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Cheap Car Rentals in Canberra

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What is the cheapest time to rent 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 December 2024.

January

AED 157

February

AED 161

March

AED 202

April

AED 198

May

AED 187

June

AED 187

July

AED 202

August

AED 183

September

AED 202

October

AED 202

November

AED 190

December

AED 213

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Canberra is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Top rental agencies in Canberra

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Canberra known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Canberra. Reviews were last updated on 3 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Canberra, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

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

9.2
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

9.6

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

Budget

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

Sixt

8.4
Very Good
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

8.6

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

7.0
Good
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Canberra, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 December 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Canberra?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (9.0 rating), Europcar (9.0 rating) and Budget (8.8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Canberra.

  • What are petrol prices like in Canberra?

    The average price of petrol in Canberra is AED 3.86/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 174 and AED 251 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Canberra for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 40% in Canberra - we recommend booking at least 49days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Canberra?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Canberra.

  • What car do most people hire in Canberra?

    Kia Carnival, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Canberra according to Cheapflights users.

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