Sydney car rentals from $55/day

On average a rental car in Sydney costs $84 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Sydney found in the last 2 weeks is $72.

Car rental companies onsite at Sydney airport include Budget, Avis and National.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Sydney airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Avis, and National.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

A Standard car rental in Sydney costs $106 per day, on average.

A Special car rental in Sydney costs $112 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Sydney costs $108 per day, on average.

Most car rental providers in Sydney offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Sydney, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 8 car rental agencies in Sydney.

Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Sydney so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Some roads in the city are narrow, and driving a minivan can be a comfortable choice. Before choosing a rental car, consider the weather and road conditions, your distance to drive, the number of people, and the amount of luggage for your trip. If you’re driving in snowy weather, you might want to have a 4WD vehicle. If you don’t know the best car to choose from the wide selection offered by your preferred rental agency, request help so that you can get a vehicle that meets your traveling needs.

Sydney is serious about traffic laws and has set maximum speed limits to improve road safety. The speed limit depends on the street and area. The speed limit is 80 km/h (50 mph) on urban roads. Though no specific speed is stated for barrier-separated freeways, the typical speed limit varies between 100 km/h (62 mph) and 110 km/h (68 mph). The speed limit allowed near school zones is between 30 km/h (18 mph) and 40 km/h (25 mph). However, drivers are urged to drive carefully for the safety of school children. The posted speed-limit signs inform you of the law and help you drive your rental car without speeding.

The best place to park Sydney car rentals is downtown. You can find cheap parking garages and lots that are spacious and secure. However, consider the rates and limited parking hours to avoid inconveniences. Also, avoid parking in front of government offices to avoid fines. Halifax Waterfront charges about C$3.97 ($3) per hour in the parking spaces at the lower water street. Hearthstone Inn Sydney offers two hours of free parking to customers. Cape Breton Regional Hospital charges around C$3 (about $2.25) for two hours of parking but is limited to hospital visitors.