Cheap Car Rentals in Australia from RM 65
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 17/7 and drop-off date of 20/7. 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.
Australia car rentals in 2025
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 2 July 2025.
Most popular company | Bargain Car Rentals |
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Most common car type | Mini |
Average price per day | RM 173 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 65 |
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 2 July 2025.
There are 104 hire agencies servicing Australia. These agencies, altogether, have 3,283 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Australia with prices from RM 65 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Australia:
Economy
RM 65+
Compact
RM 60+
Intermediate
RM 63+
Standard
RM 211+
Full-size
RM 172+
SUV
RM 128+
People carrier
RM 174+
Full-size SUV
RM 142+
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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 133. Data was last updated on 2 July 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car rentals in Australia, including locations near Perth, Melbourne and Sydney. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car rental options.
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 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 195/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 300% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia?
SafeDrive Car Rentals is currently the cheapest car hire company in Australia with deals as low as RM 47.77/day found in the past two weeks. Simba Car Hire is another inexpensive option with rates as low as RM 49.91/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Australia?
Planning to hire a car in Australia? February is the cheapest month, costing about RM 182 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 241. 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 185
February
RM 182
March
RM 185
April
RM 220
May
RM 192
June
RM 200
July
RM 227
August
RM 219
September
RM 208
October
RM 208
November
RM 194
December
RM 241
What car do most people hire in Australia?
SUV cars (Kia Sportage, for example) are the most popular in Australia. Compact (Toyota Corolla) and Full-size (Toyota Camry) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Australia.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Australia?
Thrifty has 347 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Firefly has the second-highest number of locations in Australia at 290.
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 1,488 pickup locations in Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 July 2025.
Among the most popular cities in Australia, Adelaide offers the lowest average rental price at just RM 76/day. Other affordable options include Brisbane (RM 81/day), Sydney (RM 87/day), and Melbourne (RM 101/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 2 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Australia, including pickup locations serving Perth, Melbourne and Sydney. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Australia, including locations around Perth, Melbourne and Sydney.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Australia?
The most popular car hire company at Australia is SafeDrive Car Rentals. With prices on ECONOMY starting at RM 48/day about 67% more people book with SafeDrive Car Rentals than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Australia?
At RM 50/day, the cheapest car rental price in Australia was found in Adelaide. On average, Adelaide has the cheapest daily rental car price (RM 76/day), which is 53% 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 2 July 2025.
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 20+).
Electric
RM 26+
Hybrid
RM 21+
Petrol/Diesel
RM 20+