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Cheap Car Hire in Canberra from £23

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 Canberra with a pick-up date of 2/8 and drop-off date of 16/8. 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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Popular car types in Canberra

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Canberra and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 July 2025.

In Canberra, there are 27 active hire locations from 16 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Canberra in the past week - currently priced from £23/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compare car hire deals in Canberra by type

Here are the best Canberra small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Canberra medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Canberra SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

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

Kia Picanto£23/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Honda Jazz£23/day
2
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Mazda Mazda3£27/day
4
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda3

Best car hire deals found in Canberra

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Canberra. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Canberra with an average daily rate of £31. Data was last updated on 15 July 2025.
These are some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Canberra. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Kia Picanto£23/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Honda Jazz£23/day
2
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Seat Arona£24/day
4
M
A/C
Seat Arona

Cheapflights insights for Canberra car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Canberra, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Canberra?

Book your car hire in Canberra 11 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £36/day on average when booked 11 days ahead, which saves you 33% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Canberra?

In Canberra, the most affordable car hire company right now is Europcar, offering prices from just £21.98/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at £26.49/day.

What is the best car rental company in Canberra?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Canberra is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10). Europcar (rated 9.4/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Canberra?

Planning to hire a car in Canberra? January is the cheapest month, costing about £32 per day. In contrast, May is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £45. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

£32

February

£37

March

£40

April

£44

May

£45

June

£36

July

£43

August

£39

September

£40

October

£42

November

£39

December

£43

What car do most people hire in Canberra?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Canberra are the following: Compact cars (Hyundai Kona or similar), Full-size cars (Toyota Hilux or similar), and SUV cars (Hyundai Kona or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Canberra?

Hertz has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Thrifty has the second-highest number of locations in Canberra at 3.

Top hire agencies in Canberra

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Canberra known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Canberra. Reviews were last updated on 15 July 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Canberra, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar and Avis. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Europcar

9.4
Wonderful
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

9.7

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.4
Very Good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

East Coast Car Rentals

2 locations

Alamo

8.0
Very Good
26 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.3

Hertz

7.4
Good
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Dollar

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Canberra, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Canberra for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Canberra. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about £380 per week.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Canberra.

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

    It costs £29 for a weekend car hire in Canberra, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Canberra in August, prices are £0 per day on average.

Car hires by fuel type in Canberra

Browse car hires by fuel type in Canberra. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Canberra. Deals were last updated on 15 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Canberra. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£28+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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