Cheapflights insights for East Melbourne car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in East Melbourne, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in East Melbourne?
For the best savings on car hire in East Melbourne, make your reservation 66 days before pickup. The average price then is just $41/day – about 16% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in East Melbourne?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in East Melbourne is Dollar (rated 10.0/10). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in East Melbourne?
The cheapest month to hire a car in East Melbourne is June, when you can expect to pay $51/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in East Melbourne is February ($68/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
$54
February
$68
March
$58
April
$52
May
$52
June
$51
July
$52
August
$52
September
$51
October
$52
November
$51
December
$57
Which car hire company has the most locations in East Melbourne?
GREEN MOTION has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alpha has the second-highest number of locations in East Melbourne at 1.
Top hire agencies in East Melbourne, Melbourne
Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in East Melbourne, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.
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GREEN MOTION
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East Melbourne Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in East Melbourne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month at East Melbourne?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For East Melbourne however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.