Sydney

Cheap Car Rentals in Sydney

Sydney, NSW, Australia
27 Apr — 4 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Sydney, NSW, Australia
Sat 27/4
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Sydney car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Sydney. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

Most popular company

BARGAINCAR

Price of petrol per litre

AED 4.30

Average price per day

AED 156

Cheapest price per day

AED 128

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 20 April 2024.

January

AED 135

February

AED 146

March

AED 154

April

AED 157

May

AED 168

June

AED 154

July

AED 176

August

AED 157

September

AED 146

October

AED 135

November

AED 143

December

AED 176

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Sydney is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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.

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 20 April 2024.

Small cars

AED 56 - AED 301

All Car Types

AED 137 - AED 315

To rent a small car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of AED 161/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Sydney, Australia (~AED 56/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 301/day). In fact, May is about 66% 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 25% 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 medium car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of AED 199/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Sydney, Australia (~AED 106/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~AED 480/day). In fact, October is about 47% 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 8% 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 254/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Sydney, Australia (~AED 159/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 409/day). In fact, October is about 38% 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 16% 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 223/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Sydney, Australia (~AED 120/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~AED 336/day). In fact, October is about 47% 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.

To rent a van in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of AED 242/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a van in Sydney, Australia (~AED 162/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 706/day). In fact, October is about 34% 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 is 11% 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 luxury car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of AED 139/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Sydney, Australia (~AED 167/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~AED 363/day). In fact, January is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Sydney, renting a luxury car saves you 36% 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.

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 20 April 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Sydney, such as Firefly, Budget and Avis. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Firefly

10.0
Wonderful
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

10.0

Budget

8.5
Very Good
23 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.8

Avis

8.4
Very Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.5

Hertz

8.2
Very Good
12 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

8.0

JUCY

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.6

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Thrifty

7.6
Good
16 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Sixt

7.5
Good
21 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Dollar

6.0
Okay
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Sydney, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Sydney?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 156/day when booking a car hire in Sydney. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 128/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Apr. 14.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Fox (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) and Firefly (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 4.30/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 193 and AED 279 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Bargain Car Rentals 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 478 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 32% 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 does it cost to rent a car in Sydney for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Sydney can be found for AED 2,048. You can find car rental deals for AED 68 a day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Sydney?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Sydney is Mini (MG 3) based on our Cheapflights data.

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