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Cairns Airport cheap car hire

Compare car hire deals at Cairns Airport from across the web

Find the best car hire price, fuel policy and more from hundreds of providers

Book with flexibility. Look for cars with free cancellation in case your plans change.

Find cheap car hire in Cairns Airport

Economy

4-5 doors
42
From
€38
per day

Compact

4-5 doors
43
From
€39
per day

Intermediate

4-5 doors
54
From
€54
per day

Fullsize

4-5 doors
54
From
€57
per day

Premium

4-5 doors
52
From
€58
per day

Mini

4-5 doors
41
From
€58
per day
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These are the lowest Cairns Airport car hire prices we found across the web, over the next 30 days. These prices are subject to change.

Car hire near Cairns Airport

If it's easier for you, there are lots of car hire pickup locations in Cairns from €22.

The most popular car rental companies in Cairns Airport

Choose from the best car hire companies near Cairns Airport

East Coast
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Jucy
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
€53per day
Ace Rental Cars
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Bargain Car Rentals
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
€44per day
Budget
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
€53per day
Alamo
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
€39per day
East Coast
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Jucy
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
€53per day
Ace Rental Cars
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Bargain Car Rentals
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
€44per day
Budget
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
€53per day
Alamo
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
€39per day

Cairns Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily price110 €
Most popular carCompact, 4-5 doors
Cheapest price found38 €
Cheapest month to rentOctober
Providers at Cairns Airport27
Most popular providerBargain Car Rentals
Best time to book1 week before

How to get the best car hire deal in Cairns Airport

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy after you've touched down in Cairns Airport. 

Check out car hire in Cairns

If you can't find what you're looking for at Cairns Airport, there could be more car hire options in Cairns and sometimes, they're cheaper. You just have to remember that the added cost of a transfer from Cairns Airport into Cairns could mean you still spend more than if you opted to pick up your hire car at Cairns Airport.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Cairns Airport that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your mind or your plans if you need to. Or if you find a better deal elsewhere.

Book 1 week in advance

We crunched some numbers and found that most travellers bag the lowest daily rate when they book 1 week in advance. The cheapest month to hire a car from Cairns Airport is October.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off from Cairns Airport, look out for deals with a 'full to full' tank fuel policy.

Skip the queues at Cairns Airport

With us, you can find car hire deals with self-service or keyless pick-up. No keys to pick up or documents to fill out means no queues. Just touch down, hop in and hit the road - perfect if you've landed at Cairns Airport late and just want to get on your way.

Hiring a car at Cairns Airport: FAQs

On average, car hire from Cairns Airport is around 110 € per day.
No. It's a little higher than Australia's average daily car rental price, which is around 81 €.
There are lots of car hire companies to choose from at Cairns Airport - including East Coast, Gobycar, Orlando, Keddy By Europcar, mini car rentals, Ur Drive, TopCar, Ace Rental Cars, and Hertz.
Yes – you can pick up Bargain Car Rentals hire cars from Cairns Airport. Their desk is in the airport terminal.
Yes – you'll find the Jucy pick-up point a short shuttle bus ride away from Cairns Airport's terminal.
Yes – you can pick up Alamo hire cars from Cairns Airport. Their desk is in the airport terminal.
Currently, the lowest price for car hire at Cairns Airport we found is 38 €. And the cheapest rate for car hire nearby is from 22 €. It can often be cheaper to hire a car from somewhere near to Cairns Airport, especially if there's an extra airport pick-up fee. But when you consider the cost of travelling from Cairns Airport to the pick-up location, and back again at the end of your stay, collecting your wheels as soon as you touch down might still work out more economic, faster and easier.
Yes – you can hire a car when you touch down in Cairns Airport and drop it off in another location, which can save you time and money.
The most popular according to travellers is Jucy, with a 4.8 rating for things like cleanliness, customer service and value. The cheapest company is currently Alamo.
Currently, it looks like Alamo has the cheapest car hire deal in Cairns Airport – for 39 € per day. Bargain Car Rentals also has car hire deals from 44 € per day.
Although you can often find a cheaper car hire deal away from Cairns Airport, remember to consider: extra cost of public transport, a taxi to your hotel, or on to that pickup location on top of that price.
Yes. We understand that plans can change last minute, or you might even find a better car rental deal from Cairns Airport. That's why we highlight the rental cars you can book now and cancel later when you search.
Yes, van hire is available at Cairns Airport from 73 € per day.
When you rent a car near Cairns Airport, most major providers require you to be at least 21 years old. Some companies charge an extra fee if you're under 25, so make sure you check before booking.
You can book car hire at Cairns Airport in three simple steps. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.
The documents you need to rent a car at Cairns Airport vary depending on the car hire provider. In most cases, you’ll need a valid driving licence, photo ID and a credit card. You can check with the car hire provider when you book.
Finding the best car hire deal at Cairns Airport is quick and easy with Skyscanner. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage, and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.

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