Cheap Car Hire in Melbourne from £11
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 12/10 and drop-off date of 27/10. 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.
Melbourne car hires in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Melbourne. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 October 2026.
Most popular company | BARGAINCAR |
|---|---|
Price of gas per litre | £1.21 |
Average price per day | £29 |
Cheapest price per day | £11 |
Popular car types in Melbourne
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Melbourne and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 6 October 2026.
At £11/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Melbourne in the past week. Out of 61 car hire agencies operating in Melbourne, there are, in total, 143 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:
Economy
£13+
Compact
£11+
Intermediate
£14+
SUV
£16+
Full-size SUV
£27+
Mini
£11+
Compact SUV
£12+
Intermediate SUV
£18+
Best car hire deals found in Melbourne
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Melbourne. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Melbourne with an average daily rate of £16. Data was last updated on 6 October 2026.
Cheapflights insights for Melbourne car hires
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?
To get the best deal on car hire in Melbourne, book about 58 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £30, which is about 30% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Melbourne?
In Melbourne, the most affordable car hire company right now is EZU Car Rental, offering prices from just £14.59/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Bargain Car Rentals, with rates starting at £15.40/day.
What is the best car rental company in Melbourne?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Melbourne is National (rated 9.0/10). East Coast Car Rentals (rated 6.5/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Melbourne?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Melbourne is May, when you can expect to pay £27/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Melbourne is December (£44/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
£30
February
£36
March
£35
April
£33
May
£27
June
£28
July
£28
August
£27
September
£28
October
£31
November
£29
December
£44
What car do most people hire in Melbourne?
SUV cars (Hyundai Venue, for example) are the most popular in Melbourne. Economy (Volkswagen Polo) and Compact (Mazda CX-3) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Melbourne.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Melbourne?
Avis has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. East Coast Car Rentals has the second-highest number of locations in Melbourne at 3.
Top hire agencies in Melbourne
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Melbourne known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Melbourne. Reviews were last updated on 6 October 2026.
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CarHood
CarHood Locations in Melbourne
Evolve Rentals
Evolve Rentals Locations in Melbourne
ADVANCE CAR RENTAL
ADVANCE CAR RENTAL Locations in Melbourne
CalAuto
CalAuto Locations in Melbourne
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Melbourne?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £29/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for £14/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Oct. 3.
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 £139 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Melbourne?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Melbourne however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Melbourne for a month?
You can potentially save up to 54% on a month-long rental by booking with Bargain Car Rentals. Bargain Car Rentals is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Melbourne can cost you on average £594 a month or £20 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?
£26 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Melbourne. To save money, consider booking a Compact car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in November, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as £46 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Melbourne
Browse car hires by fuel type in Melbourne. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Melbourne. Deals were last updated on 6 October 2026.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Melbourne. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£16+).
Electric
£22+
Hybrid
£16+
Petrol/Diesel
£17+