Australia car hire

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Cheap car hire in Australia

EconomyR637/day
CompactR516/day
IntermediateR704/day
StandardR1 218/day
Full-sizeR1 994/day
SUVR1 184/day
People carrierR1 508/day
Full-size SUVR977/day
MiniR1 059/day
Passenger vanR1 865/day
Intermediate SUVR516/day
Compact SUVR815/day
Standard SUVR894/day
2 Adults, 2 Bags
apexEconomy car in Australia
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4 Adults, 2 Bags
jucyCompact car in Australia
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5 Adults, 3 Bags
apexIntermediate car in Australia
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5 Adults, 3 Bags
alamoStandard car in Australia
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5 Adults, 2 Bags
dollarFull-size car in Australia
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2 Adults, 2 Bags
sixtrentacarSUV car in Australia
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5 Adults, 5 Bags
apexPeople carrier car in Australia
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5 Adults, 2 Bags
eastcoastcarrentalsFull-size SUV car in Australia
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2 Adults, 2 Bags
alamoMini car in Australia
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5 Adults, 2 Bags
hertzPassenger van car in Australia
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5 Adults, 3 Bags
simbacarhireIntermediate SUV car in Australia
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4 Adults, 2 Bags
europcarCompact SUV car in Australia
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5 Adults, 3 Bags
sixtrentacarStandard SUV car in Australia
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Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Top tips for hiring a car in Australia

  • If you rent a car in Australia, be aware that it is illegal to smoke in the car. This policy is even more important if there are underage children traveling in the car with you. There are one or two companies like Hertz that lease "smoking optional" cars, but these are few, so you will have to book your reservation early if you wish to get one.
  • Since the requirements are not uniform from one state to another, it’s not a bad idea to get yourself an international driver’s permit to cover all the bases if you intend to drive in Australia, especially if you are making cross-country trips. When you need to park, always use the left-hand side of the road, going along with the traffic.
  • Australia is famous for its vast Outback region. If you intend to drive through this area, your best bet is to rent an SUV or other four-wheel drive vehicle. If you prefer to stay close to the cities, it is likely you’ll encounter toll stops at bridges and freeways, so it’s smart to always have a bit of change handy.
  • For those planning extended driving trips or weekend getaways, it may be necessary to use multiple drivers. In such cases, you should let the agency know at the time you pick up the car. Each additional driver will have to be registered, and there is a fee for each additional driver per car. Such fees will vary from one rental agency to another.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Australia for R585 or less
  • Book your car hire in Australia at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact car hire in Australia are around 18% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Australia

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Australia?

    On average a car hire in Australia costs R997 per day.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Australia?

    Compact (Mitsubishi ASX or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Australia.

  • What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Simba Car Hire (R516/day), JUCY (R516/day) and Apex (R637/day).

  • What is the best car hire company in Australia?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Australia are Alamo (7,8, 50 reviews), and Sixt (7,7, 81 reviews).

  • How can I find car hires near me in Australia?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • Where should I hire a car in Australia?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Australia are Sydney (94% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Australia) and Kalgoorlie (6%).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Australia?

    On average a car hire in Australia costs R4 625 per week (R661 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Australia?

    On average a car hire in Australia costs R19 822 per month (R661 per day).

  • What is driving like in Australia?

    Drive on the left side of the road if you are renting cars in Australia, and be aware that the metric system is used in this country, so think "kilometers" instead of miles and "liters" instead of gallons. All passengers in the car must wear a seatbelt or you could receive a fine if caught. Also, the blood-alcohol limit is very low, 0.05%, so make sure there’s a designated driver if you intend to drink.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in Australia?

    You must be at least 21 years of age and have held your license for at least one year to rent a car in Australia, but as with most countries, there is a surcharge applied to drivers who are younger than 25 years of age. For seniors enjoying a trip "Down Under," you can safely rent a car as long as you are younger than 75 years old.

  • How much does petrol cost in Australia?

    The price of petrol in Australia is better than the average globally. A liter of petrol sells for about 1.43 AUD (1.00 USD), (about 3.77 USD per gallon). Diesel prices are slightly higher at 1.49 AUD (1.04 USD) per liter (about 3.95 USD per gallon).

  • What are the speed limits in Australia?

    Unless otherwise specified (there are certain shared areas and school zones where the limit is reduced), the speed limit in Australia is 50 km/h (31 mph) in urban areas, 100 km/h (62 mph) on rural roads, and up to 110 km/h (68 mph) on some highways. If you are staying in the Northern Territory, these limits are increased because there are few urban areas.

Car hire directory

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in Australia

    364 Locations

  • firefly

    Firefly car hire locations in Australia

    276 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in Australia

    266 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in Australia

    213 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in Australia

    196 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in Australia

    186 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in Australia

    172 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in Australia

    161 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in Australia

    149 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in Australia

    136 Locations

  • routescartrk

    Routes Car & Truck Rentals car hire locations in Australia

    88 Locations

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in Australia

    56 Locations

Good to know

Most popular agency

No Birds

Most popular car type

Compact

Average price

R661/day

Good deal

R585/day

When to book a rental car in Australia

Average daily price per month
Car hire prices as pick-up date approaches

Car hire locations in Australia

The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for hire cars for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car hires listed or dates of travel. Some hire car providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the website of the respective hire car provider.