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Thrifty, Melbourne Airport Car hire

Thrifty 4000+ ratings, 33 reviews

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

7.2 / 10 Good

Thrifty - Melbourne Airport Information, Car hire Instructions & Policies

Address

Melbourne Airport Terminal Building

Telephone

+61392416100

Pick-up Instructions

The Thrifty - Melbourne Airport car hire location is in terminal

You can walk to the counter of Thrifty - Melbourne Airport car hire.

The rental office is located on the ground level of the ParkRoyal Hotel, opposite Terminals T1, T2, and T3, behind the large Melbourne sign. If you arrive at Terminal T4, make your way outside to Terminal T3 to cross the road . Please proceed to the office to complete your rental contract.

Drop-off Instructions

When approaching the airport area, follow the road signs marked "Car Rental Returns." After passing through the center road traffic light, keep right and watch for overhead signs indicating "Car Rental Returns" at the entrance. Enter through the Car Rental Return car park entrance. Follow the rental company logo to the designated return area. Google map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LDVHwiWde2t9qsET6

Opening Hours

Days of WeekSundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
Opening hours
06:00 -23:30
06:00 -23:30
06:00 -23:30
06:00 -23:30
06:00 -23:30
06:00 -23:30
06:00 -23:30

Deposit policy

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 - 99 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 25 years old with charge of AUD 25 - 38.25932 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.

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:
South Stradbroke Island, French Island
French Island and South Stradbroke are permitted but customers are not allowed to drive on beach.

Conditional:

Depending on which island to bring the rental cars to, policies differ:
Bruny Island, Churchill Island, Phillip Island, Mornington Peninsula, Kangaroo Island
Thrifty will allow the vehicles to be taken to Bruny Island provided you pick up from certain branch. Such as Sydney Airport，Hobart Airport, Hobart City,Adelaide Downtown, Launceston Airport and Launceston City. Please confirm the surcharges with supplier. Customer should be liable for all the damage when transiting the cars. The vehicle insurance deductible may be adjusted,please consult the counter staff for details.

Must-not:

Taking rental cars to following islands is not allowed：
Rottnest Island, Fitzroy Island, Mornington Island, Mariah Island, Magnetic Island, Fraser Island, North Stradbroke Island

Excess

Collision Damage Waiver Excess differs by car model:

AUD 4000-5500 for other car models.

EUR 1540 for Toyota Prado,

AUD for Chevrolet Lacetti,Hyundai Ioniq,Opel Mokka,Toyota Cross Hybrid,Jeep Compass,Kia Stonic,Pallet Gates Dropsides-diesel,Toyota Hiace,Fiat Talento,Peugeot Rifter,Volkswagen Golf Gti,Special,Audi Q3,Mercedes Clase A,Toyota Yaris Ativ,Suzuki Dzire,Grand I 10,Peugeot 208,Mystery Vehicle,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Volvo Xc60 Hybride,Toyota Kluger Hybrid,Land Cruiser,Toyota Fortuner-4wd,Volvo Xc60,Ldv Delivery 9,Van W Lift,Fiat Ducato,Toyota Lc70,Cab Tray-diesel,Tray Ute,Dual Cab 4wd--4wd,Dual Cab Landcruiser-diesel-4wd,Ford Tourneo Connect,Metre Tipper Truck-diesel,Kia Carnival,Audi Q5 Automatico,Land Rover Defender,Pallet Curtainsider Lift-diesel,Cubic Metre Curtainsider,4wd Lid Canopy-4wd,Mercedes V-class,Hilux Sw4 Trailblazer,

AUD 5500 for Audi Au A3 Sportback,

AUD 5500 for Chevrolet Lacetti,

AUD 5500 for Hyundai Ioniq,

AUD 5500 for Opel Mokka,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Cross Hybrid,

AUD 5500 for Jeep Compass,

AUD 6001 for Kia Stonic,

AUD 6001 for Pallet Gates Dropsides-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Toyota Hiace,

AUD for Fiat Talento,

AUD for Peugeot Rifter,

AUD for Volkswagen Golf Gti,

AUD 5500 for Special,

AUD 6001 for Audi Q3,

AUD 7900 for Mercedes Clase A,

AUD for Toyota Yaris Ativ,

AUD for Suzuki Dzire,

AUD for Grand I 10,

AUD 5500 for Peugeot 208,

AUD 5500 for Mystery Vehicle,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

