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Budget car hire deals in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
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Small cars
$48 - $121
All Car Types
$85 - $193
The best time to hire a Small car from Budget in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory is in May when prices are $48 per day on average. $48 per day is 30% lower than the $68 average yearly price for a Budget Small car hire in Canberra. While May may be the cheapest month to hire a Small car from Budget in Canberra, April is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in April on Small car hire from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a Medium car from Budget in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory is in January when prices are $54 per day on average. $54 per day is 35% lower than the $83 average yearly price for a Budget Medium car hire in Canberra. While January may be the cheapest month to hire a Medium car from Budget in Canberra, July is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in July on Medium car hire from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a Large car from Budget in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory is in September when prices are $96 per day on average. $96 per day is 45% lower than the $176 average yearly price for a Budget Large car hire in Canberra. While September may be the cheapest month to hire a Large car from Budget in Canberra, April is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in April on Large car hire from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a SUV car from Budget in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory is in January when prices are $52 per day on average. $52 per day is 58% lower than the $123 average yearly price for a Budget SUV car hire in Canberra. While January may be the cheapest month to hire a SUV car from Budget in Canberra, March is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in March on SUV car hire from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a Van car from Budget in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory is in April when prices are $136 per day on average. $136 per day is 25% lower than the $182 average yearly price for a Budget Van car hire in Canberra. While April may be the cheapest month to hire a Van car from Budget in Canberra, December is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in December on Van car hire from Budget depending on what day you book.
There is 1 location at Canberra Airport. The address for this Budget car hire centre is Terminal Building.
Does Budget offer free car hire cancellation in Canberra?
Budget has free cancellations on car hires in Canberra. However, a cancellation fee may be applied if you cancel your hire car last-minute. We recommend you call Budget for more information. Canberra area phone numbers for Budget can be found here within the Locations tab.
What is the most popular car to hire from Budget while in Canberra in January?
In January, our users who hire cars from Budget in Canberra prefer Economy hires. If you’re looking to reserve one of their Economy hires during this month, prices tend to be $59/day on average and $50/day at their lowest. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on how far out you book your car hire, as well as what car model you choose.
What is the cheapest type of car to hire from Budget in Canberra?
For $77/day on average, a Compact is the cheapest type of car to hire from Budget in Canberra (63% cheaper than the most expensive Budget car hire). In the past year, 18% of momondo users who chose to hire from Budget while in Canberra hired a Compact in order to save money. Keep in mind that Budget also has other types of car hires available based on your travel needs.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Canberra?
Prices for cars in Canberra refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Canberra?
The number of operators available for cars in Canberra is 27 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Canberra?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Canberra. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Canberra?
All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in Canberra. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.
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