Car hires in Sydney CBD, Sydney

Compact or similar cars are the most popular type of car to hire in Sydney CBD, with 38% of our users choosing this type over other options. Hiring Compact cars in Sydney CBD costs, on average, $73/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit, what neighbourhood you stay in, and what agency you hire from.

Alexandria has the cheapest car hire in Sydney. Our users found that JUCY offers the cheapest car hire deals in the city at $20/day on average. Downtown is the next cheapest neighborhood for car hire. Here you can find average daily hire prices from Budget for $46/day.

The majority of momondo users will hire a car in Sydney CBD for 9 days at an average cost of $110 per day. Hiring for 1 week will cost a total of $1,090, while hiring for just the weekend will cost $270 in total. You can also hire a car for a month or longer if need be - according to our data, hiring a car for a month in Sydney CBD costs, on average, $3,158 total.

The best time to hire a car in Sydney CBD is during the month of April, when prices are at their cheapest for the year. If you book 20+ days ahead of your pick-up date, you will often find prices averaging $74 per day. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sydney CBD is September, at $178 per day. However, you might be able to find a better deal depending on what agency you hire from and what type of car you choose.

Prices for cars in Sydney CBD are updated daily.

As of July 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for cars in Sydney CBD.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Sydney CBD. 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.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in Sydney CBD. 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.