Cairns

Cheap Car Rentals in Cairns

Cairns, QLD, Australia
5 Apr — 12 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Cairns, QLD, Australia
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Cairns car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Cairns. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.

Most popular company

APEX

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 18,248.18

Average price per day

Rp 746,112

Cheapest price per day

Rp 379,403

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 March 2024.

January

Rp 634,719

February

Rp 476,039

March

Rp 571,247

April

Rp 793,398

May

Rp 761,662

June

Rp 825,134

July

Rp 999,682

August

Rp 888,606

September

Rp 761,662

October

Rp 602,983

November

Rp 602,983

December

Rp 761,662

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 March 2024.

Small cars

Rp 386,226 - Rp 1,166,931

All Car Types

Rp 386,226 - Rp 2,366,805

To hire a small car in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 459,351/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cairns, Australia (~Rp 386,226/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 1,166,931/day). In fact, February is about 16% 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 42% 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 Rp 655,881/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cairns, Australia (~Rp 546,493/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 3,841,240/day). In fact, November is about 17% 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 16% 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 Rp 769,181/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cairns, Australia (~Rp 572,040/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 3,030,572/day). In fact, October is about 26% 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 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.

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 March 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Cairns area such as Ace Rental Cars, Thrifty and JUCY . Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

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

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 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cairns?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 746,112/day when booking a car hire in Cairns. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 379,403/day from Apex, booked on Mar. 24.

  • 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 Rp 18,248.18/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 821,168 and Rp 1,186,131 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cairns for a week from Apex?

    Hiring a car in Cairns for a week can be a great option for travel. Apex, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around Rp 5,222,786/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 22% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Cairns.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Cairns for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Cairns can be found for about Rp 22,383,370, with the average price for a rental being around Rp 746,112 a day. Book with Apex, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 49% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Cairns.

  • What car do most people hire in Cairns?

    The most popular car to hire while in Cairns is the Hyundai Accent, which is a Economy vehicle.

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