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Cheap Car Rentals in Australia from ₹ 1,545

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 30/6 and drop-off date of 9/7. 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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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 4 June 2026.

Most popular company

Bargain Car Rentals

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

₹ 3,601

Cheapest price per day

₹ 1,545
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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 4 June 2026.
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In Australia, there are 3,369 active hire locations from 123 car hire companies. medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in Australia in the past week - currently priced from ₹ 1,545/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

₹ 1,903+

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Compact

Compact

₹ 1,574+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 1,545+

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Full-size

Full-size

₹ 4,639+

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SUV

SUV

₹ 2,763+

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Minivan

Minivan

₹ 4,092+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 3,228+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

₹ 4,407+

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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 ₹ 3,036. Data was last updated on 4 June 2026.
Honda City₹ 1,545/day
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A/C
Honda City
Found 06/02/26
Toyota Corolla₹ 1,574/day
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Found 06/03/26
Renault Duster₹ 1,784/day
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A/C
Renault Duster
Found 06/02/26

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?

For the best savings on car hire in Australia, make your reservation 12 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₹ 4,579/day – about 8,629% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia?

In Australia, the most affordable car hire company right now is Simba Car Hire, offering prices from just ₹ 14/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Alpha, with rates starting at ₹ 18/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in Australia? June is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 4,580 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 6,046. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₹ 5,059

February

₹ 4,654

March

₹ 4,801

April

₹ 5,376

May

₹ 4,639

June

₹ 4,580

July

₹ 5,332

August

₹ 4,698

September

₹ 5,258

October

₹ 5,074

November

₹ 4,742

December

₹ 6,046

What car do most people rent in Australia?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Australia are the following: SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar), Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), and Full-size cars (Mitsubishi Montero or similar).

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 246 pickup locations in Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 June 2026.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in Australia, start with Melbourne, where rates average ₹ 1,515/day. You can also find good prices in Brisbane (₹ 1,567/day), Sydney (₹ 1,652/day), and Newcastle (₹ 2,084/day).

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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 4 June 2026.

Avis

8.3
Very Good
55 reviews•181 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

MINI Car Rentals

2 locations
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No Birds

8 locations
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CarHood

3 locations
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National

39 locations
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Distinqt Car Hire

8 locations
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Tiger Car Rental

4 locations
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Got2go Car Hire

1 location
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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 4 June 2026.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Australia?

    With an average price of ₹ 6,540/day, Dollar is the most popular car hire provider in Australia, booking 162% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Australia?

    At ₹ 1,668/day, the cheapest car rental price in Australia was found in Newcastle. On average, Newcastle has the cheapest daily rental car price (₹ 2,084/day), which is 66% below average price for cities in Australia.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Australia?

    Cars in Australia are to be driven on the left side of the road.

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 4 June 2026.
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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 (₹ 13+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 35+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 15+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 13+

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