Melbourne

Cheap Car Rentals in Melbourne from RM 92

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 28/5 and drop-off date of 29/5. 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 15 April 2026.

Most popular company

BARGAINCAR

Price of petrol per litre

RM 6.33

Average price per day

RM 168

Cheapest price per day

RM 92

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 15 April 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 92/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Melbourne hire providers:

Compact

Compact

RM 93+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 106+

SUV

SUV

RM 113+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 191+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 167+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 221+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 92+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 120+

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:

Ford FiestaRM 93/day
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Ford Fiesta
Ford FiestaRM 97/day
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Ford Fiesta

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 143. Data was last updated on 15 April 2026.
Honda BR-VRM 92/day
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Honda BR-V
Ford FiestaRM 93/day
4
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Ford Fiesta
Honda CivicRM 97/day
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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 8 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 154/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 259% 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 70.94/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Bargain Car Rentals, with rates starting at RM 81.96/day.

What is the best car rental company in Melbourne?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Melbourne is Budget (rated 8.6/10 with 2 reviews). Hertz (rated 8.5/10 with 6 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 134. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 233 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 134. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 233 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 162

February

RM 190

March

RM 186

April

RM 186

May

RM 134

June

RM 138

July

RM 166

August

RM 158

September

RM 158

October

RM 170

November

RM 154

December

RM 233

What car do most people hire in Melbourne?

SUV cars (Mazda CX-3 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Melbourne. Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Mitsubishi Mirage 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 15 April 2026.

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

Firefly

6.0
Okay
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.0

Europcar

6.0
Okay
17 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.4

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 15 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Melbourne?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 168/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 82/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Apr. 11.

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

    Bargain Car Rentals 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 690 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 2,959. You can find car rental deals for RM 99 a day on average.

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

    RM 138 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 May, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as RM 231 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 15 April 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 21+).

Electric

Electric

RM 39+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 25+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 21+

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