Surfers Paradise

Cheap Car Rentals in Surfers Paradise from $75

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 Surfers Paradise with a pick-up date of 31/10 and drop-off date of 30/11. 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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Popular car types in Surfers Paradise

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Surfers Paradise and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 27 September 2025.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Surfers Paradise this past week from 27 hire locations out of 20 hire agencies. Prices for a Surfers Paradise medium car hire start from $75/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare car rental deals in Surfers Paradise by type

Here are the best Surfers Paradise small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Surfers Paradise medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Surfers Paradise SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

MG 3$87/day
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MG 3
Mitsubishi Mirage$87/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage

Best car rental deals found in Surfers Paradise

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Surfers Paradise. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Surfers Paradise with an average daily rate of $120. Data was last updated on 27 September 2025.
Hyundai Ioniq$75/day
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Hyundai Ioniq
Toyota Prius c$87/day
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Toyota Prius c
Holden Barina$87/day
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Holden Barina

Cheapflights insights for Surfers Paradise car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Surfers Paradise, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Surfers Paradise?

Book your rental car in Surfers Paradise 68 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $33/day on average when booked 68 days ahead, which saves you 22% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Surfers Paradise?

In Surfers Paradise, the most affordable car hire company right now is Europcar, offering prices from just $44.78/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is OCR Car Rentals, with rates starting at $48.96/day.

What is the best car rental company in Surfers Paradise?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Surfers Paradise is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). CarWiz (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Surfers Paradise?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Surfers Paradise is February, when you can expect to pay $52/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Surfers Paradise is July ($94/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$73

February

$52

March

$59

April

$88

May

$55

June

$59

July

$94

August

$68

September

$83

October

$78

November

$68

December

$81

What car do most people hire in Surfers Paradise?

Economy cars (Mazda CX-3 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Surfers Paradise. Intermediate cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Ford Everest or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Surfers Paradise?

Both East Coast Car Rentals and Hertz have 3 locations in Surfers Paradise, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Surfers Paradise

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Surfers Paradise known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Surfers Paradise. Reviews were last updated on 27 September 2025.

Thrifty

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

CarWiz

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

1 location

East Coast Car Rentals

3 locations

Hertz

3 locations

Europcar

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

National

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Surfers Paradise, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 September 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Surfers Paradise for a week from OCR Car Rentals?

    From OCR Car Rentals you can hire a car in Surfers Paradise from about $352 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Surfers Paradise?

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

  • How much is a car hire in Surfers Paradise for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Surfers Paradise, you can expect the average price to be around $55. Usually a Intermediate hire in Surfers Paradise is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Intermediate for October, it will cost approximately $161 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Surfers Paradise

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Surfers Paradise. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Surfers Paradise. Deals were last updated on 27 September 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Surfers Paradise. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($28+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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