Cheap Car Hire in Cairns Airport from £9
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Cairns Airport with a pick-up date of 9/3 and drop-off date of 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Cairns Airport car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Cairns Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 February 2025.
Most popular company | SIMBACARHIRE |
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Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | £39 |
Cheapest price per day | £9 |
Popular car types in Cairns Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Cairns Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 23 February 2025.
There are, in total, 60 car hire locations at Cairns Airport that are operated by 30 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £9/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Cairns Airport hire providers:
Economy
£10+
Compact
£10+
Intermediate
£13+
SUV
£27+
People carrier
£20+
Full-size SUV
£20+
Mini
£9+
Passenger van
£36+
Compact SUV
£12+
Standard SUV
£15+
Intermediate SUV
£15+
Supplier choice
£21+
Luxury SUV
£23+
Compare available car types for hire in Cairns Airport
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 23 February 2025.
Small cars | £13 - £61 | |
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All Car Types | £21 - £63 |
To hire a small car in Cairns Airport, you would pay an average price of £26/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cairns Airport (~£13/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~£61/day). In fact, February is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cairns Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cairns Airport, hiring a small car saves you 35% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Cairns Airport, you would pay an average price of £42/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cairns Airport (~£19/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~£73/day). In fact, June is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Cairns Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cairns Airport, hiring a medium car is 5% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Cairns Airport, you would pay an average price of £38/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Cairns Airport (~£21/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£104/day). In fact, January is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Cairns Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cairns Airport, hiring a large car saves you 5% 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.
To hire a SUV in Cairns Airport, you would pay an average price of £42/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cairns Airport (~£20/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£62/day). In fact, June is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cairns Airport. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cairns Airport, hiring a SUV is 5% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top hire agencies in Cairns Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cairns Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Cairns Airport. Reviews were last updated on 23 February 2025.
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Best Cairns Airport car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Cairns Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Cairns Airport with an average daily rate of £17. Data was last updated on 23 February 2025.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cairns Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 February 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found at Cairns Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £38/day when booking a car hire at Cairns Airport. The absolute best deal a user found was for £23/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Feb. 16.
Which car hire providers are at Cairns Airport?
There are 10 car hire providers located at Cairns Airport. The following companies can be found near the Cairns Airport car hire counter:Ace Rental Cars (10.0)JUCY (10.0)Bargain Car Rentals (8.7)Alamo (8.7)Sixt (8.7)Apex (8.7)Budget (8.3)Europcar (8.0)Simba Car Hire (8.0)Hertz (7.6)
What car hire 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 (£10/day), East Coast Car Rentals (£12/day), and Budget (£19/day).
Which car hire 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 car hire companies at Cairns Airport.
How much does it cost to hire a car at Cairns Airport for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?
Bargain Car Rentals is one of the most popular car hire companies at Cairns Airport, offering car hire for around £121 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Cairns Airport for the best price?
Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 40% to make it a great deal at Cairns Airport. Try to book at least 84 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.
Can I rent a car for a month at Cairns Airport?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Cairns Airport it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Cairns Airport for a month?
Typically, a monthly car hire at Cairns Airport can be found for £520. You can find car hire deals to be on average £17 a day.
Small car hires in Cairns Airport
Find small car hire deals in Cairns Airport from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Cairns Airport cost an average of £9 per day. Price data was last updated on 23 February 2025.
People carrier hires in Cairns Airport
Find people carrier hire deals in Cairns Airport from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Cairns Airport cost an average of £20 per day. Price data was last updated on 23 February 2025.
Car hires by fuel type in Cairns Airport
Browse car hires by fuel type in Cairns Airport. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cairns Airport. Deals were last updated on 23 February 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Cairns Airport. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£15+).
Electric
£40+
Hybrid
£16+
Petrol/Diesel
£15+