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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.
VroomVroomVroom lets you search, compare and book car hire easily from Essendon Airport. For help navigating Melbourne roads or planning your trip, see our Melbourne car hire tips.
Economy Car
View offerTravel 20 Jul - 23 Jul 2026
from AUD $35/day
Economy Elite SUV
View offerTravel 20 Jul - 23 Jul 2026
from AUD $37/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 20 Jul - 23 Jul 2026
from AUD $38/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 19 Jul - 22 Jul 2026
from AUD $39/day
Intermediate Elite SUV
View offerTravel 19 Jul - 22 Jul 2026
from AUD $46/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 17 Jul - 20 Jul 2026
from AUD $52/day
Economy SUV
View offerTravel 17 Jul - 20 Jul 2026
from AUD $55/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 17 Jul - 20 Jul 2026
from AUD $56/day
Standard Elite Sport
View offerTravel 21 Jul - 24 Jul 2026
from AUD $61/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on July 15, 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 15 July, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 11 Jul 2026karin p.Booked: Compact SUVSunshine Coast Airport (Maroochydore)
- 16 Jun 2026daryl m.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarCairns Domestic Airport
- 31 May 2026gene h.Booked: Skoda Scala Select or similarMelbourne Airport
- 12 Jul 2026barbara j.Booked: Mazda CX5 or similarKalgoorlie Downtown
- 09 Jul 2026bela j.Booked: Hyundai i30 Hybrid or similarBrisbane Domestic Airport
- 11 Jun 2026anna maria b.Booked: Compact SUVHobart Airport
- 24 May 2026carlo d.Booked: Subaru Crosstrek or similarCairns Airport
- 10 Jun 2026brian m.Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similarSydney Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Essendon Airport
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Passenger Van, Pick up (single/extended cab), SUV and Sport. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Six car rental depots at Essendon Airport. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Dollar, Everything Fleet, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available at Essendon Airport
Popular rental car models at Essendon Airport last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
42%
$33$51Toyota CorollaIntermediate Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withEverything Fleet
2
25%
$47$73
Nissan X-TRAIL e-POWER or SimilarStandard SUV
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withEverything Fleet
3
8%
$57$57
Honda CR-VStandard SUV
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withEverything Fleet
4
8%
$46$46MG HS ExciteIntermediate SUV
5
5
2 small
Rent withEverything Fleet
5
8%
$60$60Subaru Crosstrek HybridIntermediate Elite SUV
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withEverything Fleet
Audi vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Audi Q5
5
4
3 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Honda vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Honda CR-V
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Hyundai vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Hyundai Staria Load
3
4
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Kia vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Kia Carnival
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Everything Fleet
Kia Sportage
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Mazda CX-3
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-30
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
MG vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
MG HS Excite
5
5
2 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Nissan vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Nissan X-TRAIL e-POWER or SimilarHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Polestar vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Polestar 2Electric
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Subaru vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Subaru Crosstrek HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Suzuki vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Suzuki Swift
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Toyota vehicles for hire at Essendon Airport
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Commuter
12
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Toyota Corolla
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Cross HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Hilux
2
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Yaris Cross
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet
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 15 July, 2026
Essendon Airport daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a economy car
Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Jul
$51
$169
16 Jul
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
17 Jul
$49
$75
18 Jul
$43
$46
19 Jul
$36
$36
20 Jul
$35
$75
21 Jul
$35
$75
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Jul
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
16 Jul
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
17 Jul
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 Jul
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 Jul
$40
$40
20 Jul
$38
$38
21 Jul
$38
$38
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Jul
$71
$193
16 Jul
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
17 Jul
$82
$82
18 Jul
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 Jul
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
20 Jul
$82
$82
21 Jul
$82
$82
Price range over the past 12 months for a standard SUV
Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate elite SUV
Price range over the past 12 months for a economy elite SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Jul
$52
$187
16 Jul
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
17 Jul
$55
$83
18 Jul
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 Jul
$38
$38
20 Jul
$37
$83
21 Jul
$38
$83
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Jul
$65
$212
16 Jul
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
17 Jul
$64
$130
18 Jul
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 Jul
$39
$46
20 Jul
$39
$130
21 Jul
$46
$130
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Jul
$135
$384
16 Jul
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
17 Jul
$154
$154
18 Jul
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 Jul
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
20 Jul
$102
$241
21 Jul
$241
$241
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Jul
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
16 Jul
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
17 Jul
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 Jul
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 Jul
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
20 Jul
$63
$76
21 Jul
$61
$76
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Jul
$234
$373
16 Jul
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
17 Jul
$242
$307
18 Jul
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 Jul
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
20 Jul
$242
$323
21 Jul
$242
$355
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Jul
$132
$228
16 Jul
$201
$201
17 Jul
$201
$241
18 Jul
$191
$241
19 Jul
$172
$220
20 Jul
$172
$220
21 Jul
$220
$220
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 15 July, 2026
Car rental depots at Essendon Airport
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Essendon Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Thu 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat–Sun 7:30 AM - 12:00 PMTerminal Building Essendon Fields, Victoria
Budget Essendon Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Thu 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat–Sun 7:30 AM - 12:00 PMTerminal Building (Airline Passengers Only), Victoria
Dollar Essendon Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun Closed72 Hargrave Avenue, Victoria
Everything Fleet Melbourne Airport
View details4.6 (36)Mon–Sun 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM16 Howes Street, Victoria
Hertz Essendon Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun Closed72 Hargrave Ave, Victoria
Thrifty Essendon Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun Closed72 Hargrave Avenue, 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 $35 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $241 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 an Electric Car at Essendon Airport?
If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs AUD $61 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car 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 between AUD $172 and AUD $220 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Essendon Airport.
What is the highest-rated hire car at Essendon Airport?
The highest-rated rental car at Essendon Airport is Mystery Car or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider at Essendon Airport?
Everything Fleet is the highest-rated car hire provider at Essendon Airport, based on ratings by our customers.
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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