Melbourne

Cheap Car Hire in Melbourne from ₹ 1,428

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Melbourne car rentals in 2024

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 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

BARGAINCAR

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 96

Average price per day

₹ 3,852

Cheapest price per day

₹ 1,428

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Melbourne and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

January

₹ 3,150

February

₹ 3,647

March

₹ 4,394

April

₹ 4,642

May

₹ 3,399

June

₹ 3,565

July

₹ 3,813

August

₹ 3,565

September

₹ 3,399

October

₹ 3,647

November

₹ 3,565

December

₹ 4,725

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Melbourne is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 19 March 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Melbourne this past week from 125 hire locations out of 42 hire agencies. Prices for a Melbourne small car hire start from ₹ 1,428/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

₹ 1,428+

Compact

Compact

₹ 1,589+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 2,018+

SUV

SUV

₹ 3,195+

Minivan

Minivan

₹ 4,027+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 3,490+

Mini

Mini

₹ 1,467+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₹ 4,392+

Compare available car types for rental in Melbourne

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Melbourne to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Small cars

₹ 3,049 - ₹ 6,679

All Car Types

₹ 4,645 - ₹ 8,412

To hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 4,119/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia (~₹ 3,049/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~₹ 6,679/day). In fact, August is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a small car saves you 30% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,171/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Melbourne, Australia (~₹ 3,196/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~₹ 8,950/day). In fact, January is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a medium car saves you 12% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 7,352/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Melbourne, Australia (~₹ 5,701/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 10,923/day). In fact, August is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a large car is 21% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,300/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Melbourne, Australia (~₹ 3,943/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 8,762/day). In fact, January is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a SUV is 8% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 9,523/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a van in Melbourne, Australia (~₹ 5,703/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~₹ 22,388/day). In fact, August is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a van is 39% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 14,134/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Melbourne, Australia (~₹ 4,333/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~₹ 36,449/day). In fact, July is about 70% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a luxury car is 59% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Hyundai i10₹ 1,428/day
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Hyundai i10₹ 1,467/day
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Hyundai i20₹ 1,589/day
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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 19 March 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Melbourne, such as Dollar, Ace Rental Cars and Budget. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Dollar

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

Ace Rental Cars

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

8.8

Budget

8.6
Very Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Hertz

8.6
Very Good
14 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.2

East Coast Car Rentals

7.6
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Thrifty

7.4
Good
9 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Europcar

7.2
Good
5 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

Avis

7.1
Good
6 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.2

Best Melbourne car rental deals found

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 ₹ 2,175. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Melbourne. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Hyundai i10₹ 1,428/day
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10₹ 1,467/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i20₹ 1,589/day
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Hyundai i20

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Melbourne?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 3,852/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 2,406/day from CarHood, booked on Jul. 28.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Melbourne?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Melbourne from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bargain Car Rentals (₹ 1,428/day), JUCY (₹ 1,589/day), and Apex (₹ 2,018/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Melbourne?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Dollar (10.0 rating), Ace Rental Cars (9.6 rating) and Sixt (8.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Melbourne.

  • What are petrol prices like in Melbourne?

    The average price of petrol in Melbourne is ₹ 96/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 4,328 and ₹ 6,251 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Bargain Car Rentals you can hire a car in Melbourne from about ₹ 25,541 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Melbourne for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 28% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Melbourne.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Melbourne check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    You can potentially save up to 82% on a month-long rental by booking with CarHood. CarHood is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Melbourne can cost you on average ₹ 109,462 a month or ₹ 3,649 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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

    For a weekend car hire in Melbourne, you can expect the average price to be around ₹ 0. Usually a Economy hire in Melbourne is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Economy for April, it will cost approximately ₹ 3,548 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Melbourne?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Melbourne is Compact (MG 5) based on our Cheapflights data.

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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 19 March 2024.

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 (₹ 19+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 36+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 35+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 19+

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