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Car rental rates at Essendon Airport, Victoria
Essendon Airport (MEB) is one of Melbourne’s secondary airports, set just a 25-minute drive from the Melbourne CBD.
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Compact Car
View offerTravel 21 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
from AUD $51/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 19 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
from AUD $60/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 21 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
from AUD $64/day
Special
View offerTravel 21 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
from AUD $67/day
Economy SUV
View offerTravel 21 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
from AUD $71/day
Fullsize Car
View offerTravel 21 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
from AUD $83/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 17 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
from AUD $105/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 17 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
from AUD $167/day
Fullsize Passenger Van
View offerTravel 19 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
from AUD $242/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on January 16, 2026 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 16 January, 2026
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Essendon Airport
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, SUV and Sport. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Four car rental depots at Essendon Airport. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available at Essendon Airport
Audi vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Audi Q5
5
4
3 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Kia Carnival
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Cerato
5
4
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Mazda CX-3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Mazda CX-30
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX5
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Polestar vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Polestar 2Electric
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Suzuki vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Suzuki Swift
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Toyota vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Toyota C-HR
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Camry
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Corolla
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Other vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Mystery Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
The price range indicates the AUD per-day rental rates from bookings made using our search engine, excluding any extras, in most cases. While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 16 January, 2026
Essendon Airport daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
16 Jan
$51
$95
17 Jan
$87
$95
18 Jan
$87
$95
19 Jan
$53
$95
20 Jan
$53
$95
21 Jan
$51
$95
22 Jan
$87
$95
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
16 Jan
$105
$112
17 Jan
$105
$112
18 Jan
$105
$112
19 Jan
$105
$112
20 Jan
$105
$112
21 Jan
$105
$112
22 Jan
$105
$112
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
16 Jan
$84
$212
17 Jan
$132
$212
18 Jan
$132
$212
19 Jan
$99
$212
20 Jan
$118
$212
21 Jan
$83
$212
22 Jan
$132
$212
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
16 Jan
$60
$132
17 Jan
$128
$132
18 Jan
$128
$132
19 Jan
$60
$132
20 Jan
$60
$132
21 Jan
$60
$132
22 Jan
$128
$132
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
16 Jan
$64
$319
17 Jan
$138
$152
18 Jan
$138
$152
19 Jan
$71
$402
20 Jan
$71
$402
21 Jan
$64
$342
22 Jan
$138
$152
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
16 Jan
$305
$331
17 Jan
$312
$322
18 Jan
$312
$322
19 Jan
$312
$384
20 Jan
$312
$384
21 Jan
$312
$331
22 Jan
$312
$322
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
16 Jan
$238
$238
17 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
18 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
19 Jan
$242
$333
20 Jan
$242
$333
21 Jan
$242
$266
22 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.
Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.
Prices are in AUD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 16 January, 2026
Car rental depots at Essendon Airport
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Essendon Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Thu 07:30–17:00, Fri 07:30–18:00, Sat–Sun 07:30–12:00Terminal Building Essendon Fields, Victoria
Budget Essendon Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Thu 07:30–17:00, Fri 07:30–18:00, Sat–Sun 07:30–12:00Terminal Building (Airline Passengers Only), Victoria
Hertz Essendon Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat–Sun Closed72 Hargrave Ave, Victoria
Thrifty Essendon Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat–Sun Closed72 Hargrave Ave, Victoria
Nearby Essendon Airport
Organising to pick up your hire car from the airport is great for convenience, but can cost more. If you’re looking for a rental car depot that is close to — but not at — Essendon Airport, here’s a selection of hire car depots to choose from.
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car at Essendon Airport
How much does it cost to hire a car at Essendon Airport?
Prices start at AUD $51 per day for a Compact Car, up to AUD $331 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Essendon Airport.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Essendon Airport?
If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs AUD $242 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Essendon Airport.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Essendon Airport?
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available at Essendon Airport may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.
Where is the nearest petrol station to Essendon Airport?
You can choose to refuel in Caltex Woolworths located at 359 Keilor Road, Essendon. Be sure to fill up before returning your vehicle to avoid any additional fees from your supplier.
Is insurance already included when I rent a car from Essendon Airport?
When you rent a car at Essendon Airport, general car insurance is covered by your car hire supplier. However, if your car is damaged or stolen while you’re renting it, you’ll be responsible for paying an excess ranging anywhere from AUD$4,000 to AUD$8,250.
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