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Cheap Car Rentals in Canberra from $76

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 19/7 and drop-off date of 27/7. 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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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 11 July 2025.

SUV 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 SUV hire start from $76/day. Check out available deals for 1 car type currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car rental deals in Canberra by type

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

BMW X2$76/day
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BMW X2
BMW X4$78/day
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BMW X4

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 $77. Data was last updated on 11 July 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals 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.
BMW X2$76/day
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A/C
BMW X2
BMW X4$78/day
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BMW X4

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 $81/day – about 50% 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.

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 $71/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Canberra is May ($100/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

$71

February

$83

March

$90

April

$98

May

$100

June

$85

July

$98

August

$86

September

$90

October

$93

November

$88

December

$95

What car do most people hire in Canberra?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Canberra are the following: SUV cars (Hyundai Ioniq or similar), Standard cars (Class Standard Car or similar), and Intermediate cars (Hyundai Accent or similar).

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 11 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Canberra, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar and Avis. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

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 rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Canberra, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Canberra for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the top picks in Canberra. They can have you in a hire car for about $686 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 is a car hire in Canberra for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Canberra is $0. Hiring a Supplier choice is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Canberra. For the month of August, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Canberra for as low as $109/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 11 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Canberra. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($42+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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