Cheap Car Rentals in Australia from RM 66
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 Australia with a pick-up date of 11/12 and drop-off date of 17/12. 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.
Australia car rentals in 2026
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 12 October 2026.
Most popular company | EverythingFleet |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | RM 174 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 66 |
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 12 October 2026.
There are 133 hire agencies servicing Australia. These agencies, altogether, have 3,551 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Australia with prices from RM 66 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Australia:
Economy
RM 73+
Compact
RM 71+
Intermediate
RM 78+
Full-size
RM 136+
SUV
RM 91+
People carrier
RM 167+
Full-size SUV
RM 177+
Mini
RM 74+
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 RM 164. Data was last updated on 12 October 2026.
Cheapflights insights for Australia car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Australia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Australia?
Book your car hire in Australia 12 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 217/day on average when booked 12 days ahead, which saves you 303% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia?
Simba Car Hire is currently the cheapest car hire company in Australia with deals as low as RM 13.70/day found in the past two weeks. Bargain Car Rentals is another inexpensive option with rates as low as RM 16.49/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Australia?
Planning to hire a car in Australia? November is the cheapest month, costing about RM 194 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 249. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
RM 208
February
RM 203
March
RM 205
April
RM 228
May
RM 207
June
RM 225
July
RM 249
August
RM 225
September
RM 222
October
RM 222
November
RM 194
December
RM 248
What car do most people hire in Australia?
SUV cars (Nissan X-Trail, for example) are the most popular in Australia. Economy (Toyota Yaris) and Passenger van (Class Full-size Van) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Australia.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Australia?
MINI Car Rentals has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Australia at 181.
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 214 pickup locations in Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 October 2026.
Among the most popular cities in Australia, Adelaide offers the lowest average rental price at just RM 73/day. Other affordable options include Sydney (RM 79/day), Cairns (RM 85/day), and Coolangatta (RM 93/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 12 October 2026.
Avis
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
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Avis Locations in Australia
MINI Car Rentals
MINI Car Rentals Locations in Australia
No Birds
No Birds Locations in Australia
CarHood
CarHood Locations in Australia
Evolve Rentals
Evolve Rentals Locations in Australia
Distinqt Car Hire
Distinqt Car Hire Locations in Australia
Tiger Car Rental
Tiger Car Rental Locations in Australia
Got2go Car Hire
Got2go Car Hire Locations in Australia
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 October 2026.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Australia?
The most popular car hire company at Australia is Bargain Car Rentals. With prices on SUV starting at RM 70/day about 426% more people book with Bargain Car Rentals than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Australia?
At RM 84/day, the cheapest car rental price in Australia was found in Darwin. On average, Cairns has the cheapest daily rental car price (RM 85/day), which is 58% below average price for cities in Australia.
What side of the road do you drive on in Australia?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Australia.
Car rentals by fuel type in Australia
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Australia. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Australia. Deals were last updated on 12 October 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 15+).
Electric
RM 39+
Hybrid
RM 20+
Petrol/Diesel
RM 15+