Car hire in Canberra, Australia

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These are the lowest Canberra car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Canberra?

Our data shows that October is the cheapest month to rent a car in Canberra. It’s around $ 171.150 per day in October, compared to the yearly average of $ 320.314 per day.
Cheapest month avgOctober • $ 171.150
Yearly avg price$ 320.314

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There are 52 car hire providers in Canberra. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Canberra

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Canberra. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Canberra

Hertz
Thrifty
Europcar
Avis
Budget
Turo

What's the most popular car to hire in Canberra?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Suzuki Swift is the most popular car to hire in Canberra, with prices starting from $ 105.433 per day. The Kia Carnival and similar models are also popular drives in Canberra.
Suzuki Swift
Suzuki Swift14% chose this
Kia Carnival
Kia Carnival11% chose this
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla8% chose this
Polestar 2
Polestar 25% chose this
Most popular carSuzuki Swift
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Canberra's cheapest car hire providers

Turo has the cheapest car hire in Canberra right now, with prices from $ 105.433 per day. You'll save an average of $ 478 per day when you book with them.
Turofrom $ 105.433 per day
Budgetfrom $ 105.911 per day
Cheapest providerTuro
Book with them to save around$ 478 per day

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Hiring a car in Canberra: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyHertz
Most popular carLarge, fullsize pick up truck
Average daily price$ 553.017
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Canberra

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Canberra car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Canberra that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Canberra for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Canberra avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Canberra, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Canberra car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Canberra is $ 553.017 per day or $ 5.051.400 for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is $ 105.433 per day for Medium hire from Enterprise. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: $ 282.099 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 105.433 per day.
SUV
Average price: $ 657.862 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 111.097 per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: $ 804.078 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 180.270 per day.
Electric
Average price: $ 804.078 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 147.798 per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Canberra is Medium, estate. The most popular is Large, fullsize pick up truck.
The cheapest car hire companies in Canberra are currently Avis and Europcar.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Canberra is currently August.
On average, around $ 5.051.400. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Canberra is $ 738.031.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Canberra for a whole month is $ 11.579.596. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Canberra, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Canberra that have free cancellation. 
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Canberra offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Canberra, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Canberra is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.