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Cheap Car Rentals in Melbourne from RM 58

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 8/7 and drop-off date of 10/7. 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.
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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 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

BARGAINCAR

Price of petrol per litre

RM 4.40

Average price per day

RM 160

Cheapest price per day

RM 58

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 13 June 2025.

There are, in total, 130 car hire locations in Melbourne that are operated by 50 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: RM 58/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Melbourne hire providers:

Economy

Economy

RM 77+

Compact

Compact

RM 63+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 70+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 173+

SUV

SUV

RM 132+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 180+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 146+

Mini

Mini

RM 58+

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:

Perodua MyviRM 58/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Honda CityRM 63/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Perodua BezzaRM 77/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Bezza

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 118. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Melbourne area. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Perodua MyviRM 58/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Honda CityRM 63/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Hyundai KonaRM 68/day
4
2
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Kona

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 28 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 156/day on average when booked 28 days ahead, which saves you 280% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Melbourne?

In Melbourne, the most affordable car hire company right now is Bargain Car Rentals, offering prices from just RM 63.55/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Big Boy Car Rentals, with rates starting at RM 73.64/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). Dollar (rated 10.0/10) 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 135. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 241 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 135. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 241 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 169

February

RM 148

March

RM 182

April

RM 194

May

RM 135

June

RM 165

July

RM 182

August

RM 165

September

RM 165

October

RM 169

November

RM 169

December

RM 241

What car do most people hire in Melbourne?

SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Melbourne. Full-size cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Melbourne?

Thrifty has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Melbourne at 8.

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 13 June 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Melbourne, such as Firefly, Dollar and Budget. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Firefly

7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Dollar

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.0

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

Europcar

6.7
Okay
13 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

East Coast Car Rentals

6.5
Okay
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.2

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.2

Thrifty

6.3
Okay
6 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.5

Avis

5.6
Fair
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

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 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Melbourne?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 160/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 98/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Jun. 8.

  • 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 870 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 3,729. You can find car rental deals for RM 124 a day on average.

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

    RM 257 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 July, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as RM 177 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 13 June 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 (RM 16+).

Electric

Electric

RM 26+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 16+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 16+

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