AUD 5500 for Volvo Xc60 Hybride,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

AUD 5500 for Land Cruiser,

AUD 6001 for Toyota Fortuner-4wd,

AUD for Volvo Xc60,

AUD for Ldv Delivery 9,

AUD 6001 for Van W Lift,

AUD for Fiat Ducato,

AUD for Toyota Lc70,

AUD 6001 for Cab Tray-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Tray Ute,

AUD 6001 for Dual Cab 4wd--4wd,

AUD for Dual Cab Landcruiser-diesel-4wd,

AUD 7900 for Ford Mustang Gt,

AUD 5500 for Ford Tourneo Connect,

AUD 6001 for Metre Tipper Truck-diesel,

AUD 5500 for Kia Carnival,

AUD 6001 for Land Rover Defender,

AUD for Pallet Curtainsider Lift-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Cubic Metre Curtainsider,

AUD 6001 for 4wd Lid Canopy-4wd,

AUD 6001 for Mercedes V-class,

AUD 5500 for Hilux Sw4 Trailblazer,

AUD 6001 for H5 Audi Q2,

AUD 6001 for Mystery Prestige Vehicle,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Corolla,

AUD 5500 for Rav 4 Hybrid,

AUD 5500 for Peugeot 3008,

AUD 5500 for Kia Sportage,

AUD for Tray With Gates-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Iveco Daily,

AUD 6001 for Fiat Toro,

AUD 6001 for Hilux Xcab Ute-4wd,

AUD 6001 for Toyota Bz4x,

AUD 5500 for Honda Civic,

AUD 6001 for Audi Q5 Inc,

AUD 7900 for Audi Sq5 Inc,

AUD for Cubic Meter Van,

AUD for Toyota Proace City,

AUD for Cubic Metre Van,

AUD for 25 Seat Bus,

AUD for Chevrolet Malibu,

AUD for Mercedes Glc Coupe-diesel-4wd,

AUD for Metre Truck Lift,

AUD for Toyota Hilux,

AUD 6001 for Ford Ranger-4wd,

AUD 6001 for Mercedes Classe V,

AUD 5500 for Audi A6,

AUD 6001 for H Lexus Es 250 Ex,

AUD for 12 Pallet Curtainsider-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Cubic Metre Van,

AUD 6001 for E2 Polestar 2,

AUD for 22 Seat Bus-diesel--4wd,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Prius 4 Door Hatchback,

AUD 5500 for Renault Talisman,

AUD for Tray With Gate-diesel,

AUD for Ford Transit,

AUD for Ford Transit 350l,

AUD for Dual Cab-4wd,

AUD for Volkswagen Caddy,

AUD for Vw Arteon,

AUD 6001 for Toyota Landcruiser--4wd,

AUD 7000 for Cubic Metre Van,

AUD 7000 for Mercedes-benz Classe V,

AUD 7000 for Metre Van Lift,

AUD 6001 for Equipped Toyota Prado-4wd,

AUD 7000 for Description Not Available-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Equip 4wd Landcruiser-4wd,

AUD 6001 for Cab 3t Tray-diesel,

AUD 6001 for 4wd Dual Cab--4wd,

AUD 6001 for Tray Dual Cab-diesel--4wd,

AUD 6001 for Dual Cab Tray-4wd,

AUD 7000 for 25 Seat Bus-diesel,

AUD for Special,

AUD 6001 for 12 Seat Bus,

AUD for Ford Transit Custom - 8 Seater,

AUD 6001 for Mystery Vehicle Commercial,

AUD 5900 for ,

AUD 6900 for ,

AUD 7900 for ,

AUD 8800 for ,

Theft Insurance Excess differs by car model:

AUD 4000-5500 for other car models.

