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 7 June 2025.
January
HK$274
February
HK$196
March
HK$219
April
HK$392
May
HK$266
June
HK$368
July
HK$478
August
HK$392
September
HK$337
October
HK$337
November
HK$266
December
HK$408
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 7 June 2025.
Small cars | HK$190 - HK$725 | |
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All Car Types | HK$180 - HK$840 |
To hire a small car in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$277/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cairns, Australia (~HK$190/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$725/day). In fact, March is about 32% 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 37% 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$383/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cairns, Australia (~HK$139/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$817/day). In fact, February is about 64% 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 13% 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$320/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Cairns, Australia (~HK$268/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$807/day). In fact, January is about 17% 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 28% 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$413/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cairns, Australia (~HK$240/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$928/day). In fact, November is about 43% 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 6% 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 7 June 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Cairns, such as Ace Rental Cars, Sixt and JUCY . Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Cairns, including Ace Rental Cars, Sixt and JUCY .
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cairns, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Cairns for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?
Hiring a car in Cairns for a week can be a great option for travel. Bargain Car Rentals, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around HK$1,486/week on average.
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.