Car rentals in Canberra City, Canberra

On average, it will cost you $64 per day to rent a car in Canberra City. Depending on the time of year, what type of car you rent, and what agency you rent from, you could end up paying as much as $95 per day or as little as $38 per day. The price of a rental car in Canberra City commonly fluctuates by about 60%.

Europcar ($38/day) is the cheapest car rental company in Canberra City as of the past 72 hours, followed by Hertz ($42/day), and keddy by Europcar ($49/day). Keep in mind that these are the cheapest prices our users have seen recently. Daily rental prices are subject to change based on what neighborhood in Canberra you visit and what type of car you decide to rent.

The best car rental company in Canberra City is Alamo, which has a rating of 8.0/10 from 42 momondo users.

SUV or similar cars are the most popular type of car to rent in Canberra City, with 28% of our users choosing this type over other options. Renting SUV cars in Canberra City costs, on average, $69/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit, what neighborhood you stay in, and what agency you rent from.

The majority of momondo users will rent a car in Canberra City for 30 days at an average cost of $54 per day. Renting for 1 week will cost a total of $407, while renting for just the weekend will cost $136 in total. You can also rent a car for a month or longer if need be - according to our data, renting a car for a month in Canberra City costs, on average, $2,209 total.

Consider renting a car in Canberra City during the month of January. This is the cheapest time of year to rent and you can often find deals for $43/day on average. In contrast, the most expensive month to rent a car in Canberra City is April, when prices are often $58/day on average. Be sure to book your car at least 7 days ahead of your intended pick-up date for the best deals.

Prices for cars in Canberra City were last updated today.

The number of operators available for cars in Canberra City is 27 as of April 2025.

Among different countries, including Canberra City, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

To rent a car in Canberra City, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.