How do I book a car in Australia through FindYCar?

Select a city or airport in Australia as the pick-up location, enter your hire dates, and click "Search". Compare the available offers by price and terms, choose the best car, and complete your booking online. You will receive a confirmation email with a voucher.

Where are car hire offices located in Australia?

Car hire offices are available at all major Australian airports (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Cairns, Gold Coast) in the arrivals areas of the terminals. After collecting your luggage, follow the signs for "Car Rental". Hire offices are also commonly found in city centres, near railway stations, and in popular tourist areas.

What documents are required to hire a car in Australia?

You will need a valid driving licence (an International Driving Permit is required if your licence is not in English), a passport, a credit card in the driver’s name, and the booking voucher. Your driving licence must be valid for at least one year.

What is the minimum age to hire a car in Australia?

The minimum hire age is usually 18 years. Some vehicles are only available from 21–25 years. Requirements may vary depending on the hire company and vehicle class. Enter your age during booking to see available options.

Do I need to pay extra for toll roads in Australia?

Yes, some cities in Australia have toll roads. Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane use electronic payment systems. Most hire companies offer an e-TAG device or charge an administrative fee for using toll roads. Check the terms when you collect the car.

What are the driving and parking rules in Australia?

In Australia, driving is on the left-hand side of the road, with the steering wheel on the right. Cities have paid parking zones. Speed limits are usually 50 km/h in urban areas and 100–110 km/h on motorways, with strict enforcement by cameras and radar. In rural areas, watch out for wildlife on the road, especially at night. Distances between cities can be long, so plan your journeys in advance.

Is long-term car hire available in Australia?

Yes, through FindYCar you can hire a car for a long period, from one week up to one month.

Can I hire a car in Australia without a deposit?

Yes, FindYCar offers no-deposit hire options in Australia. Select the "No Deposit" filter during your search. Availability is limited, so it is best to book in advance.

Can I hire a car in Australia without a credit card?

Most hire companies in Australia require a credit card in the driver’s name. However, on FindYCar you can find cars that allow booking with a debit card. Select the "Debit Card" option during the search.

Can I hire a child car seat in Australia?

Yes, child car seats are available as an optional extra from hire companies. In Australia, children under 7 years old are required to use a car seat appropriate for their age and weight.

Is unlimited mileage included with car hire in Australia?

In most offers on FindYCar, unlimited mileage is included, allowing you to drive without distance limits. This is especially convenient in Australia, where distances between cities can be long.

How much does it cost to hire a car in Australia?

Prices depend on the region, season, car class, and hire duration. On average, economy cars cost 40 to 60 AUD per day, compact cars 50 to 80 AUD, and family saloons or SUVs 80 to 150 AUD per day. During school holidays, prices increase by 30–50%. Weekly hires usually offer lower daily rates. You can compare offers on FindYCar.

How can I cancel or amend a car hire booking?

Use the link in your confirmation email or log in to your FindYCar account. Most rates allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

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The best way to hire a car in Australia with FindYCar

There are no long instructions or confusing steps here; just three steps are needed to hire a car in Australia today:

Find the perfect deal on FindYCar using our search and filters.
Book now and check available upgrades (insurance, extra features, etc.).
Confirm by clicking “Pay Now”. This requires a 20% or 100% prepayment by card.

Location

You are free to specify any location you prefer to collect your vehicle (this could be a city, airport, or delivery)
Enter the start and end dates of the rental and perform a search.

Booking

Choose a car and add additional services (insurance, no deposit)
Book a car through our website and make the payment online
You will receive an email voucher with the rental company’s contact details and pick-up instructions.

Pick-Up

When collecting the car, you will need to present your voucher, passport, driving licence, and a credit card (if a deposit is required)
Sign the rental agreement, collect the car, and enjoy your trip.

Cheap Car Hire in Australia: The Best of FindYCar

Lush nature and lifeless deserts, calm rivers and turbulent oceans, provincial towns and large cities – where else can you find such diversity in one country? Australia is a vast land of striking contrasts, where even nature can change by 180 degrees in a matter of minutes, yet it never ceases to amaze with its beauty.

