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Car Rental Canberra

Car-Rentals.com Canberra is an independent car rental comparison site. Our system compares prices from well-known car rental companies so as a customer you can always book your rental car trough us at a competitive rate.

Popular rental locations in Canberra

The following rental locations are the most popular for renting a car in Canberra

Car Rental Canberra Airport

Car rental companies in Canberra

Below are the car rental companies in Canberra with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Hertz

    9.3 (6938)
    No rates available

  • Europcar

    8.4 (8200)
    No rates available

  • Thrifty

    8.3 (5535)
    No rates available

  • Alamo

    8.5 (8729)
    No rates available

  • Avis

    7.6 (6025)
    No rates available

  • Budget

    8.6 (9700)
    No rates available

  • Dollar Rent a Car

    8.1 (4394)
    No rates available

  • National Car Rental

    8.2 (406)
    No rates available

  • Sixt

    7.9 (3374)
    No rates available

  • Enterprise

    8.8 (1948)
    No rates available

  • East Coast Car Rentals

    8.3 (130)
    No rates available

  • FireFly Car Rental

    7.5 (3847)
    No rates available

  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.8 (3407)
    No rates available
Customer experience
Good and reliable company for renting a car abroad
Easy website, easy phone contact when I had questions. Everything well-organized. Friendly staff. Have rented a car through this company several times and have always been very satisfied.

Recent reviews

Our customers rate us a 8.3/10 out of 51

great price

we hired the car through east coast rentals in Brisbane and from start to finish they did everything they could to make our driving experience the best it could be
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mattoxby
Brisbane Airport

Al's Australia trip

The only thing I didn't like was:- The original website offered excess cover insurance at 50% off. What it did not say was that this insurance was for use in Europe only and I had to pay Questor an additional sum to get cover for Australia...Make the web pages more honest !!! Otherwise the booking, the car, the pick up and the drop off was absolutely brilliant!!!!!
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Alrobbo
Perth International Airport

Booking was smooth, car worked fine, price OK

I picked this car up from National in Melbourne, drove to Philip Island and Dandenongs and back, on a few dirt roads too, the car (a Holden) went well, OK on fuel, it was cheapest deal I could find, and the site gave me a few options from different companies, with details of the cars and the extras, what's not included and so on. It all went smoothly. The staff were a bit busy and abrupt but no probs when I brought it back.
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BonnyS
Melbourne Airport

keep the cost down

Easy to use site. Only drawback is that you don't know who you are booking with until you have committed. You can always cancel, though if it doesn't suit. For instance, I wasn't aware that the firm selected was off airport until I received the confirmation. Didn't bother me, and the shuttle service was excellent.
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stokesp
Brisbane Airport

Very cheap, good car, somewhat near the airport...

We were visiting friends in Wellington, New Zealand and used 121, who arranged a rental voucher for 'Ace Rentals', a local firm. We got a very reasonable 2006 Nissan with about 80'000 miles on the clock which I am told is good for New Zealand. The only problem was the location, a good 15 minute drive from the airport, but there was a free shuttle so for the money we could not really complain. The car was well maintained and clean, and the staff very nice. I would definitely not call this 'Airport' rental though.
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Raver123
Wellington Airport

great customer service

Picked us up at the airport and returned us as well. Car didn't have much get up an go but very economical. The owner helped us witha problem that we had with another car rental company on the north island.
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manning
Christchurch Airport

Car rental companies in and around Canberra

If you are looking for a rental car in Australia, but in a city other than Canberra, please click through to the Car rental Australia page, where you can choose in which city in Australia you want to rent a car.

Car rental locations in Canberra

Available locations in Canberra:

Canberra Airport

Location information for Canberra

The chief city of Australia, Canberra is a well planned city offering a wide range of scenic attractions, lake areas, museums, and national monuments. It is a sought after tourist destinations, well connected to the rest of the country via rail, road and air links. Known for its rich culture and stunning nature, the city makes for a great vacation destination. Getting around this bustling capital city is easy, especially with its efficient bus services. Parking is usually free in most tourist destinations, making cheap car hire in Canberra Downtown a good choice of transport around town.

Driving a car hire in Canberra Downtown, visitors would come across some interesting tourist attractions, especially around the stunning Lake Burley Griffin. On the north edge of the lake are a number of interesting national museums, offering art, history and culture, while the Australian National Botanic Gardens can also be found in the area.

Also worth visiting are the charming architectural landmarks like the Parliament House, and the St Christopher's Cathedral, along with the stunning Telstra Tower. South of the lake are some more museums and galleries sampling the rich culture of the region.

Other interesting attractions can also be found in the city suburbs, all easily accessible on a car rental in Canberra Downtown. Different tourist pulls like the Australian Reptile Center, the Government House and the Royal Australian Mint can be found in the area, offering great glimpses of Canberra's nature and culture.

Vantage points and lookouts can also be found around the city, offering great views of the surrounding hills, including the Mount Ainslie, Mount Majira, Mount Pleasant, and the Red Hill.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Australian dollar
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    100 - 130 km/h
  • Language
    English
  • Popular car category
    Compact

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Car-Rentals.com the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

 What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

 Are there any additional costs?

Our rates are all-inclusive. Our reservation department will inform you in advance should additional costs apply. You can always cancel your booking free of charge if you do not agree (this must be done at least 48 hours prior to the start of the car hire period).

 What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

 What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

 How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

 When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

 Which car rental companies are compared by Car-Rentals.com at this location?
  • Hertz
  • Europcar
  • Thrifty
  • Alamo
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • National Car Rental
  • Sixt
  • Enterprise
  • East Coast Car Rentals
  • FireFly Car Rental
  • Keddy By Europcar
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