Melbourne

Cheap Car Rentals in Melbourne from RM 86

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 13/2 and drop-off date of 21/2. 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.
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Melbourne car rentals in 2026

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 9 January 2026.

Most popular company

EVERYTHINGFLEET

Price of petrol per litre

RM 4.43

Average price per day

RM 209

Cheapest price per day

RM 86

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 9 January 2026.

There are, in total, 130 car hire locations in Melbourne that are operated by 56 companies. In the past week, SUV is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: RM 86/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Melbourne hire providers:

Economy

Economy

RM 86+

Compact

Compact

RM 87+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 95+

SUV

SUV

RM 133+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 185+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 203+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 299+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 86+

Compare car rental 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:

Here are the best Melbourne van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton PersonaRM 86/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Ford FiestaRM 87/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Honda CivicRM 91/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic

Best car rental deals found in Melbourne

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 RM 156. Data was last updated on 9 January 2026.
Hyundai TucsonRM 86/day
4
4
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A/C
Hyundai Tucson
Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosRM 86/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Honda CivicRM 87/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic

Cheapflights insights for Melbourne car rentals

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 62 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 146/day on average when booked 62 days ahead, which saves you 253% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Melbourne?

In Melbourne, the most affordable car hire company right now is Simba Car Hire, offering prices from just RM 65.96/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is EverythingFleet, with rates starting at RM 81.50/day.

What is the best car rental company in Melbourne?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Melbourne is Firefly (rated 10.0/10). Budget (rated 8.6/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Melbourne?

At Melbourne, the best time to rent a car is at May, with an average daily rate of just RM 130. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 239 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Melbourne, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just RM 130. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 239 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

RM 158

February

RM 146

March

RM 175

April

RM 191

May

RM 130

June

RM 142

July

RM 170

August

RM 162

September

RM 162

October

RM 175

November

RM 162

December

RM 239

What car do most people hire in Melbourne?

SUV cars (Mazda CX-3 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Melbourne. Passenger van cars (Class Full-size Van or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Kia Picanto or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Melbourne?

Both Sunnycars and Thrifty have 8 locations in Melbourne, more than any other rental company in the area.

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 9 January 2026.

Firefly

7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

8.6
Very Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Hertz

8.5
Very Good
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Dollar

8.0
Very Good
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.0

East Coast Car Rentals

6.5
Okay
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.2

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.2

Thrifty

6.5
Okay
6 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Europcar

6.1
Okay
16 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.6

Avis

5.6
Fair
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.6

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 January 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Melbourne?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 209/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 112/day from Provider's pick, booked on Jan. 3.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Melbourne for a week from Simba Car Hire?

    Simba Car Hire is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Melbourne. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about RM 873 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Melbourne?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Melbourne it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Melbourne for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Melbourne can be found for RM 3,742. You can find car rental deals for RM 125 a day on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Melbourne for a weekend?

    RM 97 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Melbourne. To save money, consider booking a Compact SUV car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in February, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as RM 262 per day.

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 9 January 2026.

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 (RM 18+).

Electric

Electric

RM 37+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 23+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 18+

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