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Car Rental in Melbourne

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  • from $56 per day
  • 9.4 top rated · Alamo

A rental car here costs $136 a day on average, about $957 for a week. Budget is the cheapest for a small car, about $67 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jul 2026.

  • In the terminal: 4
  • Free cancellation: 5 of 5
  • Alamo
  • National
  • Enterprise
  • Budget
  • Avis

Where to pick up in Melbourne

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Melbourne Airport · 3 km Airport 5 $67 22 min

Nearby, 36–36 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Us Port Canaveral Downtown · 36 km City office 1 $147 16 min

Car rental prices in Melbourne by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Economy Mitsubishi Mirage, Hyundai Venue, Kia Rio 5 $56
Compact Nissan Versa, Kia Niro Electric, Kia Soul 5 $67
Intermediate Hyundai Elantra, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Prius Hybrid 5 $86 $113
Standard Volkswagen Jetta 3 $85
Full size Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry 5 $85
Small SUV Jeep Renegade 1 $103
Medium SUV Toyota Rav4, Hyundai Santa Fe, Jeep Wrangler 5 $108 $121
Large SUV Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Explorer, Chevrolet Suburban 5 $142
SUV Ford Flex 2 $112
Minivan Dodge Grand Caravan, Dodge Durango 3 $117
Luxury Audi A4, Cadillac CTS, Cadillac XTS 4 $131
Premium Tesla Model 3, Nissan Maxima, Tesla Model 3 Long Range 3 $71
Convertible Ford Mustang Convertible 3 $104
Small or medium truck Ford F-150, Toyota Tacoma 4 $146
Large truck Chevrolet Silverado 1 $179

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jul 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Hyundai Venue rental car in Melbourne Budget

Hyundai Venue

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $56/day
Kia Niro Electric rental car in Melbourne Budget

Kia Niro Electric

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $67/day
Kia Soul rental car in Melbourne Budget

Kia Soul

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $79/day
Kia Rio rental car in Melbourne Avis

Kia Rio

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $84/day
Mitsubishi Mirage rental car in Melbourne Alamo

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $114/day
Nissan Versa rental car in Melbourne Alamo

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $115/day

Car rental companies in Melbourne

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Jul 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Alamo

In the terminal 33 min wait Credit card only
9.4
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $108/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 9.0 Cleanliness 9.3 Service at the rental desk 9.6 Pick-up process 9.5 Drop-off process 9.7

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Alamo at Melbourne Airport
1 Air Terminal Pkwy, Melbourne, 32901 1864, FL
8448910544

National

In the terminal 23 min wait Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $117/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 9.0

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Airport fee

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

National at Melbourne Airport
1 Air Terminal Pkwy, Melbourne, 32901 1864, FL
8448910545

Enterprise

22 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.4
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $104/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.9 Cleanliness 8.4 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.3 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Enterprise at Melbourne Airport
1 Air Terminal Pkwy, Melbourne, 32901 1864, FL
8337470861

Budget

In the terminal 12 min wait Credit card only
7.1
Very good 10000+ reviews
from $67/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.4 Cleanliness 6.5 Service at the rental desk 6.7 Pick-up process 6.0 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Budget at Melbourne Airport
1 Air Terminal Pkwy, Melbourne, 32901, FL
321-951-4809

Avis

In the terminal 22 min wait Credit card only
6.1
Good 5000+ reviews
from $74/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.7 Cleanliness 6.3 Service at the rental desk 4.3 Pick-up process 4.5 Drop-off process 8.7

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver
  • Airport fee

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

Avis at Melbourne Airport
1 Air Terminal Pkwy, Melbourne, 32901, FL
321-768-7578

Rental conditions in Melbourne

Based on 5 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Jul 2026.

Debit card Not accepted by any of the 5 suppliers.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 5 of 5 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 5 suppliers.
Fuel policy Full to full (4 suppliers)
Transmission All cars are automatic.
Electric and hybrid Kia Niro Electric, Tesla Model 3 Long Range, Toyota Prius Hybrid and Tesla Model 3, from $67 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 5 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (5 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (5 suppliers), Glass and tire waiver (2 suppliers).
Included in the price Airport fee, Breakdown assistance
One-way rental Allowed by 4 suppliers.
Free additional driver Alamo
Extras GPS (5 suppliers), Infant seat (5 suppliers), Child seat (5 suppliers), Booster seat (5 suppliers), Winter tires (3 suppliers), Ski rack (3 suppliers)
Special offers Pre-registration available (1 supplier), Free additional driver (1 supplier), Special discount (1 supplier)

Driving in the USA: drive on the right · 0.08% blood alcohol (0.05% in Utah) · 0.02% for new drivers. Driving rules

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Car rental in Melbourne: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 12 min at Budget to 33 min at Alamo.

For a small car, Budget is the cheapest at about $67 a day and is rated 7.1 out of 10. Alamo is rated 9.4 and costs about $115.

100% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 5 suppliers. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

Car rental in Melbourne: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Melbourne?
Car rental in Melbourne starts from $56 per day, and the average price is $136 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jul 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $410 for a 3-day weekend and $957 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Melbourne?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Melbourne are:
  • Alamo: rated 9.4/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $151 per day
  • National: rated 8.7/10 by 500+ customers, average price $175 per day
  • Enterprise: rated 8.4/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $149 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Jul 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Melbourne?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Melbourne are:
  • Budget: about $67 per day
  • Avis: about $81 per day
  • Alamo: about $115 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jul 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Melbourne?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: Alamo, National and Budget
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Melbourne and return it somewhere else?
Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. In Melbourne, one-way rentals are offered by Alamo, National and Enterprise. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Melbourne?
The minimum age to rent a car in Melbourne is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year.

Can I rent a car in Melbourne with a debit card?
Rental companies in Melbourne typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Melbourne offer unlimited mileage?
5 rental companies in Melbourne include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Alamo, National and Enterprise. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Melbourne?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Melbourne are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Alamo, National, Enterprise and Avis.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Melbourne?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Melbourne include Avis and Budget. The cheapest is Budget, from $67 per day. Hybrids need no charging. With a fully electric car, check the charging options along your route and the company's charging policy before you set off.

What extras can I add to a car rental in Melbourne?
You can add extras when you book or at the rental desk:
  • Additional driver: another person can share the driving if they meet the same requirements as the main driver (age and a valid driving license). Most companies charge a daily fee, but in Melbourne Alamo includes an additional driver for free.
  • GPS navigation, to find your way on unfamiliar roads
  • Child seats, infant seats and booster seats, which are required by law for young children in most countries
  • Extra insurance that lowers or removes the excess you pay if the car is damaged.
Extras are limited, so it's best to reserve them together with the car.

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