Dandenong car hire

Compact cars make finding a park in high-density urban areas, such as Dandenong Plaza, much simpler. Small models offer some of the cheapest hire prices and provide peace of mind heading into Melbourne’s CBD.

The default maximum speed on Melbourne roads is 50 km/h in built-up areas. Shopping and high pedestrian areas reduce the limit to 40 km/h, which is the same as school zones between 08:00–09:30 and 14:30–16:00. Drive no faster than 100 km/h on highways unless signage indicates otherwise.

Metered parking is available along major arterials, including Clow St and Lonsdale St, for approximately A$ 1 per hour, often restricted to 1h. Undercover spaces can be found at Walker Street Multi-deck Car Park, with daily fares capped at roughly A$ 10.50. Free parking is commonly available after 18:00 from Monday to Saturday and all day on Sunday.

The average price of fuel in Dandenong is £3.12 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £37 and £50, depending on the car size.

Full-size (Class Full-size Truck or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Dandenong.

Car hire companies onsite at Melbourne airport include Bargain Car Rentals, Ace Rental Cars, Europcar, East Coast Car Rentals, Thrifty, JUCY, Alamo, Hertz, Simba Car Hire and Dollar.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Melbourne airport to off-airport locations include Bargain Car Rentals, Ace Rental Cars, Europcar, Thrifty, JUCY, Sixt, Alamo, Budget, Hertz and Dollar.

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

A Full Size car hire in Dandenong costs £34 per day, on average.

A Mini car hire in Dandenong costs £17 per day, on average.

An Economy car hire in Dandenong costs £20 per day, on average.

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

As with the rest of Australia, babies and children between the ages of six months and four years are legally required to be secured in an appropriate car seat. It is important to book this option in advance for cheap car hire in Dandenong. Car seats for children can either face the rear or face forwards, the latter with a harness built in. An approved booster seat can be used if you have a seat that faces forwards.

To get a hire car in Dandenong, it is necessary to be older than 21 and to be in possession of a current driving licence. Double check with the car hire company whether there is a surcharge for young drivers between 21 and 25. This may need to be paid upon collection of your vehicle.