There are many major car rental agencies represented at the Melbourne International Airport. Car rental offices are located on the ground floor of the short term car park, and information desks in the Melbourne International Airport domestic terminals.

Companies Represented: Avis Hertz Europcar Budget Thrifty Redspot
Driving Information: Driving is on the left side of the road. Cars may be either automatic OR manual transmission. Inquire if you cannot drive a manual transmission. Your local drivers' licence is required. An International Drivers' Permit may be required.
Travellers to Australia are legally allowed to drive on their national driver's licence as long as it is written in English. You are also required to have an alternative form of identification from your country of residence, such as your passport, to show in conjunction with your licence. For licences in a language other than English, it is necessary to carry an International Drivers' Permit as a translation of your national licence. Driving Stress Level: 5/10 Parking spaces in the centre of Melbourne can be hard to find, and are expensive. If you park in restricted areas and 'clearway' zones, you can expect heavy fines to be imposed, with cars being quickly towed away. However, many of the larger hotels in and around central Melbourne boast car parking areas or nearby garages. Parking close to top nightclubs in the St. Kilda and Fitzroy district can be difficult and public transport is often the best option. More than 70 car parks are located around the city of Melbourne, most of which offer good value for money and charge flat rates during the evenings. All cars in Melbourne and throughout Australia are right-hand drive, with locals always driving on the left-hand side of roads. Directions out of Melbourne International Airport are provided by the airport's car rental companies, along with information about how and when to return the vehicle.

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