Melbourne

Cheap Car Rentals in Melbourne from $14

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 Melbourne with a pick-up date of 6/18 and drop-off date of 6/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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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 June 8, 2025.

Most popular company

BARGAINCAR

Price of gas per gallon

$3.90

Average price per day

$37

Cheapest price per day

$14

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 June 8, 2025.

January

$40

February

$35

March

$43

April

$46

May

$32

June

$39

July

$43

August

$39

September

$39

October

$40

November

$40

December

$57

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 June 8, 2025.

Small cars

$33 - $52

All Car Types

$46 - $80

To rent a small car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of $41/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Melbourne, Australia (~$33/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$52/day). In fact, May is about 22% 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 rental 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 $52/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Melbourne, Australia (~$40/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$75/day). In fact, May is about 25% 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 15% 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 rental 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 $80/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Melbourne, Australia (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$104/day). In fact, June is about 23% 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 23% 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 $60/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Melbourne, Australia (~$46/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$86/day). In fact, May is about 25% 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 2% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of $96/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a van in Melbourne, Australia (~$77/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$132/day). In fact, June is about 21% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of $74/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Melbourne, Australia (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$89/day). In fact, April is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Melbourne, renting a pickup truck is 17% 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 luxury car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of $90/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Melbourne, Australia (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$134/day). In fact, October is about 29% 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 32% 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 convertible in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of $77/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Melbourne, Australia (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$135/day). In fact, May is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Melbourne. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Melbourne, renting a convertible is 20% 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.

Dodge Grand Caravan$14/day
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A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan
Ford Focus$17/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Focus
Hyundai Veloster$18/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Veloster

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 June 8, 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

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

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

Europcar

6.7
Okay
13 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

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

Thrifty

6.3
Okay
6 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.5

Avis

5.6
Fair
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.6

Best car rental deals found in Melbourne

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 $28. Data was last updated on June 8, 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Melbourne area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Dodge Grand Caravan$14/day
2
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan
Ford Focus$17/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Focus
Volkswagen Jetta$17/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Jetta

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on June 8, 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Melbourne?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $37/day when booking a rental car in Melbourne. The best deal a user found was for $21/day from Provider's pick, booked on Jun. 1.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Melbourne for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?

    Bargain Car Rentals is one of the top picks in Melbourne. They can have you in a rental car for about $177 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Melbourne for a month is certainly possible.

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

    You can potentially save up to 40% on a month-long rental by booking with Provider's pick. Provider's pick is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Melbourne can cost you on average $759 a month or $25 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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

    $47 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in Melbourne, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when traveling to Melbourne, then opt for a Compact rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of July, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as $51/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Melbourne

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Melbourne. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Melbourne. Deals were last updated on June 8, 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Melbourne. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest ($14+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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