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Cheap Car Rentals in Canberra from $116
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 13/10 and drop-off date of 18/10. 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 rentals 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 28 August 2025.
Most popular company | EUROPCAR |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.78 |
Average price per day | $95 |
Cheapest price per day | $116 |
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 28 August 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Canberra this past week from 27 hire locations out of 16 hire agencies. Prices for a Canberra small car hire start from $116/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
$116+
Compact
$125+
Intermediate
$120+
SUV
$165+
People mover
$181+
Full-size SUV
$162+
Premium SUV
$210+
Compact SUV
$122+
Compare car rental 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:
Mazda Mazda2$116/day
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Toyota Yaris$125/day
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Best car rental 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 $155. Data was last updated on 28 August 2025.
Mazda Mazda2$116/day
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Nissan Altima$120/day
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BMW X2$122/day
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Cheapflights insights for Canberra car rentals
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?
For the best savings on car rentals in Canberra, make your reservation 11 days before pickup. The average price then is just $82/day – about 51% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Canberra?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental 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.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10.0
Europcar
9.4
Avis
9.0
Sixt
8.4
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Canberra?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Canberra is January, when you can expect to pay $73/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Canberra is May ($102/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$73
February
$85
March
$92
April
$100
May
$102
June
$83
July
$94
August
$90
September
$90
October
$95
November
$90
December
$97
Which car hire company has the most locations in Canberra?
Hertz has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Thrifty has the second-highest number of locations in Canberra at 3.
Top rental 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 28 August 2025.
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
4 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.7
Overall
9.4
Pick-up/drop-off
9.4
Value
9.7
Avis
1 review•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
8.0
Sixt
7 reviews•1 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
26 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
8.3
Hertz
6 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Overall
7.4
Pick-up/drop-off
7.2
Value
6.7
Dollar
1 location
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Canberra, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Canberra?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $95/day when booking a car hire in Canberra. The absolute best deal a user found was for $78/day from Budget, booked on Aug. 24.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Canberra for a week from Europcar?
Europcar is one of the top picks in Canberra. They can have you in a hire car for about $760 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Canberra?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Canberra for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Canberra for a month?
The average cost of a car rental in Canberra for a month is $3,255. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.
How much is a car hire in Canberra for a weekend?
The average price for a weekend car hire in Canberra is $116. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Canberra. For the month of September, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Canberra for as low as $0/day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Canberra
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Canberra. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Canberra. Deals were last updated on 28 August 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Canberra. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($68+).
Electric
$68+
Hybrid
$69+
Petrol/Diesel
$108+