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Budget, Sydney Airport Car hire

Budget 3000+ ratings, 42 reviews

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

8.8 / 10 Very good

Budget - Sydney Airport Information, Car hire Instructions & Policies

Address

Terminal Building Keith Smith Avenue, Mascot Nsw, 2020, AUSTRALIA

Telephone

+611300362848 / +61283742888

Pick-up Instructions

The Budget - Sydney Airport car hire location is located out of the airport

You can arrive of Budget - Sydney Airport car hire by free shuttle bus.

Airport Terminal Instructions COUNTER: Please note temporary address while work is being carried out at the airport. Corner of Ross Smith Avenue and Butler Road.

Drop-off Instructions

Airport Terminal Instructions COUNTER: Please note temporary address while work is being carried out at the airport. Corner of Ross Smith Avenue and Butler Road.

Opening Hours

Days of WeekSundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
Opening hours
06:00 -23:00
06:00 -23:00
06:00 -23:00
06:00 -23:00
06:00 -23:00
06:00 -23:00
06:00 -23:00

Deposit

Deposits are depending on which car type your rental car falls into, and can be paid with credit cards (pre-authorization)
Representative Car ModelsDeposit Amount(approx.)Business Days Required for Refund

Applicable to all car types，incl. Compact，Suv，Economy，Mini and others.

Pack up ^
USD300-500030-60

Accepted Cards

Credit cards issued by the following companies qualify a car hire from this store: Visa, Master

E-voucher

Yes. E-voucher is accepted. Show the digital voucher on your mobile instead of a print-out is good enough.

Age requirements

21 - 80 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 24 years old with charge of AUD 29 per day approximately.

Driver's License Requirements

The main driver and any additional drivers will need to provide a physical full driving license in their name with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1 year(s).

For foreign renters, you need to bring:

Original driving licence + International Driving Permit (IDP)

Please note that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is only a translation. You must present your original driving licence together with the original IDP at the counter — photocopies or scanned copies are not accepted.

Original driving licence + NAATI Translation

The translation of the driver's license certified by the Australian Translation and Accreditation Institute (NAATI) can be used to rent a car and drive in Australia.

Original South Korea Driving License (English version)

An English translation must be provided on the back of the driver's license.

Original Driver's License in Latin/Roman Alphabet

Original Driver's Licenses printed in Latin/Roman alphabet (such as English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, etc.) are acceptable for car rental without the need for an International Driving Permit (IDP). Driver's licenses printed in a non-Roman alphabet (such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Cyrillic, etc.) must be accompanied by an International Driving Permit.

Local Renter Requirements If you live within 100 km of the rental location and your booking is not linked to a corporate or insurance account, extra verification is required. Security Deposit A refundable security deposit will apply: $1,000 standard, or

For local renters, you need to bring:

Full Driving License issued in Australia

Additional Extras

To be updated

Cross Border

To be updated

Cross Islands

Free of Charge:

Taking rental cars to following islands is allowed and free of charge:
Phillip Island, Churchill Island, Mornington Peninsula
Customers can travel to Phillip Island by land for free. Cars are not allowed on the Ferries.

Conditional:

Depending on which island to bring the rental cars to, policies differ:
Vehicle on ferry is pohibited. Bribie island can be access by a bridge so you can visit there but must stay on sealed roads.

Must-not:

Taking rental cars to following islands is not allowed：
Kangaroo Island, Bruny Island, North Stradbroke Island, South Stradbroke Island, Mariah Island, Mornington Island, Magnetic Island, Fraser Island
Cross island requires Budget written permission, please contact Budget if needed.

Excess

Collision Damage Waiver Excess differs by car model:

EUR 4392.46 for Chevrolet Lacetti,

AUD 5900 for ,

AUD 6500 for ,

AUD 7900 for other car models.

Theft Insurance Excess differs by car model:

EUR 4392.46 for Chevrolet Lacetti,

AUD 5900 for ,

AUD 6500 for ,

AUD 7900 for other car models.

