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Sydney car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Sydney. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

NOBIRDS

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 17,074.75

Average price per day

Rp 583,763

Cheapest price per day

Rp 546,070

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Sydney 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 December 2024.

January

Rp 547,680

February

Rp 612,113

March

Rp 676,546

April

Rp 596,005

May

Rp 499,355

June

Rp 531,572

July

Rp 628,221

August

Rp 579,896

September

Rp 547,680

October

Rp 612,113

November

Rp 596,005

December

Rp 724,871

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Sydney 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Sydney

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Sydney 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 December 2024.

Small cars

Rp 298,405 - Rp 1,193,227

All Car Types

Rp 600,870 - Rp 2,571,666

To hire a small car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 666,831/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Sydney, Australia (~Rp 298,405/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 1,193,227/day). In fact, August is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sydney, hiring a small car saves you 42% 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 medium car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 923,582/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Sydney, Australia (~Rp 530,162/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 2,355,260/day). In fact, November is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sydney, 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.

To hire a large car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,550,539/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Sydney, Australia (~Rp 878,060/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 4,224,710/day). In fact, October is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sydney, hiring 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 hire a SUV in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,099,805/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Sydney, Australia (~Rp 614,871/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 2,267,012/day). In fact, November is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sydney, hiring a SUV saves you 4% 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 Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,672,210/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a van in Sydney, Australia (~Rp 878,060/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 4,668,009/day). In fact, October is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sydney, hiring a van is 33% 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.

Top rental agencies in Sydney

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Sydney known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Sydney. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Sydney, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Thrifty

8.6
Very Good
7 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Avis

8.5
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.0

Budget

8.3
Very Good
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.8

JUCY

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.6

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Hertz

7.8
Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.4

Europcar

4.9
Mediocre
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.3

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.1

Dollar

4.0
Mediocre
2 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

4.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Sydney, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Sydney?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 583,763/day when booking a car hire in Sydney. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 546,070/day from No Birds, booked on Dec. 16.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, YesDrive Car Rental (10.0 rating), Fox (10.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Sydney.

  • What are petrol prices like in Sydney?

    The average price of petrol in Sydney is Rp 17,074.75/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 768,363 and Rp 1,109,858 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Sydney for a week from No Birds?

    No Birds is one of the most popular car hire companies in Sydney, offering car hire for around Rp 4,086,340 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Sydney 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 35% on your car hire. For a below average price in Sydney, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Sydney.

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

    You can potentially save up to 6% on a month-long rental by booking with No Birds. No Birds is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Sydney can cost you on average Rp 17,512,886 a month or Rp 583,763 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • What car do most people hire in Sydney?

    The most popular car to hire while in Sydney is the Kia Carnival, which is a Mini vehicle.

Car rentals by fuel type in Sydney

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Sydney. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Sydney. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Sydney. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (Rp 38+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 38+

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 42+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 45+

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