Alice Springs

Cheap Car Rentals in Alice Springs from $144

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Alice Springs with a pick-up date of 16/5 and drop-off date of 19/5. 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.
Alice Springs, NT, Australia
3 May — 10 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Alice Springs, NT, Australia
Fri 3/5
Noon
Fri 10/5
Noon

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Alice Springs?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Alice Springs 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 26 April 2024.

January

$89

February

$95

March

$119

April

$117

May

$131

June

$154

July

$147

August

$137

September

$124

October

$109

November

$100

December

$95

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Alice Springs is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. 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 Alice Springs

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Alice Springs and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 26 April 2024.

At $144/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Alice Springs in the past week. Out of 15 car hire agencies operating in Alice Springs, there are, in total, 25 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Alice Springs

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Alice Springs to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Small cars

$61 - $122

All Car Types

$66 - $175

To hire a small car in Alice Springs, Australia, you would pay an average price of $95/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Alice Springs, Australia (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$122/day). In fact, October is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Alice Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alice Springs, hiring a small car saves you 18% 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 Alice Springs small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Alice Springs, Australia, you would pay an average price of $92/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Alice Springs, Australia (~$77/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$180/day). In fact, October is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Alice Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alice Springs, 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. Here are the best Alice Springs medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Alice Springs, Australia, you would pay an average price of $122/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Alice Springs, Australia (~$78/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$202/day). In fact, October is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Alice Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alice Springs, hiring a SUV is 5% 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 Alice Springs SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla$144/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Yaris$152/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Top rental agencies in Alice Springs

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Alice Springs known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Alice Springs. Reviews were last updated on 26 April 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Alice Springs, including National, Budget and Alamo. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

National

1 location

Budget

9.6
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.6

Hertz

9.2
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.3

Europcar

8.0
Very Good
1 review1 location

Sixt

1 location

Avis

2 locations

Best Alice Springs car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Alice Springs. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Alice Springs with an average daily rate of $174. Data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Alice Springs. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Toyota Corolla$144/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Mazda Mazda6$144/day
5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda6
Suzuki Swift$152/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alice Springs, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 April 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Alice Springs?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Alice Springs from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($144/day), Budget ($152/day), and Hertz ($352/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Budget (9.6 rating), Alamo (9.3 rating) and Thrifty (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Alice Springs.

  • What are petrol prices like in Alice Springs?

    The average price of petrol in Alice Springs is $1.90/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $86 and $124 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in Alice Springs for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $637/week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Alice Springs it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 66%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Alice Springs?

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

  • How much is a car hire in Alice Springs for a weekend?

    It costs $0 for a weekend car hire in Alice Springs, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Compact as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Alice Springs in May, prices are $0 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Alice Springs?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Alice Springs is Standard (Nissan X-Trail) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Alice Springs

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Alice Springs. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Alice Springs. Deals were last updated on 26 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Alice Springs. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($111+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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