Third Party Liability Insurance Excess differs by car model:

AUD 5900 for ,

AUD 6500 for ,

AUD 7900 for other car models.

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

Full to Full

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

Airports

0.9 km from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport

Hotels

1.8 km from Captain Cook Hotel

2.1 km from Southern Cross Hotel

2.2 km from Novotel Sydney International Airport (formerly Mercure) Hotel

Other Landmarks

7.5 km from Sydney Tower Eye

9.1 km from Sydney Opera House

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coordinates: -33.93359 151.1813

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Guest Reviews

Total points： 8.8 / 10 Very good

  • Vehicle condition: 0.6
  • Vehicle cleanliness: 0.6
  • Spaciousness: 0.7
  • Counter staff: 0.7
  • Pick-up location: 0.5
  • Drop-off location: 0.6
  • Pick-up time: 30-60 mins
  • Drop-off time: 0-10 mins

  • M.Kwa

    Sydney

    8.3 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Budget service at the airport is ok and I believe Hertz staff help out in the pick when the Budget staff were not available. The waiting time is about 45mins.
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  • Anonymous

    Sydney

    4 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Avoid budget/avis! They have thieves among they employees: while I was taking out my luggage from the trunk, 2 employees took some small things I had deposited in the glovebox compartiment!
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  • G.Campbell

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    The Avis team stayed behind to welcome us and our booking into Sydney as we arrived with 10 mins till the car hire place closed. We were tired and worried that we missed it, but they were amazing and supportive.
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  • D.Orwin

    Sydney

    9.7 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Booked a mystery car and was thrilled with the car we had. Superb service at Avis desk at Sydney airport.
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  • Ulysses Terry

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    After exiting the arrivals, the car rental company is on the left with clear signs. The Budget counter was unattended, and there was a sign directing us to the Avis counter. A lady there assisted us professionally and explained the benefits of buying insurance. I mentioned that I had already purchased QEEQ's super insurance. She then handed me the keys and directed me to the parking slot to pick up the car myself.
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  • Blake Morton

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Good service attitude, quick and efficient
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  • Stan Saroyan

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Service was decent.
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  • Vic Ezekiel

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Very satisfied
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  • Charlotte Birrell

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    There's nothing specific to highlight about this rental company. It's just like all other rental companies—standardized vehicles, staff, and processes. You can completely trust and use their vehicles with peace of mind, and you can contact the staff at the store within 10 seconds during working hours.
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  • Monica Kent

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Satisfied
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  • Franklin Raphael

    Sydney

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

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  • Lorraine Lewis

    Sydney

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    The initial car of the same category wasn't satisfactory, but the negotiation went smoothly, and they provided many options.
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  • Justin Maugham

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    The staff were very nice
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  • Roxanne Bacon

    Sydney

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Fairly smooth process.
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  • Denise McDonald

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Good
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  • Hugo Bridges

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    It was good.
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  • Gilbert Amelia

    Sydney

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

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  • Hobart Gilbert

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    As always
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  • Yetta Twain

    Sydney

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Satisfactory
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  • Xavier Sweet

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Very quick and excellent service.
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  • Max Adam

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Picked up the car right after landing
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  • Susan Gissing

    Sydney

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Easy car pickup
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  • Gerald Gray

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    The staff were friendly and patient, and the process was very efficient.
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  • Dale Clapham

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Highly recommended
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  • Abner Timothy

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Excellent
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  • Sampson Noyes

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    There was hardly any queue, quite convenient.
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  • Willie Emmie

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Good
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  • Ella Baldwin

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Satisfied
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  • Norman Rockefeller

    Sydney

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

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  • Lewis Bartholomew

    Sydney

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

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  • Hilda Freeman

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Humanized service, thorough and attentive.
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  • Monica Kent

    Sydney

    4 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

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  • Montague Clare

    Sydney

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

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  • Hulda Hutt

    Sydney

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Overall, it's quite convenient.
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  • Valerie Stilwell

