Cairns Airport

Cheap Car Rentals in Cairns Airport from C$ 39

Cairns, QLD, Australia - Cairns (CNS)
4 Apr — 11 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Cairns, QLD, Australia - Cairns (CNS)
Thu 4/4
Noon
Thu 11/4
Noon

Cairns Airport car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Cairns Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Most popular company

BARGAINCAR

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

C$ 56

Cheapest price per day

C$ 39

Popular car types in Cairns Airport

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Cairns Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

There are, in total, 56 car rental locations at Cairns Airport that are operated by 26 companies. In the past week, SUV is the cheapest car type users can rent (cheapest price last found: C$ 39/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Cairns Airport rental providers:

Economy

Economy

C$ 40+

Compact

Compact

C$ 46+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 54+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 79+

SUV

SUV

C$ 78+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 81+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 63+

Mini

Mini

C$ 51+

Passenger Van

Passenger Van

C$ 63+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

C$ 61+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 39+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 48+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 48+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 57+

Compare available car types for rental in Cairns Airport

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Cairns Airport to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Small cars

C$ 50 - C$ 109

All Car Types

C$ 62 - C$ 103

To rent a small car in Cairns Airport, you would pay an average price of C$ 71/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Cairns Airport (~C$ 50/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 109/day). In fact, March is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Cairns Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cairns Airport, renting a small car saves you 8% 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 Airport small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Cairns Airport, you would pay an average price of C$ 77/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Cairns Airport (~C$ 54/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 113/day). In fact, November is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Cairns Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cairns Airport, renting 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 Airport medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Cairns Airport, you would pay an average price of C$ 124/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Cairns Airport (~C$ 57/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 349/day). In fact, April is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Cairns Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cairns Airport, renting a large car is 38% 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 Airport large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Cairns Airport, you would pay an average price of C$ 77/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Cairns Airport (~C$ 51/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 115/day). In fact, May is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Cairns Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cairns Airport, renting a SUV saves you 0% 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 Airport SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Cairns Airport, you would pay an average price of C$ 136/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a van in Cairns Airport (~C$ 89/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 349/day). In fact, December is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Cairns Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cairns Airport, renting a van is 43% 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 Airport van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota YarisC$ 40/day
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Nissan SentraC$ 46/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sentra

Top rental agencies in Cairns Airport

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cairns Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cairns Airport. Reviews were last updated on 28 March 2024.

JUCY

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Ace Rental Cars

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Bargain Car Rentals

9.3
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.0

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

Sixt

8.7
Very good
9 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

7.9

Apex

8.3
Very good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.1

Budget

8.3
Very good
16 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

7.4

Thrifty

8.0
Very good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Best Cairns Airport car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Cairns Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Cairns Airport with an average daily rate of C$ 59. Data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Nissan KicksC$ 57/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Kicks
Nissan RogueC$ 39/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Rogue
Ford ExplorerC$ 63/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Explorer

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cairns Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found at Cairns Airport?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 49/day when booking a rental car at Cairns Airport. The best deal a user found was for C$ 31/day from Atlas Car & Truck Rental, booked on Jul. 28.

  • Which car rental providers are at Cairns Airport?

    There are 10 car rental providers located at Cairns Airport. The following companies can be found near the Cairns Airport car rental counter:Ace Rental Cars (10.0)JUCY (10.0)Bargain Car Rentals (9.3)Europcar (9.0)Alamo (8.7)Sixt (8.7)Budget (8.3)Apex (8.3)Thrifty (8.0)Hertz (8.0)

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest at Cairns Airport?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire at Cairns Airport from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bargain Car Rentals (C$ 34/day), East Coast Car Rentals (C$ 43/day), and JUCY (C$ 46/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best at Cairns Airport?

    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 rental car companies at Cairns Airport.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car at Cairns Airport for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?

    Renting a car at Cairns Airport for a week can be a great option for travel. Bargain Car Rentals, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around C$ 278/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car at Cairns Airport for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 22% on your rental. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price at Cairns Airport.

  • Can I rent a car for a month at Cairns Airport?

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

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

    We’ve recently found that Atlas Car & Truck Rental offers you prices that are 42% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental at Cairns Airport for a month is C$ 1,191. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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Van rentals in Cairns Airport

Find van rental deals in Cairns Airport from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Cairns Airport cost an average of C$ 81 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Toyota SiennaC$ 81/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna

Car rentals by fuel type in Cairns Airport

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cairns Airport. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cairns Airport. Deals were last updated on 28 March 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cairns Airport. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 24+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 49+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 24+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 46+

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