Surfers Paradise

Cheap Car Rentals in Surfers Paradise

Driver's age: 25-65
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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 16 March 2026.

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.56

Average price per day

C$ 46

Cheapest price per day

C$ 46

Cheapflights insights for Surfers Paradise car rentals

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

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 84 days before pickup. The average price then is just C$ 23/day – about 47% 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). CarWiz (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning a car rental in Surfers Paradise? May is the cheapest month, costing about C$ 44 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of C$ 74. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

C$ 66

February

C$ 51

March

C$ 48

April

C$ 71

May

C$ 44

June

C$ 45

July

C$ 74

August

C$ 54

September

C$ 70

October

C$ 64

November

C$ 54

December

C$ 70

Which car rental 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 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 16 March 2026.

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

Dollar

1 location

National

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Surfers Paradise, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 March 2026.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Surfers Paradise?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 46/day when booking a rental car in Surfers Paradise. The best deal a user found was for C$ 46/day from Europcar, booked on Mar. 14.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Surfers Paradise for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar is one of the most popular car rental companies in Surfers Paradise, offering car rentals for around C$ 322 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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