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Cheap Car Rentals in Sydney from AED 124

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 Sydney with a pick-up date of 16/3 and drop-off date of 24/3. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Sydney?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Sydney 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 4 March 2025.

January

AED 132

February

AED 121

March

AED 146

April

AED 132

May

AED 110

June

AED 121

July

AED 143

August

AED 128

September

AED 124

October

AED 139

November

AED 135

December

AED 168

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Sydney is May. 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.

Popular car types in Sydney

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Sydney and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 4 March 2025.

At AED 143/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Sydney in the past week. Out of 46 car hire agencies operating in Sydney, there are, in total, 116 hire locations. View below for 2 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

AED 144+

Compact

Compact

AED 160+

Mini

Mini

AED 143+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 154+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 176+

Compare available car types for rental in Sydney

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Sydney to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 March 2025.

Small cars

AED 61 - AED 156

All Car Types

AED 79 - AED 274

To rent a small car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of AED 99/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Sydney, Australia (~AED 61/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 156/day). In fact, May is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Sydney, renting a small car saves you 45% 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 Sydney small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of AED 155/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Sydney, Australia (~AED 66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 394/day). In fact, August is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Sydney, renting a medium car saves you 13% 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.

To rent a large car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of AED 213/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Sydney, Australia (~AED 186/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~AED 414/day). In fact, August is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Sydney, renting a large car is 17% 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 rent a SUV in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of AED 185/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Sydney, Australia (~AED 45/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~AED 303/day). In fact, May is about 76% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Sydney, renting a SUV is 4% 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 Sydney SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of AED 159/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a van in Sydney, Australia (~AED 207/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 334/day). In fact, August is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Sydney, renting a van saves you 11% 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 Sydney van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai AccentAED 144/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai Accent
Nissan SunnyAED 160/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Sunny

Top rental agencies in Sydney

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Sydney known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Sydney. Reviews were last updated on 4 March 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Sydney, such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty and Avis. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Thrifty

8.8
Very Good
5 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.2

Avis

8.5
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.0

Budget

8.3
Very Good
10 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.7

JUCY

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.6

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Hertz

7.8
Good
5 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.4

Europcar

4.9
Mediocre
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.3

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.1

Dollar

4.0
Mediocre
2 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

4.0

Best Sydney car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Sydney. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Sydney with an average daily rate of AED 189. Data was last updated on 4 March 2025.
The best prices on car rentals in Sydney we've found at this time. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Hyundai AccentAED 144/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai Accent
Ford EcoSportAED 159/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Toyota CorollaAED 160/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Sydney, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 March 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Sydney?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Sydney from the following companies over the past two weeks: Enterprise Rent-A-Car (AED 144/day), Dollar (AED 159/day), and Thrifty (AED 176/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Sydney?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, YesDrive Car Rental (10.0 rating), Fox (10.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Sydney.

  • What are petrol prices like in Sydney?

    The average price of petrol in Sydney is AED 3.90/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 175 and AED 253 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Sydney for a week from Simba Car Hire?

    Simba Car Hire is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Sydney. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about AED 764 per week.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 34% on a hire car in Sydney. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Sydney it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much is a car hire in Sydney for a weekend?

    AED 0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Sydney, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Sydney, then opt for a Mini hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of April, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as AED 0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Sydney?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Sydney is Mini (Kia Carnival) based on our Cheapflights data.

Small car rentals in Sydney

Find small car rental deals in Sydney from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Sydney cost an average of AED 143 per day. Price data was last updated on 4 March 2025.
Kia PicantoAED 124/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoAED 143/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoAED 143/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Luxury car rentals in Sydney

Find luxury car rental deals in Sydney from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Sydney cost an average of AED 175 per day. Price data was last updated on 4 March 2025.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car rentals in Sydney. If these car rental deals don't suit your needs, make sure to check back soon as we're constantly finding new offers for our users.
Lexus ESAED 175/day
5
4
M
A/C
Lexus ES

Car rentals by fuel type in Sydney

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Sydney. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Sydney. Deals were last updated on 4 March 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Sydney. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (AED 40+).

Electric

Electric

AED 40+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 42+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 52+

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