day). In fact, February is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a small car saves you 41% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ฿1,875/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Melbourne, Australia (~฿1,229/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~฿2,850/day). In fact, October is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a medium car saves you 16% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ฿3,006/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Melbourne, Australia (~฿1,914/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~฿5,540/day). In fact, May is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a large car is 26% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a SUV in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ฿2,192/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Melbourne, Australia (~฿1,137/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~฿4,536/day). In fact, November is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a SUV saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ฿3,254/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Melbourne, Australia (~฿2,211/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~฿5,323/day). In fact, November is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a van is 32% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Melbourne
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Melbourne known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Melbourne. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Melbourne area such as Firefly, Dollar and Budget. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Melbourne, including Firefly, Dollar and Budget.
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Best Melbourne car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Melbourne. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Melbourne with an average daily rate of ฿1,042. Data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on rental cars in Melbourne. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Melbourne?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ฿2,373/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for ฿1,037/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Apr. 27.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Melbourne?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Melbourne from the following companies over the past two weeks: Big Boy Car Rentals (฿558/day), Simba Car Hire (฿740/day), and EverythingFleet (฿760/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Melbourne?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Dollar (10.0 rating), EverythingFleet (10.0 rating) and Firefly (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Melbourne.
What are petrol prices like in Melbourne?
The average price of petrol in Melbourne is ฿36.06/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ฿1,622 and ฿2,344 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Melbourne for a week from East Coast Car Rentals?
East Coast Car Rentals offers hire cars in Melbourne for about ฿14,057 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Melbourne for the best price?
Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 21% on a hire car in Melbourne. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 85 days prior to your desired date.
Can I rent a car for a month in Melbourne?
Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Melbourne however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Melbourne for a month?
Bargain Car Rentals currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 70% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Melbourne. Typically, a monthly car rental in Melbourne can be found for ฿60,242. You can find car rental deals to be on average ฿2,008 a day.
How much is a car hire in Melbourne for a weekend?
฿1,225 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Melbourne. To save money, consider booking a Mini car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in May, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as ฿586 per day.
What car do most people hire in Melbourne?
The most popular car to hire while in Melbourne is the Kia Carnival, which is a Mini vehicle.
Small car rentals in Melbourne
Find small car rental deals in Melbourne from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Melbourne cost an average of ฿1,242 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Van rentals in Melbourne
Find van rental deals in Melbourne from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Melbourne cost an average of ฿2,420 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van rentals in the Melbourne area at the moment. If you're not finding the right deal for your van rental, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Car rentals by fuel type in Melbourne
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Melbourne. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Melbourne. Deals were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Melbourne. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (฿20+).