Cheapflights insights for Cairns car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cairns, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Cairns?
For the best savings on car rentals in Cairns, make your reservation 54 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$304/day – about 616% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Cairns?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cairns is Ace Rental Cars (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Sixt (rated 8.9/10 with 7 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cairns?
At Cairns, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just HK$195. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging HK$514 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Cairns, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just HK$195. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging HK$514 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
HK$273
February
HK$195
March
HK$226
April
HK$390
May
HK$265
June
HK$320
July
HK$514
August
HK$374
September
HK$358
October
HK$358
November
HK$273
December
HK$413
Which car hire company has the most locations in Cairns?
Sunnycars has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second-highest number of locations in Cairns at 4.
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 30 August 2025.
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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 30 August 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Cairns for a week from Budget?
Hiring a car in Cairns for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around HK$1,787/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.