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Cheap Car Rentals in Melbourne from RM 72

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 17/2 and drop-off date of 19/2. 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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Melbourne car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Melbourne. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Most popular company

SIXT

Price of petrol per litre

RM 4.86

Average price per day

RM 240

Cheapest price per day

RM 72

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Melbourne?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Melbourne and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

January

RM 175

February

RM 197

March

RM 233

April

RM 197

May

RM 161

June

RM 179

July

RM 193

August

RM 175

September

RM 175

October

RM 184

November

RM 179

December

RM 256

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Melbourne is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Melbourne

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Melbourne and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

There are, in total, 131 car hire locations in Melbourne that are operated by 49 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: RM 72/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Melbourne hire providers:

Economy

Economy

RM 85+

Compact

Compact

RM 75+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 84+

SUV

SUV

RM 145+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 189+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 181+

Mini

Mini

RM 72+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 354+

Compare available car types for rental in Melbourne

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Melbourne to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Small cars

RM 149 - RM 241

All Car Types

RM 222 - RM 318

To rent a small car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 177/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Melbourne, Australia (~RM 149/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 241/day). In fact, August is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Melbourne, renting a small car saves you 33% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 215/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Melbourne, Australia (~RM 180/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 293/day). In fact, May is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Melbourne, renting a medium car saves you 18% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 358/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Melbourne, Australia (~RM 293/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 453/day). In fact, July is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Melbourne, renting a large car is 27% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 247/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Melbourne, Australia (~RM 189/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 342/day). In fact, May is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Melbourne, renting a SUV saves you 6% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 414/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a van in Melbourne, Australia (~RM 355/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 536/day). In fact, July is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Melbourne, renting a van is 37% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Melbourne van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 351/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Melbourne, Australia (~RM 284/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 590/day). In fact, July is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Melbourne, renting a luxury car is 26% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Perodua AxiaRM 72/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Honda CivicRM 75/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Proton SagaRM 85/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga

Top rental agencies in Melbourne

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Melbourne known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Melbourne. Reviews were last updated on 17 January 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Melbourne, such as Firefly, Dollar and Budget. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Firefly

7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Dollar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Budget

8.6
Very Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Hertz

8.5
Very Good
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Thrifty

6.9
Okay
8 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Europcar

6.8
Okay
10 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

East Coast Car Rentals

6.5
Okay
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.2

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.2

Avis

6.4
Okay
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.4

Best Melbourne car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Melbourne. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Melbourne with an average daily rate of RM 144. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Melbourne area. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Perodua AxiaRM 72/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Honda CivicRM 75/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Honda CivicRM 84/day
5
M
A/C
Honda Civic

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Melbourne?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 240/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 139/day from Simba Car Hire, booked on Jan. 12.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Melbourne?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Melbourne from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bargain Car Rentals (RM 72/day), JUCY (RM 75/day), and Simba Car Hire (RM 84/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Melbourne?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, EverythingFleet (10.0 rating), Firefly (10.0 rating) and Dollar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Melbourne.

  • What are petrol prices like in Melbourne?

    The average price of petrol in Melbourne is RM 4.86/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 219 and RM 316 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Melbourne for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Melbourne. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about RM 2,756 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Melbourne for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 24% on your car hire. For a below average price in Melbourne, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 8 days in advance.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Melbourne it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Melbourne for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Melbourne can be found for RM 11,813. You can find car rental deals for RM 394 a day on average.

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

    RM 110 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 February, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as RM 161 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Melbourne?

    Nissan X-Trail, which is a Standard vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Melbourne according to Cheapflights users.

Small car rentals in Melbourne

Find small car rental deals in Melbourne from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Melbourne cost an average of RM 126 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Perodua AxiaRM 72/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Perodua AxiaRM 78/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Perodua MyviRM 85/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi

Car rentals by fuel type in Melbourne

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Melbourne. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Melbourne. Deals were last updated on 17 January 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Melbourne. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 17+).

Electric

Electric

RM 30+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 19+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 17+

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