EUR 1540 for Toyota Prado,

AUD for Chevrolet Lacetti,Hyundai Ioniq,Opel Mokka,Toyota Cross Hybrid,Jeep Compass,Kia Stonic,Pallet Gates Dropsides-diesel,Toyota Hiace,Fiat Talento,Peugeot Rifter,Volkswagen Golf Gti,Special,Audi Q3,Mercedes Clase A,Toyota Yaris Ativ,Suzuki Dzire,Grand I 10,Peugeot 208,Mystery Vehicle,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Volvo Xc60 Hybride,Toyota Kluger Hybrid,Land Cruiser,Toyota Fortuner-4wd,Volvo Xc60,Ldv Delivery 9,Van W Lift,Fiat Ducato,Toyota Lc70,Cab Tray-diesel,Tray Ute,Dual Cab 4wd--4wd,Dual Cab Landcruiser-diesel-4wd,Ford Tourneo Connect,Metre Tipper Truck-diesel,Kia Carnival,Audi Q5 Automatico,Land Rover Defender,Pallet Curtainsider Lift-diesel,Cubic Metre Curtainsider,4wd Lid Canopy-4wd,Mercedes V-class,Hilux Sw4 Trailblazer,

AUD for Audi Au A3 Sportback,

AUD 5500 for Chevrolet Lacetti,

AUD 5500 for Hyundai Ioniq,

AUD 5500 for Opel Mokka,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Cross Hybrid,

AUD 5500 for Jeep Compass,

AUD 6001 for Kia Stonic,

AUD 6001 for Pallet Gates Dropsides-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Toyota Hiace,

AUD for Fiat Talento,

AUD for Peugeot Rifter,

AUD for Volkswagen Golf Gti,

AUD 5500 for Special,

AUD 6001 for Audi Q3,

AUD 7900 for Mercedes Clase A,

AUD for Toyota Yaris Ativ,

AUD for Suzuki Dzire,

AUD for Grand I 10,

AUD 5500 for Peugeot 208,

AUD 5500 for Mystery Vehicle,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

AUD 5500 for Volvo Xc60 Hybride,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

AUD 5500 for Land Cruiser,

AUD 6001 for Toyota Fortuner-4wd,

AUD for Volvo Xc60,

AUD for Ldv Delivery 9,

AUD 6001 for Van W Lift,

AUD for Fiat Ducato,

AUD for Toyota Lc70,

AUD 6001 for Cab Tray-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Tray Ute,

AUD 6001 for Dual Cab 4wd--4wd,

AUD for Dual Cab Landcruiser-diesel-4wd,

AUD 7900 for Ford Mustang Gt,

AUD 5500 for Ford Tourneo Connect,

AUD 6001 for Metre Tipper Truck-diesel,

AUD 5500 for Kia Carnival,

AUD 6001 for Land Rover Defender,

AUD for Pallet Curtainsider Lift-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Cubic Metre Curtainsider,

AUD 6001 for 4wd Lid Canopy-4wd,

AUD 6001 for Mercedes V-class,

AUD 5500 for Hilux Sw4 Trailblazer,

AUD 6001 for H5 Audi Q2,

AUD 6001 for Mystery Prestige Vehicle,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Corolla,

AUD 5500 for Rav 4 Hybrid,

AUD 5500 for Peugeot 3008,

AUD 5500 for Kia Sportage,

AUD for Tray With Gates-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Iveco Daily,

AUD 6001 for Fiat Toro,

AUD 6001 for Hilux Xcab Ute-4wd,

AUD 6001 for Toyota Bz4x,

AUD 5500 for Honda Civic,

AUD 6001 for Audi Q5 Inc,

AUD 7900 for Audi Sq5 Inc,

AUD for Cubic Meter Van,

AUD for Toyota Proace City,

AUD for Cubic Metre Van,

AUD for 25 Seat Bus,

AUD for Chevrolet Malibu,

AUD for Mercedes Glc Coupe-diesel-4wd,

AUD for Metre Truck Lift,

AUD for Toyota Hilux,

AUD 6001 for Ford Ranger-4wd,

AUD 6001 for Mercedes Classe V,

AUD 5500 for Audi A6,

AUD 6001 for H Lexus Es 250 Ex,

AUD for 12 Pallet Curtainsider-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Cubic Metre Van,

AUD 6001 for E2 Polestar 2,

AUD for 22 Seat Bus-diesel--4wd,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Prius 4 Door Hatchback,

