
Cheap Car Hire in Canberra from $42
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 17/6 and drop-off date of 17/7. 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.
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 3 June 2025.
Most popular company | ENTERPRISE |
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Price of petrol per litre | $1.55 |
Average price per day | $84 |
Cheapest price per day | $42 |
Cheapest time to hire a car in Canberra
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Canberra 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 3 June 2025.
January
$66
February
$77
March
$83
April
$91
May
$91
June
$80
July
$89
August
$80
September
$84
October
$86
November
$81
December
$87
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 3 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 $42/day. View deals for 6 car types available to hire in this destination:
Compare available car types for hire in Canberra
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Canberra to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 June 2025.
Small cars | $72 - $96 | |
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All Car Types | $94 - $124 |
To hire a small car in Canberra, Australia, you would pay an average price of $84/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Canberra, Australia (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$96/day). In fact, October is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Canberra. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canberra, hiring a small car saves you 23% 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 Canberra small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Canberra, Australia, you would pay an average price of $89/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Canberra, Australia (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$106/day). In fact, January is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Canberra. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canberra, hiring a medium car saves you 17% 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 Canberra medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Canberra, Australia, you would pay an average price of $136/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Canberra, Australia (~$116/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$156/day). In fact, October is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Canberra. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canberra, hiring a large car is 22% 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 Canberra large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Canberra, Australia, you would pay an average price of $102/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Canberra, Australia (~$85/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$121/day). In fact, January is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Canberra. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canberra, hiring a SUV saves you 6% 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 Canberra SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Canberra, Australia, you would pay an average price of $150/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Canberra, Australia (~$120/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$198/day). In fact, March is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Canberra. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canberra, hiring a van is 28% 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 Canberra van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a pickup truck in Canberra, Australia, you would pay an average price of $112/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Canberra, Australia (~$96/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$156/day). In fact, February is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Canberra. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canberra, hiring a pickup truck 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.
To hire a luxury car in Canberra, Australia, you would pay an average price of $104/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Canberra, Australia (~$88/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$123/day). In fact, July is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Canberra. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canberra, hiring a luxury car saves you 4% 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 Canberra luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 3 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.
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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 $58. Data was last updated on 3 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.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Canberra, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 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 $84/day when booking a car hire in Canberra. The absolute best deal a user found was for $51/day from Turo, booked on May 25.
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 $700 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 67% 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 $3,001 a month or $100 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 $139 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 $139. Our users have found prices for Supplier choice car hire in July to be on average $101 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Canberra
Browse car hires by fuel type in Canberra. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Canberra. Deals were last updated on 3 June 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Canberra. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($25+).