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Cheap Car Rentals in Cairns from $33

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Cairns with a pick-up date of 21/1 and drop-off date of 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cairns car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Cairns. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 December 2024.

Most popular company

EASTCOASTCARRENTALS

Price of petrol per litre

$1.88

Average price per day

$62

Cheapest price per day

$33

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 22 December 2024.

January

$67

February

$49

March

$61

April

$68

May

$63

June

$76

July

$98

August

$86

September

$76

October

$76

November

$60

December

$88

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.

Popular car types in Cairns

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Cairns and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 22 December 2024.

In Cairns, there are 60 active hire locations from 30 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Cairns in the past week - currently priced from $33/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Cairns

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 22 December 2024.

Small cars

$43 - $100

All Car Types

$51 - $123

To hire a small car in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of $69/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cairns, Australia (~$43/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$100/day). In fact, February is about 39% 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 20% 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. Here are the best Cairns small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of $85/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cairns, Australia (~$59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$111/day). In fact, February is about 32% 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 2% 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. Here are the best Cairns medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of $113/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Cairns, Australia (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$200/day). In fact, February is about 37% 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 is 24% more expensive. 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 $85/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cairns, Australia (~$47/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$124/day). In fact, February is about 45% 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 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. Here are the best Cairns SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of $137/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a van in Cairns, Australia (~$83/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$270/day). In fact, October is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Cairns. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cairns, hiring a van is 37% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Cairns van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki Swift$33/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Toyota Yaris$49/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Top rental agencies in Cairns

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cairns known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Cairns. Reviews were last updated on 22 December 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Cairns, such as Ace Rental Cars, Thrifty and Sixt. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

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 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.9

Sixt

8.9
Very Good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.2

JUCY

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
19 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.6

Budget

8.7
Very Good
14 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.5
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.5

Europcar

6.5
Okay
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

6.0

Best Cairns car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Cairns. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Cairns with an average daily rate of $69. Data was last updated on 22 December 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Cairns area. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Suzuki Swift$33/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Kia Niro$34/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Niro
Toyota Corolla$49/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cairns, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cairns?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $62/day when booking a car hire in Cairns. The absolute best deal a user found was for $38/day from Provider's pick, booked on Dec. 22.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Cairns?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Cairns from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bargain Car Rentals ($33/day), Budget ($49/day), and Thrifty ($69/day).

  • 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 $1.88/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $84 and $122 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 $464/week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 39% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 82 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Cairns.

  • 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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cairns for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Cairns can be found for $1,988. You can find car rental deals for $66 a day on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Cairns for a weekend?

    It costs $0 for a weekend car hire in Cairns, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Cairns in January, prices are $71 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Cairns?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Cairns is Standard (Class Standard Car) based on our Cheapflights data.

Car rentals by fuel type in Cairns

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cairns. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cairns. Deals were last updated on 22 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cairns. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($20+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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