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Cheap Car Rentals in Cairns from C$ 42
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Cairns with a pick-up date of 26/8 and drop-off date of 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cairns car rentals in 2025
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 17 August 2025.
Most popular company | BARGAINCAR |
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Price of gas per litre | C$ 1.44 |
Average price per day | C$ 57 |
Cheapest price per day | C$ 42 |
Popular car types in Cairns
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Cairns and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 17 August 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can rent in Cairns this past week from 61 rental locations out of 32 rental agencies. Prices for a Cairns small car rental start from C$ 42/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:
Economy
C$ 42+
Compact
C$ 43+
Intermediate
C$ 44+
Full-size
C$ 74+
SUV
C$ 81+
Minivan
C$ 96+
Full-size SUV
C$ 76+
Mini
C$ 43+
Compare car rental deals in Cairns by type
Here are the best Cairns small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Cairns medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Cairns large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Cairns SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Cairns van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Ford FiestaC$ 42/day
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Toyota Corolla MatrixC$ 43/day
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Nissan SentraC$ 46/day
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Best car rental deals found in Cairns
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Cairns. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Cairns with an average daily rate of C$ 64. Data was last updated on 17 August 2025.
Ford FiestaC$ 42/day
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Toyota Corolla MatrixC$ 43/day
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Nissan RogueC$ 44/day
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Cheapflights insights for Cairns car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Cairns, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Cairns?
Book your rental car in Cairns 54 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around C$ 53/day on average when booked 54 days ahead, which saves you 23% off the usual average price.
What is the cheapest rental car company in Cairns?
Looking to rent a car in Cairns? Bargain Car Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only C$ 28.41/day. Simba Car Hire also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at C$ 35.89/day.
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.
Ace Rental Cars
10.0
Sixt
8.9
JUCY
8.8
Alamo
8.7
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cairns?
At Cairns, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just C$ 35. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging C$ 91 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 C$ 35. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging C$ 91 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
C$ 48
February
C$ 35
March
C$ 39
April
C$ 69
May
C$ 47
June
C$ 57
July
C$ 91
August
C$ 68
September
C$ 64
October
C$ 62
November
C$ 48
December
C$ 73
What car do most people rent in Cairns?
The most popular types of cars to rent in Cairns are the following: SUV rentals (Class Premium SUV or similar), Compact rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar), and Intermediate rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar).
Which car rental 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 17 August 2025.
Ace Rental Cars
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
8.0
Sixt
7 reviews•2 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
20 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Overall
8.7
Pick-up/drop-off
8.9
Value
8.6
Budget
13 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.2
Overall
8.7
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
7.6
Hertz
4 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.1
Pick-up/drop-off
7.4
Value
7.1
Thrifty
1 review•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Overall
6.6
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
7.3
Europcar
3 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
6.5
Overall
6.5
Pick-up/drop-off
5.5
Value
6.0
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cairns, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 August 2025.
What is the cheapest rental car found in Cairns?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 57/day when booking a rental car in Cairns. The best deal a user found was for C$ 38/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Aug. 10.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Cairns for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?
Bargain Car Rentals is one of the most popular car rental companies in Cairns, offering car rentals for around C$ 345 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Cairns?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Cairns.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Cairns for a month?
You can potentially save up to 42% on a month-long rental by booking with Bargain Car Rentals. Bargain Car Rentals is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Cairns can cost you on average C$ 1,477 a month or C$ 49 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.
How much is a car rental in Cairns for a weekend?
It costs C$ 0 for a weekend car rental in Cairns, on average. The cheapest type of car rental you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these rental types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a rental car in Cairns in September, prices are C$ 57 per day on average.
Car rentals by fuel type in Cairns
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cairns. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cairns. Deals were last updated on 17 August 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cairns. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 27+).
Electric
C$ 54+
Gas/Diesel
C$ 27+
Hybrid
C$ 31+