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Cheap Car Hire in Canberra from $44

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 Canberra with a pick-up date of 15/7 and drop-off date of 15/8. 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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Canberra car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Canberra. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 June 2025.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

$1.56

Average price per day

$72

Cheapest price per day

$44

Popular car types in Canberra

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Canberra and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 27 June 2025.

In Canberra, there are 28 active hire locations from 16 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Canberra in the past week - currently priced from $44/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare car hire deals in Canberra by type

Here are the best Canberra small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Canberra medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Canberra SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Canberra van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mitsubishi Mirage$44/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Honda Fit$46/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Mercedes-Benz A-Class$47/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Best car hire deals found in Canberra

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Canberra. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Canberra with an average daily rate of $62. Data was last updated on 27 June 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Canberra area. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Mitsubishi Mirage$44/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
MG 5$45/day
5
M
A/C
MG 5
Honda Fit$46/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Cheapflights insights for Canberra car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Canberra, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Canberra?

Book your car hire in Canberra 11 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $75/day on average when booked 11 days ahead, which saves you 37% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Canberra?

Europcar is currently the cheapest car hire company in Canberra with deals as low as $35.57/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $46.68/day.

What is the best car rental company in Canberra?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Canberra is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10). Europcar (rated 9.4/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Canberra?

At Canberra, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $66. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging $92 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Canberra, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $66. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging $92 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$66

February

$76

March

$83

April

$90

May

$92

June

$80

July

$90

August

$80

September

$84

October

$86

November

$81

December

$87

What car do most people hire in Canberra?

SUV cars (Class Economy SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Canberra. Economy cars (Class Economy SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Canberra?

Both Hertz and Thrifty have 4 locations in Canberra, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in Canberra

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Canberra known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Canberra. Reviews were last updated on 27 June 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Canberra, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar and Avis. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Europcar

9.4
Wonderful
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

9.7

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.4
Very Good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

East Coast Car Rentals

2 locations

Alamo

8.0
Very Good
26 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.3

Hertz

7.4
Good
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Dollar

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Canberra, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 June 2025.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Canberra?

    You can book a car hire in Canberra using your driving licence, as long as it’s not printed in a non-Roman alphabet like Cyrillic or Greek, or it’ll need an international driving permit too. You’ll also have to be at least 21 for a Canberra car hire, and to hire top-end models or for passenger van hire, you’ll need to be at least 25.

  • What are the rules for driving in Canberra?

    When booking hire cars in Canberra you’ll be driving on the left-hand side of the road. The maximum legal blood alcohol level is set at 0.05% and is stringently enforced. Speed limits to remember with car hire in Canberra are 50-60 km/h in urban areas and 100-110 km/h on the highways. Seatbelts are compulsory for all occupants. It’s also a good idea to check on the Canberra Traffic Authority website for any recent changes to the traffic laws, before you book Canberra car hire.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Canberra?

    Canberra is surrounded by rural areas and national parks, so if you want to go exploring, MPVs or SUVs make a good choice of car hire in Canberra. The city is moderately sized with excellent streets, so a sedan or economy car hire will do the trick in the downtown area. And, if you’re looking to save some money, you can always find cheap car hire in Canberra across all categories.

  • Where are the best places to park in Canberra?

    You’ll need to take parking into consideration when booking hire cars in Canberra, as the downtown area can get pretty busy. Luckily, there’s a lot of parking in the city, both paid and free. One of the largest car parks is Canberra Centre Car Park, which is pretty representative of most. It costs around A$2 for half an hour and A$4 for up to two hours, and the daily rate is roughly A$30. Before plunging ahead, have a look through Cheapflights for cheap car hire in Canberra.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Canberra?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $72/day when booking a car hire in Canberra. The absolute best deal a user found was for $44/day from Turo, booked on Jun. 22.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Canberra for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Canberra. They can have you in a hire car for about $483 per week on average.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Canberra however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Our recent data shows that Turo can potentially be 58% below the average car hire price in Canberra. Check prices and availability for Turo and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Canberra is on average $2,068 a month or $69 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Canberra car hire.

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

    Car hire prices in Canberra are typically $101 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Supplier choice to save money on your trip to $101. Our users have found prices for Supplier choice car hire in July to be on average $84 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Canberra

Browse car hires by fuel type in Canberra. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Canberra. Deals were last updated on 27 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Canberra. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($29+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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