AUD 5500 for Renault Talisman,

AUD for Tray With Gate-diesel,

AUD for Ford Transit,

AUD for Ford Transit 350l,

AUD for Dual Cab-4wd,

AUD for Volkswagen Caddy,

AUD for Vw Arteon,

AUD 6001 for Toyota Landcruiser--4wd,

AUD 7000 for Cubic Metre Van,

AUD 7000 for Mercedes-benz Classe V,

AUD 7000 for Metre Van Lift,

AUD 6001 for Equipped Toyota Prado-4wd,

AUD 7000 for Description Not Available-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Equip 4wd Landcruiser-4wd,

AUD 6001 for Cab 3t Tray-diesel,

AUD 6001 for 4wd Dual Cab--4wd,

AUD 6001 for Tray Dual Cab-diesel--4wd,

AUD 6001 for Dual Cab Tray-4wd,

AUD 7000 for 25 Seat Bus-diesel,

AUD for Special,

AUD 6001 for 12 Seat Bus,

AUD for Ford Transit Custom - 8 Seater,

AUD 6001 for Mystery Vehicle Commercial,

AUD 5900 for ,

AUD 6900 for ,

AUD 7900 for ,

Third Party Liability Insurance Excess differs by car model:

AUD for other car models.

AUD 5500 for Chevrolet Lacetti,

AUD 5500 for Hyundai Ioniq,

AUD 5500 for Opel Mokka,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Cross Hybrid,

AUD 5500 for Jeep Compass,

AUD 6001 for Kia Stonic,

AUD 6001 for Pallet Gates Dropsides-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Toyota Hiace,

AUD for Fiat Talento,

AUD for Peugeot Rifter,

AUD for Volkswagen Golf Gti,

AUD 5500 for Special,

AUD 6001 for Audi Q3,

AUD 7900 for Mercedes Clase A,

AUD for Toyota Yaris Ativ,

AUD for Suzuki Dzire,

AUD for Grand I 10,

AUD 5500 for Peugeot 208,

AUD 5500 for Mystery Vehicle,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

AUD 5500 for Volvo Xc60 Hybride,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

AUD 5500 for Land Cruiser,

AUD 6001 for Toyota Fortuner-4wd,

AUD for Volvo Xc60,

AUD for Ldv Delivery 9,

AUD 6001 for Van W Lift,

AUD for Fiat Ducato,

AUD for Toyota Lc70,

AUD 6001 for Cab Tray-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Tray Ute,

AUD 6001 for Dual Cab 4wd--4wd,

AUD for Dual Cab Landcruiser-diesel-4wd,

AUD 7900 for Ford Mustang Gt,

AUD 5500 for Ford Tourneo Connect,

AUD 6001 for Metre Tipper Truck-diesel,

AUD 5500 for Kia Carnival,

AUD 6001 for Land Rover Defender,

AUD for Pallet Curtainsider Lift-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Cubic Metre Curtainsider,

AUD 6001 for 4wd Lid Canopy-4wd,

AUD 6001 for Mercedes V-class,

AUD 5500 for Hilux Sw4 Trailblazer,

AUD 6001 for H5 Audi Q2,

AUD 6001 for Mystery Prestige Vehicle,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Corolla,

AUD 5500 for Rav 4 Hybrid,

AUD 5500 for Peugeot 3008,

AUD 5500 for Kia Sportage,

AUD for Tray With Gates-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Iveco Daily,

AUD 6001 for Fiat Toro,

AUD 6001 for Hilux Xcab Ute-4wd,

AUD 6001 for Toyota Bz4x,

AUD 5500 for Honda Civic,

AUD 6001 for Audi Q5 Inc,

AUD 7900 for Audi Sq5 Inc,

AUD for Cubic Meter Van,

AUD for Toyota Proace City,

AUD for Cubic Metre Van,

AUD for 25 Seat Bus,

AUD for Chevrolet Malibu,

AUD for Mercedes Glc Coupe-diesel-4wd,

AUD 6001 for Toyota Prado,

AUD for Metre Truck Lift,

AUD for Toyota Hilux,

AUD 6001 for Ford Ranger-4wd,

AUD 6001 for Mercedes Classe V,

AUD 5500 for Audi A6,

AUD 6001 for H Lexus Es 250 Ex,

AUD for 12 Pallet Curtainsider-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Cubic Metre Van,

