Most popular company | NOBIRDS |
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Price of gas per gallon | $3.86 |
Average price per day | $36 |
Cheapest price per day | $12 |
Here are the best Sydney small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Sydney medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Sydney SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Sydney van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
For the best savings on car rentals in Sydney, make your reservation 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just $31/day—about 15% less than the yearly average.
Simba Car Hire is currently the cheapest rental car company in Sydney with deals as low as $11.24/day found in the past two weeks. JUCY is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $12.74/day.
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest rated car rental company in Sydney is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Thrifty (rated 8.8/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
The cheapest month to rent a car in Sydney is May where you can expect to pay $29/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Sydney is December ($46/day on average). The average daily rental price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you rent.
January
$36
February
$32
March
$36
April
$42
May
$29
June
$32
July
$39
August
$36
September
$33
October
$38
November
$37
December
$46
SUV rentals (Kia Sportage or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Sydney. Intermediate rentals (Subaru Forester or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard rentals (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar).
Thrifty has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second highest number of locations in Sydney at 7.
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For car rentals in Sydney, you need to have a valid driver’s license. The license should have the class specification to suit your desired cheap car rental in Sydney. If the license is from overseas, it should be in English or be accompanied by an International Driving Permit in English. You’re permitted to drive for up to three months on an international driving license. The driver should be at least 21 years of age, but the city might charge an additional young driver fee for drivers under 25 years of age.
Rental cars in Sydney are right-hand-drive, and drivers drive on the left side of the road. The speed limit within residential areas is 50 km/h (32 mph), while active school and hospital zones enforce 40 km/h (25 mph). However, the maximum speed on rural roads can be as high as 100 km/h (62 mph), while for motorways and freeways, it can be up to 110 km/h (68 mph). While driving car rentals in Sydney, wearing a safety belt is compulsory. The requirement applies to all front and rear seat car occupants. For children up to age seven, you should ensure to rent a car fitted with child restraints. Further, every driver, even those driving a luxury car rental in Sydney, should have a BAC below 0.05%. It is best to check with Sydney motor vehicle authorities for recent law changes.
If you’re going to spend most of your time navigating the busy city, you should consider renting a smaller vehicle. It will be easier for you to find parking even in tight spots and easily maneuver some of the smaller roads within the city. Compact cars are also fuel-efficient, allowing you to visit many parts of the city on a budget. Some of the most popular compact vehicles offered by Sydney car rentals agencies include the Mitsubishi Mirage, Suzuki Swift, Nissan Micra, and more. If several people accompany you, a passenger van rental will be a good deal.
Private parking buildings are some of the best places to park rental cars in Sydney. Wilson and Secure are the primary private parking providers within the city. They provide security patrols and a wide range of measures to ensure your cheap car rental in Sydney is safe. Secure Parking is open 24/7, with parking fees starting from A$6 ($5). Wilson Parking is also open 24/7, with prices ranging from A$9 ($7). You should only go for Sydney car rentals from professionals. There are various car rental locations in Sydney that you can go visit. The city also offers free 15-minutes parking within the main street retail areas for car rentals in Sydney.
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $36/day when booking a rental car in Sydney. The best deal a user found was for $20/day from JUCY , booked on Jun. 8.
Renting a car in Sydney for a week can be a great option for travel. No Birds, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around $119/week on average.
Yes, renting a vehicle in Sydney for a month is certainly possible.
Generally, a month-long car rental in Sydney can be found for about $510, with the average price for a rental being around $17 a day. Book with JUCY , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 30% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Sydney.
It costs $80 for a weekend car rental in Sydney, on average. The cheapest type of car rental you can book on any given weekend is the Mini as prices are generally lower for these rental types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a rental car in Sydney in July, prices are $49 per day on average.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Sydney. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($14+).