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Cheapflights insights for Canberra car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Canberra, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Canberra?

To get the best deal on car hire in Canberra, book about 11 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 180, which is about 231% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Canberra?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Canberra is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10). Europcar (rated 9.4/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Canberra?

At Canberra, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just AED 158. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging AED 220 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Canberra, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just AED 158. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging AED 220 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

AED 158

February

AED 184

March

AED 198

April

AED 217

May

AED 220

June

AED 187

July

AED 217

August

AED 191

September

AED 198

October

AED 206

November

AED 195

December

AED 209

What car do most people hire in Canberra?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Canberra are the following: SUV cars (Hyundai Ioniq or similar), Standard cars (Class Standard Car or similar), and Intermediate cars (Hyundai Accent or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Canberra?

Hertz has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Thrifty has the second-highest number of locations in Canberra at 3.

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 12 July 2025.
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

9.4
Wonderful
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

9.7

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

Sixt

8.4
Very Good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.8

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

7.4
Good
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Dollar

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Canberra, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Canberra for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Canberra. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about AED 1,020 per week.

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

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

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