AUD 6001 for E2 Polestar 2,

AUD for 22 Seat Bus-diesel--4wd,

AUD 5500 for Toyota Prius 4 Door Hatchback,

AUD 5500 for Renault Talisman,

AUD for Tray With Gate-diesel,

AUD for Ford Transit,

AUD for Ford Transit 350l,

AUD for Dual Cab-4wd,

AUD for Volkswagen Caddy,

AUD for Vw Arteon,

AUD 6001 for Toyota Landcruiser--4wd,

AUD 7000 for Cubic Metre Van,

AUD 7000 for Mercedes-benz Classe V,

AUD 7000 for Metre Van Lift,

AUD 6001 for Equipped Toyota Prado-4wd,

AUD 7000 for Description Not Available-diesel,

AUD 6001 for Equip 4wd Landcruiser-4wd,

AUD 6001 for Cab 3t Tray-diesel,

AUD 6001 for 4wd Dual Cab--4wd,

AUD 6001 for Tray Dual Cab-diesel--4wd,

AUD 6001 for Dual Cab Tray-4wd,

AUD 7000 for 25 Seat Bus-diesel,

AUD for Special,

AUD 6001 for 12 Seat Bus,

AUD for Ford Transit Custom - 8 Seater,

AUD 6001 for Mystery Vehicle Commercial,

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

Full to Full

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

Airports

1.6 km from Melbourne Airport

6.5 km from Essendon Airport

18.3 km from Melbourne City Heliport

Railway Stations

5.6 km from Jacana

5.6 km from Broadmeadows

6.1 km from Glenroy

Hotels

0.7 km from Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport

0.7 km from ibis budget Melbourne Airport

1 km from PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

Other Landmarks

14.6 km from Liberty Church

18.4 km from Federation Square

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coordinates: -37.677163 144.8566821

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Guest Reviews

Total points： 7.2 / 10 Good

  • Vehicle condition: 0.9
  • Vehicle cleanliness: 0.7
  • Spaciousness: 0.9
  • Counter staff: 0.8
  • Pick-up location: 0.7
  • Drop-off location: 0.8
  • Pick-up time: 10-30 mins
  • Drop-off time: 0-10 mins

  • Zahar

    Melbourne

    9.3 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    It definitely met our expectations!
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  • Anonymous

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Highly recommend, staff were nice and gave us an upgrade, smooth pick up and drop off, no hassle
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  • Golfmacca

    Melbourne

    9.7 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Thrifty were very busy and I had to wait about 30 minutes for the vehicle. They had upgraded me to a larger size. The vehicle had obviously been washed quickly but was presentable. Staff were friendly and advised me of the delay.
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  • C.Broughton

    Melbourne

    9 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    It was a little tricky to find the pick up point as there were no signs in the airport however this wasn’t thrifty’s fault
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  • Anonymous

    Melbourne

    7.3 /10 Good

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Counterstaff gets the job done, which is good, but not so friendly.
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  • Winni Veblen

    Melbourne

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Coral Edward

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Thrifty provided great service. The staff at the branch were enthusiastic, and after checking my driver's license and translation, the process was quick. After paying the rental fee and a 385 AUD pre-authorization on my credit card, I received the car keys. When inspecting the car, the staff noted some small scratches, which I appreciated. During the return process, the staff instructed me to drop the keys in a box without an immediate inspection, which made me a bit anxious. I took photos of the fuel gauge and the car's exterior, but there were no problems. Thrifty later confirmed via email that there were no damages. Overall, I was very satisfied with the services from both QEEQ and Thrifty, and I hope other travelers can have the same experience.
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  • Geoffrey Fanny

    Melbourne

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Maurice Edie

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Easy pickup, specifically noted it's a diesel car
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  • Pandora Harte

    Melbourne

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Baird Andrew

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    The pick-up and drop-off procedures were simple and efficient. It would be better if they could explain a bit more during pick-up.
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  • Violet Trollpoe

    Melbourne

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Lewis Bartholomew

    Melbourne

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Celeste Jack

    Melbourne

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    It was okay, but this company charged the deposit directly instead of holding it, and refunded it after the return. I lost some money due to exchange rate fluctuations, which felt unfair. Other than that, everything else was fine.
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  • Antonia Susanna

    Melbourne

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Winfred Bill

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Very enthusiastic, excellent service
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  • Newman Herbert

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    The car was very new, and the downtown return location was very convenient.
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  • Cedric Flynn