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Overall, the service was quite smooth!
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  • Rod Black

    Sydney

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Overall good, no hassle, no upselling, just a great rental company.
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  • Owen Thorndike

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Picking up and returning the car was quite convenient. If two people are traveling, the size of the trunk is not that important. Overall, the service experience was very good.
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  • Judy Dunbar

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Pretty good.
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  • Janet Webster

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    The return location was hard to find, and it was not visible in the domestic terminal.
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  • Alexander Truman

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Very good, quite efficient, no unnecessary upselling...
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  • Conrad Wilhelmina

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    The procedure was processed quickly, highly recommended! The condition of the cars is excellent, mostly new vehicles.
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  • Phoenix Barnard

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Not bad
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  • Duncan Leacock

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Very satisfied.
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  • Frederic Gregory

    Sydney

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

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  • Faithe Finger

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    Seamless service
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  • Alvis Abe

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    The car was very new, and the pickup and drop-off process was extremely convenient.
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  • Eunice Hodge

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    No hard selling, very good.
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  • Andre Isabel

    Sydney

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    The service attitude was excellent.
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  • Kevin MacPherson

    Sydney

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Friday, January 16, 2026

    No queues
    Read More >

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Where is the Car hire Store Location?

Terminal Building Keith Smith Avenue, Mascot Nsw, 2020, AUSTRALIA

What is the Telephone Number?

+611300362848/ +61283742888

How to Pick up from Branch or Car Park & After Hours Pickup Must-know?

The Budget - Sydney Airport car hire location is located out of the airport

You can arrive of Budget - Sydney Airport car hire by free shuttle bus.

Airport Terminal Instructions COUNTER: Please note temporary address while work is being carried out at the airport. Corner of Ross Smith Avenue and Butler Road.

How to Return The Rental Car, Car Park or Key Box & After Hours Return Instructions?

Airport Terminal Instructions COUNTER: Please note temporary address while work is being carried out at the airport. Corner of Ross Smith Avenue and Butler Road.

What are the Accepted Cards as Payment Methods for this Car hire Store?

Can I Pick up Rental Cars with a E-voucher?

Yes. E-voucher is accepted. Show the digital voucher on your mobile instead of a print-out is good enough.

What are the Driver Age Requirements for this Car hire Store?

21 - 80 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 24 years old with charge of AUD 29 per day approximately.

What are the Driving Licence Requirements to Rent a Car from this Car hire Store?

The main driver and any additional drivers will need to provide a physical full driving license in their name with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1 year(s).

  • For foreign renters, you need to bring:

    Original driving licence + International Driving Permit (IDP)

    Please note that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is only a translation. You must present your original driving licence together with the original IDP at the counter — photocopies or scanned copies are not accepted.

    Original driving licence + NAATI Translation

    The translation of the driver's license certified by the Australian Translation and Accreditation Institute (NAATI) can be used to rent a car and drive in Australia.

    Original South Korea Driving License (English version)

    An English translation must be provided on the back of the driver's license.

    Original Driver's License in Latin/Roman Alphabet

    Original Driver's Licenses printed in Latin/Roman alphabet (such as English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, etc.) are acceptable for car rental without the need for an International Driving Permit (IDP). Driver's licenses printed in a non-Roman alphabet (such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Cyrillic, etc.) must be accompanied by an International Driving Permit.

    Local Renter Requirements If you live within 100 km of the rental location and your booking is not linked to a corporate or insurance account, extra verification is required. Security Deposit A refundable security deposit will apply: $1,000 standard, or

  • For local renters, you need to bring:

    Full Driving License issued in Australia

Additional Extras

To be updated

What are the Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks from this Store?

  • Airports

    0.9 km from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport

  • Hotels

    1.8 km from Captain Cook Hotel

    2.1 km from Southern Cross Hotel

    2.2 km from Novotel Sydney International Airport (formerly Mercure) Hotel

  • Other Landmarks

    7.5 km from Sydney Tower Eye

    9.1 km from Sydney Opera House

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