Cheap Car Hire in Melbourne from £9
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 11/7 and drop-off date of 18/7. 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.
Melbourne car hires in 2025
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 13 June 2025.
Most popular company | SIMBACARHIRE |
|---|---|
Price of gas per litre | £0.77 |
Average price per day | £25 |
Cheapest price per day | £9 |
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 13 June 2025.
At £9/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Melbourne in the past week. Out of 50 car hire agencies operating in Melbourne, there are, in total, 130 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:
Economy
£13+
Compact
£11+
Intermediate
£12+
SUV
£20+
People carrier
£29+
Full-size SUV
£25+
Mini
£9+
Passenger van
£32+
Compare car hire deals in Melbourne by type
Here are the best Melbourne small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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Here are the best Melbourne van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 £18. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
The best prices on car hires in Melbourne we've found at this time. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
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 28 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £27, which is about 34% 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 Bargain Car Rentals, offering prices from just £6.44/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Simba Car Hire, with rates starting at £8.95/day.
What is the best car rental company in Melbourne?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire 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 hire a car in Melbourne?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Melbourne is May, when you can expect to pay £24/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Melbourne is December (£42/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
£29
February
£26
March
£32
April
£34
May
£24
June
£29
July
£32
August
£29
September
£29
October
£29
November
£29
December
£42
What car do most people hire in Melbourne?
SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV, for example) are the most popular in Melbourne. Compact (Hyundai Accent) and Standard (Kia Sportage) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Melbourne.
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 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 13 June 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Melbourne, such as Firefly, Dollar and Budget. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires 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 £25/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for £15/day from Simba Car Hire, booked on Jun. 8.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Melbourne for a week from Simba Car Hire?
From Simba Car Hire you can hire a car in Melbourne from about £135 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 50% on a month-long rental by booking with Simba Car Hire. Simba Car Hire is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Melbourne can cost you on average £579 a month or £19 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 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 £36 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Melbourne
Browse car hires 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 hire deals by fuel type in Melbourne. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£14+).
Electric
£15+
Hybrid
£20+
Petrol/Diesel
£14+