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Cheap Car Rentals in Melbourne from ₹ 1,595

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 12/2 and drop-off date of 26/2. 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 2024

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 20 December 2024.

Most popular company

BARGAINCAR

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 92

Average price per day

₹ 5,689

Cheapest price per day

₹ 1,595

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 20 December 2024.

January

₹ 3,233

February

₹ 3,744

March

₹ 4,425

April

₹ 3,744

May

₹ 3,063

June

₹ 3,403

July

₹ 3,659

August

₹ 3,318

September

₹ 3,318

October

₹ 3,489

November

₹ 3,403

December

₹ 4,850

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 20 December 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Melbourne this past week from 131 hire locations out of 49 hire agencies. Prices for a Melbourne small car hire start from ₹ 1,595/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

₹ 1,858+

Compact

Compact

₹ 2,187+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 2,197+

Full-size

Full-size

₹ 6,583+

SUV

SUV

₹ 2,819+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 3,577+

Mini

Mini

₹ 1,595+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₹ 4,800+

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 20 December 2024.

Small cars

₹ 2,569 - ₹ 5,675

All Car Types

₹ 4,304 - ₹ 8,213

To hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 3,387/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia (~₹ 2,569/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 5,675/day). In fact, September is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a small car saves you 39% 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 hire a medium car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 4,493/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Melbourne, Australia (~₹ 3,011/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 6,195/day). In fact, September is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a medium car saves you 19% 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 hire a large car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 7,243/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Melbourne, Australia (~₹ 5,789/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 11,568/day). In fact, June is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a large car is 25% 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 hire a SUV in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,849/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Melbourne, Australia (~₹ 4,683/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 8,444/day). In fact, June is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a SUV is 7% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 8,680/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Melbourne, Australia (~₹ 6,053/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 12,795/day). In fact, May is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring 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.

To hire a pickup truck in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 3,253/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Melbourne, Australia (~₹ 3,613/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~₹ 7,557/day). In fact, March is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a pickup truck saves you 41% 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.

To hire a luxury car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₹ 11,160/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Melbourne, Australia (~₹ 4,797/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~₹ 37,613/day). In fact, June is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Melbourne, hiring a luxury car is 51% 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.

Hyundai i10₹ 1,595/day
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Hyundai i10
Ford Ka₹ 1,858/day
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Ford Ka
Hyundai i20₹ 1,861/day
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Hyundai i20

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 20 December 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Melbourne, such as Firefly, Dollar and Budget. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid 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

6.8
Okay
6 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

6.8

Europcar

6.7
Okay
10 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.1

Avis

6.4
Okay
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.6

East Coast Car Rentals

6.3
Okay
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.0

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 ₹ 2,198. Data was last updated on 20 December 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Melbourne. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Hyundai i10₹ 1,595/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Ford EcoSport₹ 1,828/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Ford Ikon₹ 1,858/day
2
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A/C
Ford Ikon

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Melbourne?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 5,689/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 3,437/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Dec. 16.

  • 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 (₹ 1,595/day), Simba Car Hire (₹ 1,828/day), and EverythingFleet (₹ 1,858/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 ₹ 92/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 4,136 and ₹ 5,974 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 ₹ 15,077 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 24% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 30 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Melbourne.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Melbourne check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    You can potentially save up to 24% 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 ₹ 64,616 a month or ₹ 2,154 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?

    For a weekend car hire in Melbourne, you can expect the average price to be around ₹ 13,008. Usually a Mini hire in Melbourne is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Mini for January, it will cost approximately ₹ 3,582 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Melbourne?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Melbourne is Standard (Mitsubishi Outlander) based on our Cheapflights data.

Car rentals by fuel type in Melbourne

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Melbourne. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Melbourne. Deals were last updated on 20 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Melbourne. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (₹ 22+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 33+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 22+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 24+

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