Cairns

Cheap Car Rentals in Cairns

Cairns, QLD, Australia
6 May — 13 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Cairns, QLD, Australia
Mon 6-5
Noon
Mon 13-5
Noon

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Cairns?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cairns and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 29 April 2024.

January

HK$313

February

HK$234

March

HK$273

April

HK$320

May

HK$352

June

HK$391

July

HK$493

August

HK$430

September

HK$367

October

HK$297

November

HK$289

December

HK$383

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cairns is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Cairns

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Cairns to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 April 2024.

Small cars

HK$142 - HK$565

All Car Types

HK$160 - HK$919

To hire a small car in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$293/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cairns, Australia (~HK$142/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$565/day). In fact, February is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cairns. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cairns, hiring a small car saves you 39% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$367/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cairns, Australia (~HK$178/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~HK$668/day). In fact, February is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Cairns. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cairns, hiring a medium car saves you 24% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$467/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Cairns, Australia (~HK$406/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~HK$1,257/day). In fact, June is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Cairns. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cairns, hiring a large car saves you 3% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$341/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cairns, Australia (~HK$344/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$791/day). In fact, October is about 0% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cairns. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cairns, hiring a SUV saves you 29% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Cairns

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cairns known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cairns. Reviews were last updated on 29 April 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Cairns, such as Ace Rental Cars, Thrifty and JUCY . Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Cairns, including Ace Rental Cars, Thrifty and JUCY .

Ace Rental Cars

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Thrifty

9.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

6.9

JUCY

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.3

Sixt

8.9
Very Good
9 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.2

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
19 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.6

Budget

8.5
Very Good
21 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.6

Hertz

7.1
Good
10 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Europcar

6.6
Okay
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cairns, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Cairns?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, MINI Car Rentals (10.0 rating), Ace Rental Cars (10.0 rating) and JUCY (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Cairns.

  • What are petrol prices like in Cairns?

    The average price of petrol in Cairns is HK$9.16/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$412 and HK$595 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cairns for a week from East Coast Car Rentals?

    Hiring a car in Cairns for a week can be a great option for travel. East Coast Car Rentals, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around HK$1,911/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Cairns for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 23% on a hire car in Cairns. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cairns?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Cairns it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Cairns?

    The most popular car to hire while in Cairns is the Class Full-size SUV, which is a Full-size vehicle.

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