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$63 - $157
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$64 - $161
The best time to hire a medium car car from Budget at Melbourne airport is in January when prices are $63 per day on average. $63 per day is 48% lower than the $122 average yearly price for a Budget medium car hire at Melbourne airport. While January may be the cheapest month to hire a medium car car from Budget at Melbourne airport, June is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in June on medium car hire vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a large car car from Budget at Melbourne airport is in January when prices are $100 per day on average. $100 per day is 35% lower than the $154 average yearly price for a Budget large car hire at Melbourne airport. While January may be the cheapest month to hire a large car car from Budget at Melbourne airport, April is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in April on large car hire vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a SUV car from Budget at Melbourne airport is in January when prices are $71 per day on average. $71 per day is 55% lower than the $158 average yearly price for a Budget SUV hire at Melbourne airport. While January may be the cheapest month to hire a SUV car from Budget at Melbourne airport, April is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in April on SUV hire vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a luxury car car from Budget at Melbourne airport is in January when prices are $121 per day on average. $121 per day is 28% lower than the $169 average yearly price for a Budget luxury car hire at Melbourne airport. While January may be the cheapest month to hire a luxury car car from Budget at Melbourne airport, April is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in April on luxury car hire vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
Budget car hire deals near Melbourne Airport
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Feb 2026
Wasn’t able to get a car from budget. There wait time was bout 2hrs so I went to the nearest counter; NU Rental
2.0 Poor
Henry, Feb 2026
Flight was delayed car wasnt available paid and extra $600 for rental, tried to offer a luxury car as only option at a premium
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Feb 2026
Totally understaffed at check in!!!!!! Rented me a Jeep with no roof on it………. Really ? Having staff in the parking lot might of caught that. Monthly price was double than I normally pay. Not good at all
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Jan 2026
Car selected was not available and the lady at the counter tried to convince me I had selected incorrectl, despite my confirmation email showing I had selected an SUV
2.0 Poor
Chelsea, Jan 2026
Budget sucks. They advertise one price then you get slammed with a “we’ll reconcile the rest of this math later” price at the end and it is far more expensive than you initially planned on. Wouldn’t recommend. All the extra hidden “airport fees” and taxes is absolutely criminal.
FAQs about hiring a car from Budget at Melbourne Airport
How much does it cost to hire a car from Budget at Melbourne airport?
On average, it will cost you $82 per day to hire a car from Budget at Melbourne airport. Depending on the time of year and what type of car you hire you could end up paying as much as $334 per day or as little as $35 per day. The price of a car hire from Budget at Melbourne airport commonly fluctuates by about 90%.
What is the most popular car hire type from Budget at Melbourne airport?
SUV or similar cars are the most popular type of car to hire from Budget at Melbourne airport, with 40% of our users choosing this type over other options. Hiring SUV cars from Budget at Melbourne airport costs, on average, $119/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit the area and the car you choose.
Where can I find Budget car hire at Melbourne airport?
If you're looking for an Budget car hire near Melbourne airport, the closest location can be found at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, and you can call them on +61 1300 362 848
Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Melbourne airport (MEL)?
Yes, Budget offers shuttle services from Melbourne airport (MEL).
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