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Very good, just don't rely too much on GPS guides as they can sometimes mislead you!
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  • Everley Evan

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Easy process, friendly staff, good car condition.
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  • Sarah Whyet

    Melbourne

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Upton Newton

    Melbourne

    4 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Charles Philemon

    Melbourne

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    I rented from Thrifty and waited in line for a bit. I'm not very good at English, but the staff wrote down key information for me, including the total insurance amount (required for those under 25), deposit fees, return time, etc. They didn't try to upsell additional services.
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  • Martha Orlando

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    This company is good
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  • Tobey Crichton

    Melbourne

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Mildred Micah

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Thorough inspection and photos taken when picking up the car.
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  • Cathy Whit

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    The service was great, especially during the car return process. They really helped us a lot; otherwise, we would have probably missed our flight.
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  • Sebastian Acheson

    Melbourne

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Cora Hume

    Melbourne

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Quick pickup and drop-off process. Drop-off had some hiccups but was overall smooth.
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  • Sandy Piers

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    The staff were friendly, provided detailed information, and gave good suggestions.
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  • Madeline Surrey

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    A very professional car rental company.
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  • Meredith Juliana

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    The pick-up and drop-off process was very quick, and the staff were extremely friendly.
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  • Modesty Martin

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Got a free upgrade to a higher-end car, excellent
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  • Elvis Lee

    Melbourne

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Hugh Bowman

    Melbourne

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Alvin Dolly

    Melbourne

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Hardy Malachi

    Melbourne

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Tina Robbins

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Excellent
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  • Polly Spenser

    Melbourne

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Eric Habakkuk

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Our English is limited, but the car rental staff were friendly and explained everything patiently. There were five staff members handling orders, so the process was quick and the wait time was short.
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  • Ogden Gard(i)ner

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Not many people in line.
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  • Moses Mark

    Melbourne

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Norman Garcia

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    The lady at the rental counter was very friendly and talkative. Later interactions with other staff, including during the return process, went smoothly without much waiting. Thumbs up!
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  • Bill Graham

    Melbourne

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Roberta Walton

    Melbourne

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Dora Edgeworth

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Very good, processing speed was quick
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  • Ruth Moore

    Melbourne

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Lennon Jimmy

    Melbourne

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Getting a downgrade was a bit uncomfortable, but everything else was fine. The insurance I bought, which was one level higher than the basic one, had a 500 excess fee that was quite useful.
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  • Lambert Southey

    Melbourne

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Satisfactory
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  • Archibald Samuel

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Very satisfied
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  • Quinn Dickey

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Everything went smoothly! Picking up and returning the car was very convenient! I suggest the company return the rental deposit as soon as possible!
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  • Kitty Evans

    Melbourne

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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  • Burton Dewar

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Very satisfied, the staff were friendly and meticulously described important details, and even provided helpful tips about toll roads.
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  • Dana Frank

    Melbourne

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Satisfied
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Where is the Car hire Store Location?

Melbourne Airport Terminal Building

What is the Telephone Number?

+61392416100

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

The Thrifty - Melbourne Airport car hire location is in terminal

You can walk to the counter of Thrifty - Melbourne Airport car hire.

The rental office is located on the ground level of the ParkRoyal Hotel, opposite Terminals T1, T2, and T3, behind the large Melbourne sign. If you arrive at Terminal T4, make your way outside to Terminal T3 to cross the road . Please proceed to the office to complete your rental contract.

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

When approaching the airport area, follow the road signs marked "Car Rental Returns." After passing through the center road traffic light, keep right and watch for overhead signs indicating "Car Rental Returns" at the entrance. Enter through the Car Rental Return car park entrance. Follow the rental company logo to the designated return area. Google map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LDVHwiWde2t9qsET6

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 - 99 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 25 years old with charge of AUD 25 - 38.25932 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.

  • 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

    1.6 km from Melbourne Airport

    6.5 km from Essendon Airport

    18.3 km from Melbourne City Heliport

  • Railway Stations

    5.6 km from Jacana

    5.6 km from Broadmeadows

    6.1 km from Glenroy

  • Hotels

    0.7 km from Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport

    0.7 km from ibis budget Melbourne Airport

    1 km from PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

  • Other Landmarks

    14.6 km from Liberty Church

    18.4 km from Federation Square

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