Cheap Car Hire in New South Wales from R350
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 New South Wales with a pick-up date of 31/7 and drop-off date of 7/8. 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.
New South Wales car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in New South Wales. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 July 2025.
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Popular car types in New South Wales
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in New South Wales and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 2 July 2025.
There are, in total, 3 282 car hire locations in New South Wales that are operated by 104 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R350/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from New South Wales hire providers:
Economy
R368+
Compact
R377+
Intermediate
R364+
SUV
R908+
People carrier
R986+
Full-size SUV
R663+
Mini
R350+
Passenger van
R895+
Compact SUV
R377+
Supplier choice
R386+
Intermediate SUV
R482+
Standard SUV
R686+
Compare car hire deals in New South Wales by type
Here are the best New South Wales small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best New South Wales medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best New South Wales SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Best car hire deals found in New South Wales
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in New South Wales. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in New South Wales with an average daily rate of R600. Data was last updated on 2 July 2025.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the New South Wales region, including options close to Sydney, Newcastle and Ballina. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Cheapflights insights for New South Wales car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in New South Wales, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in New South Wales?
To get the best deal on car hire in New South Wales, book about 50 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R697, which is about 1 398% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in New South Wales?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in New South Wales is Firefly (rated 10.0/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in New South Wales?
Planning to hire a car in New South Wales? February is the cheapest month, costing about R764 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R884. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R835
February
R764
March
R782
April
R877
May
R789
June
R778
July
R884
August
R789
September
R845
October
R842
November
R807
December
R842
What car do most people hire in New South Wales?
SUV cars (Class Premium SUV, for example) are the most popular in New South Wales. Intermediate (Kia Sportage) and Compact (Toyota Corolla) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting New South Wales.
Which car hire company has the most locations in New South Wales?
Thrifty has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in New South Wales at 15.
Top rental agencies in New South Wales
Explore the leading car hire agencies in New South Wales known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in New South Wales. Reviews were last updated on 2 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in New South Wales, including pickup locations serving Sydney, Newcastle and Ballina. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New South Wales, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in New South Wales for a week from Simba Car Hire?
Simba Car Hire is one of the most popular car hire companies in New South Wales, offering car hire for around R4 117 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in New South Wales?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For New South Wales however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
Car hires by fuel type in New South Wales
Browse car hires by fuel type in New South Wales. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in New South Wales. Deals were last updated on 2 July 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in New South Wales. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R24+).
Electric
R30+
Hybrid
R24+
Petrol/Diesel
R25+