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Cheap Car Rentals in Melbourne Airport from $26
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 Melbourne Airport with a pick-up date of 3/9 and drop-off date of 11/9. 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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Melbourne Airport car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Melbourne Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 August 2025.
Most popular company | EVERYTHINGFLEET |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | $73 |
Cheapest price per day | $26 |
Popular car types in Melbourne Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Melbourne Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 29 August 2025.
At $26/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire at Melbourne Airport in the past week. Out of 53 car hire agencies operating at Melbourne Airport, there are, in total, 127 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:
Economy
$32+
Compact
$32+
Intermediate
$38+
SUV
$59+
People mover
$71+
Full-size SUV
$72+
Mini
$26+
Passenger van
$105+
Supplier choice
$25+
Compact SUV
$36+
Intermediate SUV
$46+
Standard SUV
$49+
Compare car rental deals at Melbourne Airport by type
Here are the best Melbourne Airport small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Melbourne Airport medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Melbourne Airport SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Melbourne Airport van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Holden Barina$26/day
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Toyota Yaris$32/day
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Suzuki Baleno$41/day
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Best car rental deals found at Melbourne Airport
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Melbourne Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Melbourne Airport with an average daily rate of $52. Data was last updated on 29 August 2025.
Kia Stonic$37/day
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MG ZS$46/day
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Tesla Model 3$38/day
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Cheapflights insights for Melbourne Airport car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Melbourne Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Melbourne Airport?
To get the best deal on a rental car at Melbourne Airport, book about 58 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $37, which is about 24% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company at Melbourne Airport?
Looking to hire a car at Melbourne Airport? EverythingFleet had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $24.88/day. Big Boy Car Rentals also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $25.92/day.
What is the best car hire company at Melbourne Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company at Melbourne Airport is Firefly (rated 10.0/10). Ace Rental Cars (rated 9.8/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Firefly
10.0
Ace Rental Cars
9.8
Apex
7.0
Europcar
6.2
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at Melbourne Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car at Melbourne Airport is May, when you can expect to pay $41/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car at Melbourne Airport is December ($77/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
$46
February
$53
March
$53
April
$60
May
$41
June
$44
July
$49
August
$44
September
$44
October
$51
November
$49
December
$77
What car do most people hire at Melbourne Airport?
Mini cars (MG 3, for example) are the most popular in Melbourne Airport. Economy (Toyota Yaris) and Intermediate (Hyundai i30) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Melbourne Airport.
Which car hire company has the most locations at Melbourne Airport?
At Melbourne Airport, Alpha, Europcar, Firefly, and FlexWays have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Melbourne Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Melbourne Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Melbourne Airport. Reviews were last updated on 29 August 2025.
Firefly
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Ace Rental Cars
4 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Overall
9.8
Pick-up/drop-off
9.5
Value
9.3
Apex
4 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.5
Overall
7.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.5
Value
6.0
Europcar
12 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.6
Overall
6.2
Pick-up/drop-off
7.0
Value
6.8
Yesaway
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Overall
2.0
Pick-up/drop-off
4.0
Value
6.0
Alpha
2 locations
FlexWays
2 locations
Red Spot
2 locations
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Melbourne Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found at Melbourne Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $65/day when booking a car hire at Melbourne Airport. The absolute best deal a user found was for $45/day from Big Boy Car Rentals, booked on Aug. 24.
Which car hire providers are at Melbourne Airport?
There are 10 car rental providers located at Melbourne Airport. The following companies can be found near the Melbourne Airport car rental counter:Avis (10.0)Budget (10.0)Dollar (10.0)EverythingFleet (10.0)Firefly (10.0)Ace Rental Cars (9.8)Aucar Rentals (9.3)Hertz (9.2)Sixt (8.1)Economy Rent a Car (8.0)
How much does it cost to hire a car at Melbourne Airport for a week from East Coast Car Rentals?
East Coast Car Rentals is one of the top picks at Melbourne Airport. They can have you in a hire car for about $356 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month at Melbourne Airport?
Yes, renting a vehicle at Melbourne Airport for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Melbourne Airport for a month?
You can potentially save up to 50% on a month-long rental by booking with Big Boy Car Rentals. Big Boy Car Rentals is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car at Melbourne Airport can cost you on average $1,526 a month or $51 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.
Car rentals by fuel type in Melbourne Airport
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Melbourne Airport. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Melbourne Airport. Deals were last updated on 29 August 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Melbourne Airport. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($19+).
Electric
$28+
Hybrid
$21+
Petrol/Diesel
$19+