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Surfers Paradise car rentals in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Surfers Paradise. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 September 2026.
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How far in advance should I rent a car in Surfers Paradise?
For the best savings on car rentals in Surfers Paradise, make your reservation 86 days before pickup. The average price then is just C$ 23/day – about 49% less than the yearly average.
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). Sixt (rated 9.3/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Thrifty
10.0
Sixt
9.3
Budget
8.4
East Coast Car Rentals
8.2
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Surfers Paradise?
Planning a car rental in Surfers Paradise? February is the cheapest month, costing about C$ 51 per day. In contrast, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of C$ 76. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
C$ 65
February
C$ 51
March
C$ 57
April
C$ 76
May
C$ 52
June
C$ 54
July
C$ 69
August
C$ 55
September
C$ 72
October
C$ 66
November
C$ 55
December
C$ 70
Which car rental company has the most locations in Surfers Paradise?
East Coast Car Rentals has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. National has the second-highest number of locations in Surfers Paradise at 1.
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Surfers Paradise known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Surfers Paradise. Reviews were last updated on 4 September 2026.
Awesome car, friendly service, really appreciated the person at check in recommending we pre pay for a full tank as she could see we had an early drop off, everyone we came in contact with was super friendly, a great experience would totally recommend. Friendly shuttle driver too thanks guys!
10.0
Wonderful|May 2022
Friendly service, reasonable rates, car clean easy to drive. I would recommend this rental service to others
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Surfers Paradise, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 September 2026.
What is the cheapest rental car found in Surfers Paradise?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 157/day when booking a rental car in Surfers Paradise. The best deal a user found was for C$ 157/day from Firefly, booked on Aug. 29.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Surfers Paradise for a week from Firefly?
Firefly is one of the most popular car rental companies in Surfers Paradise, offering car rentals for around C$ 1,100 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Surfers Paradise?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Surfers Paradise.
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