Australia

Cheap Car Rentals in Australia from ₱1,137

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Australia with a pick-up date of 4/19 and drop-off date of 4/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Australia car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on April 12, 2026.

Most popular company

Bargain Car Rentals

Most common car type

Premium

Average price per day

₱3,159

Cheapest price per day

₱1,137

Popular car types in Australia

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Australia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on April 12, 2026.

At ₱1,137/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for rental in Australia in the past week. Out of 121 car rental agencies operating in Australia, there are, in total, 3,331 rental locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

₱1,137+

Compact

Compact

₱1,315+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₱1,260+

Full-size

Full-size

₱7,621+

SUV

SUV

₱2,456+

Minivan

Minivan

₱3,788+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₱2,628+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₱2,471+

Compare car rental deals in Australia by type

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

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

Here are the best Australia SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Australia van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Avanza₱1,137/day
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A/C
Toyota Avanza
Nissan Sentra₱1,315/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Sentra
Toyota Corolla₱1,366/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Best car rental deals found in Australia

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Australia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Australia with an average daily rate of ₱2,745. Data was last updated on April 12, 2026.
Toyota Avanza₱1,137/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Suzuki Jimny₱1,227/day
4
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A/C
Suzuki Jimny
Nissan Almera₱1,260/day
5
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A/C
Nissan Almera

Cheapflights insights for Australia car rentals

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

How far in advance should I rent a car in Australia?

For the best savings on car rentals in Australia, make your reservation 13 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱2,510/day – about 5,476% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Australia?

City Centre Car Rentals is currently the cheapest rental car company in Australia with deals as low as ₱1,336.61/day found in the past two weeks. Alpha is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ₱1,515.27/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Australia?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Australia is November where you can expect to pay ₱2,336/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Australia is December (₱3,238/day on average). The average daily rental 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 rent.

January

₱2,426

February

₱2,486

March

₱2,426

April

₱3,017

May

₱2,480

June

₱2,617

July

₱3,209

August

₱2,701

September

₱2,790

October

₱2,539

November

₱2,336

December

₱3,238

What car do most people rent in Australia?

The most popular types of cars to rent in Australia are the following: SUV rentals (Toyota Land Cruiser Prado or similar), Economy rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar), and Passenger van rentals (Kia Carnival or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Australia?

Thrifty has 342 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Firefly has the second highest number of locations in Australia at 293.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Australia?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Australia, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 1,491 pickup locations in Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 12, 2026.

Out of all the popular cities in Australia, Sydney is the cheapest city to rent a car (₱1,134/day). Other popular cities in Australia to get a cheap rental car are: Melbourne (₱1,175/day), Brisbane (₱1,214/day), and Adelaide (₱1,285/day).

Top rental agencies in Australia

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Australia. Reviews were last updated on April 12, 2026.

Budget

8.3
Very good
134 reviews170 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.8

Sixt

8.1
Very good
182 reviews169 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Europcar

7.3
Good
111 reviews152 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.3

Avis

8.2
Very good
59 reviews181 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

Thrifty

8.2
Very good
69 reviews342 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.7
Good
94 reviews284 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
27 reviews63 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.9

Dollar

7.4
Good
17 reviews130 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 12, 2026.
  • What is the most popular car rental provider in Australia?

    When renting a car in Australia, the most popular provider of rental cars among Cheapflights users is Dollar, and with prices around ₱3,101/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Dollar is COMPACT, which starts as low as ₱1,755/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Australia?

    When visiting Australia, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Adelaide where rental cars typically will cost around ₱1,285/day (60% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Australia was found in Adelaide for just ₱744/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Australia?

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in Australia.

Car rentals by fuel type in Australia

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Australia. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Australia. Deals were last updated on April 12, 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (₱20+).

Electric

Electric

₱36+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

₱23+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₱20+

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