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Cheap Car Rentals in Melbourne from Rp 381,588

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 10/5 and drop-off date of 15/5. 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 19 March 2025.

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 17,786.57

Average price per day

Rp 765,525

Cheapest price per day

Rp 381,588

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 19 March 2025.

January

Rp 658,761

February

Rp 576,416

March

Rp 757,575

April

Rp 691,699

May

Rp 576,416

June

Rp 658,761

July

Rp 708,168

August

Rp 642,292

September

Rp 642,292

October

Rp 658,761

November

Rp 658,761

December

Rp 922,266

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Melbourne is February. 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 19 March 2025.

In Melbourne, there are 132 active hire locations from 50 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Melbourne in the past week - currently priced from Rp 381,588/day. View deals for 2 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Rp 458,333+

Compact

Compact

Rp 381,588+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 404,974+

SUV

SUV

Rp 634,387+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 828,063+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 849,967+

Mini

Mini

Rp 369,895+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 881,917+

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 19 March 2025.

Small cars

Rp 477,066 - Rp 924,876

All Car Types

Rp 805,171 - Rp 1,429,723

To hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 655,464/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Melbourne, Australia (~Rp 477,066/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 924,876/day). In fact, October is about 28% 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 44% 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 Rp 919,373/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Melbourne, Australia (~Rp 510,886/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~Rp 1,415,004/day). In fact, September is about 45% 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 22% 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 large car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,438,877/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Melbourne, Australia (~Rp 892,687/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 2,268,229/day). In fact, November is about 38% 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 19% 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 Rp 1,116,373/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Melbourne, Australia (~Rp 788,725/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 1,410,060/day). In fact, November is about 30% 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 saves you 5% 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 van in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,703,378/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Melbourne, Australia (~Rp 1,308,680/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~Rp 2,507,191/day). In fact, September is about 24% 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 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 hire a luxury car in Melbourne, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 869,358/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Melbourne, Australia (~Rp 928,359/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~Rp 2,743,247/day). In fact, November is about 6% 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 saves you 26% 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.

Toyota CorollaRp 381,588/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 450,264/day
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Toyota Corolla

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 19 March 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Melbourne, including Firefly, Dollar and Budget in Melbourne. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

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

9.3

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

Thrifty

6.7
Okay
8 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.9

Europcar

6.5
Okay
13 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

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

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 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 Rp 559,124. Data was last updated on 19 March 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on rental cars in Melbourne. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Toyota CorollaRp 381,588/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 450,264/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota RAV4Rp 634,387/day
2
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Toyota RAV4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Melbourne?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 765,525/day when booking a car hire in Melbourne. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 570,224/day from Alpha, booked on Mar. 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: EverythingFleet (Rp 381,588/day), Simba Car Hire (Rp 404,974/day), and Bargain Car Rentals (Rp 450,264/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Dollar (10.0 rating), EverythingFleet (10.0 rating) and Firefly (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 Rp 17,786.57/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 800,395 and Rp 1,156,126 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Europcar is one of the most popular car hire companies in Melbourne, offering car hire for around Rp 4,469,532 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 19% in Melbourne - we recommend booking at least 28days in advance.

  • 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?

    The average cost of a car rental in Melbourne for a month is Rp 19,155,138. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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

    It costs Rp 893,939 for a weekend car hire in Melbourne, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Mini as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Melbourne in April, prices are Rp 716,568 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Melbourne?

    Kia Carnival, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Melbourne according to Cheapflights users.

Van rentals in Melbourne

Find van rental deals in Melbourne from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Melbourne cost an average of Rp 1,121,871 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2025.
In terms of van rentals in Melbourne, these are some the best options we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Toyota InnovaRp 1,121,871/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Innova

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 19 March 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Melbourne. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (Rp 21+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 38+

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 21+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 27+

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