Hiring a car in Australia may not be the only way to travel, but it will help you do everything and more:

Enjoy beach fun along the ocean coast
Explore the beauty of Tasmania’s national parks
Discover unique examples of local flora and fauna (home to distinctive animal and plant species found nowhere else)
Experience the cultural life of major cities such as Melbourne, Sydney, and beyond.

No deposit, free cancellation, safety/child/booster seat, cash payment, no credit card, and dozens of top features you can book at any time via FindYCar. Try it as soon as possible.

What is the price of car hire in Australia?

Hiring a car in Australia offers an experience that balances reasonable pricing with high-quality service. Here are some popular vehicle types and their daily rates:

Economy cars: $20-$28 per day
Mid-range cars: $25-$36 per day
SUVs and people carriers: $34-$52 per day
Luxury cars: $80+ per day

FindYCar aims to provide maximum value at the lowest price, so we recommend following these guidelines:

Make a reservation as early as possible
Use filter pages to find the best deals
Plan a long-term car hire
Try city pick-up rather than airport pick-up.

Also, use the following information to compare prices:

Table of rental prices for popular cars in Australia by season

Car model	Body type	Passengers	Luggage capacity	Price per day (low season)	Price per day (high season)
Toyota Yaris	Economy	5	2	$28	$53
Hyundai i30	Compact	5	3	$30	$58
Toyota Corolla	Standard Saloon	5	3	$33	$60
Mazda CX-5	Compact SUV	5	3	$37	$72
Toyota RAV4	SUV	5	3	$40	$78
Toyota Kluger	Full-size SUV	7	4	$50	$92
Kia Carnival	People carrier	7-8	4	$63	$110
BMW 3 Series	Luxury saloon	5	3	$75	$135
Toyota HiAce	Passenger van	12	5	$70	$130

⚠️ Important: The prices listed are approximate and may vary depending on the pick-up city in Australia (for example, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane), the hire company, booking date, specific vehicle model, insurance terms, and rental duration. The table shows average market prices and does not guarantee vehicle availability at the stated rates. Some offers for car hire without a deposit and without using a credit card are also included, where available.

Chart of car hire prices in Australia: seasonal analysis based on verified bookings

Our experience shows that the lowest car hire prices in Australia occur in March at $25, which is 28.7% below the annual average. The most expensive month is December at $51, meaning it is 104% higher than March and 45.4% above the average price.

Among the other months, the cheapest are May at $30, June at $31, and February, August, and November at $32 each. The most expensive months after December are April at $43 and January at $40.

Our results, based on verified bookings through our FindYCar website, show a clear seasonal trend: it is most advantageous to hire a car in spring and least advantageous in December. The statistics include all vehicle types and classes, as well as bookings with no deposit and no credit card.

40 $

JAN

32 $

FEB

25 $

MAR

43 $

APR

30 $

MAY

31 $

JUN

38 $

JUL

32 $

AUG

34 $

SEP

33 $

OCT

32 $

NOV

51 $

DEC

Hiring a car in Australia: what documents do I need?

This country is different from European or North American countries, but it has the same requirements for drivers that you are used to:

Driving licence
Passport
Credit card
Booking voucher.

Traffic Rules

Not 10, but 5 rules to keep in mind to make car hire in Australia as smooth as possible:

DRIVE ON THE LEFT.
Speed limits: no faster than 50 km/h in the city and 100–130 km/h on open roads or motorways.
Always wear your seat belt and use a child seat if travelling with a child under 12.
Watch out for animals; they may run into the road.
The alcohol limit for experienced drivers is 0.05%.

Parking

Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, and other major cities are a real parking nightmare.

However, you can solve this by paying $2–$3 per hour for a good space in the city centre. A daytime space can cost $50–$65.

Petrol Stations

The average nationwide price for a gallon of regular petrol is $4–$4.50 ($1–$1.25 per litre), but this can vary by region and time of year.

Refuelling at large service stations along motorways or near cities is always the best choice, as prices are usually slightly lower.

Toll Roads

Large cities often have cashless toll roads, where only electronic payment via E-Tag is available.

The average charge per vehicle is approximately $2–$10.

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