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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Cairns?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cairns and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 20 november 2024.

January

Rp 633,111

February

Rp 459,006

March

Rp 553,972

April

Rp 617,283

May

Rp 569,800

June

Rp 680,595

July

Rp 902,184

August

Rp 775,561

September

Rp 680,595

October

Rp 680,595

November

Rp 553,972

December

Rp 807,217

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cairns is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Cairns

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Cairns to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 november 2024.

Small cars

Rp 378,442 - Rp 1,054,869

All Car Types

Rp 385,248 - Rp 3,113,398

To hire a small car in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 409,414/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cairns, Australia (~Rp 378,442/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~Rp 1,054,869/day). In fact, March is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cairns. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cairns, hiring a small car saves you 48% 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 medium car in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 654,597/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cairns, Australia (~Rp 545,109/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 3,831,513/day). In fact, November is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Cairns. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cairns, hiring a medium car saves you 17% 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, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 664,151/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cairns, Australia (~Rp 625,672/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 3,385,058/day). In fact, September is about 6% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cairns. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cairns, hiring a SUV saves you 16% 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.

Top rental agencies in Cairns

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cairns known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cairns. Reviews were last updated on 20 november 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Cairns area such as Ace Rental Cars, Sixt and JUCY . Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Ace Rental Cars

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.9
Very Good
7 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.2

JUCY

3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
19 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.6

Budget

8.7
Very Good
14 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

7.8

Thrifty

8.6
Very Good
1 review•4 locations
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Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

7.3

Hertz

7.5
Good
4 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.5

Europcar

6.5
Okay
3 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cairns, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 november 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Cairns?

    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 in Cairns.

  • What are petrol prices like in Cairns?

    The average price of petrol in Cairns is Rp 16,777.47/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 754,986 and Rp 1,090,535 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cairns for a week from Alamo?

    Hiring a car in Cairns for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around Rp 8,612,061/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Cairns for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 37% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 86 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Cairns.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cairns?

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

  • What car do most people hire in Cairns?

    The most popular car to hire while in Cairns is the Mitsubishi Outlander, which is a Standard vehicle.

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