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Car hire Essendon Airport

CompareCarHire.co.uk compares the prices of well-known car hire companies in Australia, including the following location: Essendon Airport

Rental car options at Essendon Airport

The following car rental companies received the highest ratings in Essendon Airport. Compare the ratings and prices of these rental companies with a single search.

  • Avis

    7.7 (6029)
    No rates available

  • Budget

    8.6 (9702)
    No rates available

  • Dollar Rent a Car

    8.2 (4401)
    No rates available

  • Hertz

    9.3 (6945)
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  • Thrifty

    8.3 (5537)
    No rates available

  • FireFly Car Rental

    7.5 (3848)
    No rates available
Customer experience
Good and reliable company for renting a car abroad
Easy website, easy phone contact when I had questions. Everything well-organized. Friendly staff. Have rented a car through this company several times and have always been very satisfied.

Recent reviews

Our customers rate us a 8.6/10 out of 434

great price

we hired the car through east coast rentals in Brisbane and from start to finish they did everything they could to make our driving experience the best it could be
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mattoxby
Brisbane Airport

Al's Australia trip

The only thing I didn't like was:- The original website offered excess cover insurance at 50% off. What it did not say was that this insurance was for use in Europe only and I had to pay Questor an additional sum to get cover for Australia...Make the web pages more honest !!! Otherwise the booking, the car, the pick up and the drop off was absolutely brilliant!!!!!
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Alrobbo
Perth International Airport

Booking was smooth, car worked fine, price OK

I picked this car up from National in Melbourne, drove to Philip Island and Dandenongs and back, on a few dirt roads too, the car (a Holden) went well, OK on fuel, it was cheapest deal I could find, and the site gave me a few options from different companies, with details of the cars and the extras, what's not included and so on. It all went smoothly. The staff were a bit busy and abrupt but no probs when I brought it back.
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BonnyS
Melbourne Airport

keep the cost down

Easy to use site. Only drawback is that you don't know who you are booking with until you have committed. You can always cancel, though if it doesn't suit. For instance, I wasn't aware that the firm selected was off airport until I received the confirmation. Didn't bother me, and the shuttle service was excellent.
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stokesp
Brisbane Airport

Very cheap, good car, somewhat near the airport...

We were visiting friends in Wellington, New Zealand and used 121, who arranged a rental voucher for 'Ace Rentals', a local firm. We got a very reasonable 2006 Nissan with about 80'000 miles on the clock which I am told is good for New Zealand. The only problem was the location, a good 15 minute drive from the airport, but there was a free shuttle so for the money we could not really complain. The car was well maintained and clean, and the staff very nice. I would definitely not call this 'Airport' rental though.
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Raver123
Wellington Airport

great customer service

Picked us up at the airport and returned us as well. Car didn't have much get up an go but very economical. The owner helped us witha problem that we had with another car rental company on the north island.
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manning
Christchurch Airport

Car rental location Essendon Airport

Location information for Essendon Airport


Essendon Airport car hire

Essendon Airport is located in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, just 13kms from the city's CBD and seven kilometres from the international airport. The airport doesn't handle many flights, although Sharp Airlines provides flights to Portland, Hamilton and Flinders Island. Car hire in Essendon Airport can be arranged for convenient transportation into the city.


Essendon Airport facilities

This small airport has only basic passenger facilities, although it features warehouse facilities and is a base for the Royal Flying Doctor Service, the Victorian Air Ambulance and the Victoria Police Air Wing. Several flying schools also operate at the airport. There is one terminal and two runways, with the airport regarded as one of Australia's leading corporate jet and general aviation airports.


Essendon Airport excursions

Those who arrange car rental in Essendon Airport can make the short journey from the airport to the city centre on the M79. Melbourne is one of the country's most popular tourist cities and features popular attractions such as St Kilda Beach, Eureka Tower and Federation Square. The modern Docklands district is vibrant and filled with restaurants and shops.


Best time to visit

Melbourne can be visited all year round and experiences hot summers and cool, sometimes cold, winters. Temperatures during the summer months of December to February average in the mid-20s (°C), although they have been known to exceed 40°C, while rainfall is highest in the latter months of the year, between September and December. June to August is the coolest period.


Car rental in Essendon Airport

There is a small vehicle rental facility on site at the airport which can provide airline passengers with transportation during their stay. With plenty to see in the surrounding areas of this large city, car hire is often seen as the best option for getting around. Travellers can compare car hire options by carrying out an online search prior to departure.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Australian dollar
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    100 - 130 km/h
  • Language
    English

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Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

 What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

 Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

 What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

 How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

 When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

 Which car rental companies are compared by CompareCarHire.co.uk at this location?
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Hertz
  • Thrifty
  • FireFly Car Rental
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