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Cheap Car Rentals in Brisbane from $31

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 Brisbane with a pick-up date of 8/3 and drop-off date of 15/3. 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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Brisbane car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Brisbane. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 December 2024.

Most popular company

ALPHA

Price of petrol per litre

$1.90

Average price per day

$64

Cheapest price per day

$31

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Brisbane?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Brisbane 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 18 December 2024.

January

$55

February

$55

March

$65

April

$64

May

$53

June

$57

July

$69

August

$60

September

$67

October

$65

November

$57

December

$83

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Brisbane 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 Brisbane

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Brisbane and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 18 December 2024.

At $31/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Brisbane in the past week. Out of 41 car hire agencies operating in Brisbane, there are, in total, 102 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compare available car types for rental in Brisbane

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Brisbane to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 December 2024.

Small cars

$52 - $72

All Car Types

$74 - $102

To hire a small car in Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of $62/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Brisbane, Australia (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$72/day). In fact, June is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, hiring a small car saves you 29% 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 Brisbane small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of $73/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Brisbane, Australia (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$83/day). In fact, November is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, hiring a medium car saves you 17% 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 Brisbane medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of $122/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Brisbane, Australia (~$97/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$177/day). In fact, June is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, hiring a large car is 30% 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 hire a SUV in Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of $84/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Brisbane, Australia (~$70/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$107/day). In fact, November is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, hiring a SUV saves you 4% 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 Brisbane SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of $146/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in Brisbane, Australia (~$112/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$172/day). In fact, June is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, hiring a van is 41% 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 Brisbane van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of $102/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Brisbane, Australia (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$141/day). In fact, December is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, hiring a pickup truck 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 hire a luxury car in Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of $129/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Brisbane, Australia (~$110/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$161/day). In fact, March is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, hiring a luxury car is 33% 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 Brisbane luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki Swift$31/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Mercedes-Benz EQA$36/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz EQA

Top rental agencies in Brisbane

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Brisbane known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Brisbane. Reviews were last updated on 18 December 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Brisbane area such as Budget, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Budget

9.5
Wonderful
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.5

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
8 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Avis

8.2
Very Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

9.1

Apex

8.1
Very Good
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

8.1

Dollar

7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

East Coast Car Rentals

7.8
Good
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.8

Europcar

7.7
Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Best Brisbane car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Brisbane. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Brisbane with an average daily rate of $52. Data was last updated on 18 December 2024.
Peruse the best Brisbane car rental deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Suzuki Swift$31/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Hyundai Avante$34/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Avante
Holden Trax$35/day
4
M
A/C
Holden Trax

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Brisbane, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Brisbane?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $64/day when booking a car hire in Brisbane. The absolute best deal a user found was for $40/day from Provider's pick, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Brisbane?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Brisbane from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bargain Car Rentals ($29/day), Simba Car Hire ($31/day), and EverythingFleet ($51/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating), Sixt (10.0 rating) and Ace Rental Cars (9.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Brisbane.

  • What are petrol prices like in Brisbane?

    The average price of petrol in Brisbane is $1.90/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $85 and $123 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Brisbane for a week from Alpha?

    Hiring a car in Brisbane for a week can be a great option for travel. Alpha, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $362/week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 32%. Aim to book your car hire at least 45 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Brisbane.

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

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Brisbane for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Provider's pick can potentially be 47% below the average car hire price in Brisbane. Check prices and availability for Provider's pick and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Brisbane is on average $1,550 a month or $52 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Brisbane car hire.

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

    Car hire prices in Brisbane are typically $96 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to $96. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in January to be on average $82 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Brisbane?

    MG 3, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Brisbane according to Cheapflights users.

Car rentals by fuel type in Brisbane

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Brisbane. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Brisbane. Deals were last updated on 18 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Brisbane. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($20+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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