Car hire at Melbourne Avalon Airport

All customers that would like to rent a car from Melbourne Avalon Airport must provide a few specific documents, including a driver’s license that does not expire during your intended rental period. If you do not have an Australian driver’s license, you can still rent a car if you have either an International Driver’s License or a license from your home country. Make sure to check with your selected rental company ahead of time to see which types of licenses that they accept. You should also bring your original passport with you as the company may want to keep a copy with your file.

The rental car center at Melbourne Avalon Airport can be found right near the main terminal. There are over five different companies that have branches here, and they all store their fleets directly on airport property as well. A shuttle is not necessary for going to the center as it is within walking distance of the Arrivals Hall. After you have completed any necessary paperwork and you have been provided with your car key, an employee will guide you to where your car rental is located.

There are a few basic amenities that the car rental center provides for customers, including access to public restrooms. There are also outlets that travelers are welcome to use for charging their electronic devices, as well as a sitting area where you can relax while waiting for your file to be finalized and your car to be prepared. Some companies may provide additional amenities as well, with free bottled water being one example.

On average a rental car at Melbourne Avalon Airport costs C$ 34 per day.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Thrifty (C$ 102/day), Dollar (C$ 102/day) and Hertz (C$ 107/day).

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Melbourne Avalon Airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, and Budget.