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Cheap car rentals at Cairns airport
| Economy | $22/day |
| Compact | $25/day |
| Intermediate | $31/day |
| Standard | $38/day |
| Full-size | $37/day |
| SUV | $49/day |
| Minivan | $59/day |
| Full-size SUV | $47/day |
| Mini | $25/day |
| Passenger van | $55/day |
| Compact SUV | $27/day |
| Supplier choice | $30/day |
| Intermediate SUV | $33/day |
| Standard SUV | $38/day |
Top tips for renting a car at Cairns airport
- Explore the freedom that comes with rental cars when you arrive at Cairns Airport (CNS). Whether your budget is limited or not, a car rental is more affordable in the long run than rideshare or taxis. You can always find a rental within your budget due to the many car hire agencies at Cairns Airport. Car rentals have more benefits, like leaving at whatever time and stopping wherever to enjoy scenic views and take pictures. You will lack this freedom with taxis and buses. This makes your adventures more memorable.
- KAYAK provides a fast and convenient way of acquiring car rentals at Cairns Airport. You don’t have to wait till your arrival to book a rental at the airport. You can visit our website, choose a rental provider from the different agencies on the site, and start browsing your rental options. We have a selection of vehicles you can view and book from the comfort of your living room. Quickly find rentals within your budget using the filter option.
- Car rentals at Cairns Airport have some travel restrictions you should be familiar with before you drive off with your rental. For instance, car rentals at Cairns Airport cannot enter northern and western Australia. You cannot drive past Cooktown in the north and Georgetown in the west. Also, you cannot go past Normanton in the southern territory. You also cannot use the Bloomfield Track coastal use or go into Stradbroke and Fraser Islands. Most companies restrict driving rentals off the Australian coast.
- Cairns Airport is one of Australia’s busiest airports. It handles several international flights into the Queensland region. The worst days to fly into the airport are Wednesdays and Fridays. This is when it experiences the highest influx of passengers taking longer to transit. Consider booking flights scheduled to arrive or depart on Saturday and Sunday, the least busy days at Cairns Airport. Moreover, book flights that depart and arrive either in the morning before 10 am or afternoon after 3 pm.
- 25% of our users found rental cars at Cairns airport for $40 or less
- Book your rental car at Cairns airport at least 3 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car at Cairns airport
Which is the most convenient rental car company at Cairns Airport?
Budget Car Rental is the most convenient car rental company at Cairns Airport. While companies like Enterprise stop operating at 9 pm, Budget continues to operate till 12 am. When you choose Budget as your rental provider, you are guaranteed a rental if you arrive past 9 pm. Moreover, domestic and international travelers don’t have to walk much to get Cairns Airport car rentals. This is because Budget has two counters, one in the international terminal and the other in the domestic terminal.
What are the accessibility features offered at Cairns Airport rental car center?
Cairns Airport rental car center accommodates all needs, including those with limited mobility. This is why the counters are located in an accessible area. Moreover, you can acquire car rentals at Cairns Airport that have been custom-made to your needs. Agencies like Enterprise fit rentals with adaptive driving devices like spinner knobs, hand controls, and left-foot accelerators. The rental lot for pick ups and drop offs also has spaces for renters with limited mobility.
What type of documentation is required to rent a car at Cairns Airport?
Renters must be at least 21 years to qualify for Cairns Airport car rentals. You will pay an extra young driver’s fee if you are below 25 years. You must also hold a driver’s license that has been valid for the past 12 months. Carry a major credit card like American Express and Mastercard or a debit card as payment. Ensure the names on your license match those on your credit card. Acquire an international driver’s license beforehand if your resident-issued license is in a non-Roman alphabet.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Cairns airport?
On average a rental car at Cairns airport costs $51 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company at Cairns airport?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at JUCY ($27/day), Bargain Car Rentals ($27/day) and CalAuto ($27/day).
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Cairns airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Cairns airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, Alamo, JUCY , Ace Rental Cars, and Avis.
Cairns Airport car rental reviews and directory
Alamo
8.7
Very good
32 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.0
Value for money
8.6
2 locations in Cairns Airport
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2018
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Clean car, easy pick up and return, upgrade since they were out of our size9.6 Wonderful
Mar 2018
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Staff were very good and the process was simple.Cons:
All good.8.0 Very good
Jul 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2023
Ace Rental Cars
10.0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Cairns Airport
Bargain Car Rentals
9.4
Wonderful
4 reviewsCleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.2
Value for money
8.5
One location in Cairns Airport
Europcar
9.0
Wonderful
6 reviewsCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.0
Value for money
9.0
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10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2018
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I appreciated the upgrade. The service provided at check in was excellent.2.0 Poor
Jul 2017
Cons:
I booked this for a reasonable price months in advance as diving the Great Barrier Reef was a bucket list item. When I landed though, europcar said that they had given my car away and had no other cars they could fulfill my reservation with as it was high tourism season. No offer to help, no sympathy. Of course I had my phone and checked online and found they indeed had multiple cars available immediately, but were asking double what I had booked mine for. How convenient... I got a car from a competitor instead, and will be avoiding Europcar going forward.10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2023
Sixt
8.7
Very good
17 reviewsCleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.0
Value for money
7.9
2 locations in Cairns Airport
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10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2022
5.6 Fair
Jul 2018
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That said no hidden fees but still charge 1000$ or insurance forcefully similar car NO FOR 6 people they give us 2 people car argument over argument rude etc10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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The service from Sixt in Cairns was brilliant, from the pick up service at the airport to the swift pick up of the car and drop off. All staff were very friendly and the car itself a dream to drive, making our experience in North Queensland brilliant.10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2022
4.0 Mediocre
Jan 2022
Apex
8.3
Very good
10 reviewsCleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.8
Value for money
8.1
One location in Cairns Airport
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4.0 Mediocre
Mar 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2021
2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2022
8.0 Very good
Jul 2022
Budget
8.3
Very good
27 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.7
Value for money
7.4
One location in Cairns Airport
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6.0 Okay
Jan 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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The staff were very pleasant. Drop-off very easy10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2019
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Very friendly agent, easy to rent, pick up, and return. Good process to log any known damage to car (we didn't have any).9.2 Wonderful
Jun 2019
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Friendly staffCons:
More workers to help check-in8.0 Very good
Jan 2019
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Nice car, very comfortable easy to drive. Rental desk at the airport in Cairns.Cons:
Drop off and office not at the same address. Not clearly mentioned. Missed it the first time had to go around the block once againHertz
8.0
Very good
15 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
8.0
One location in Cairns Airport
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8.0 Very good
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Staff were very helpful, car we booked as not available so they upgraded us FOC.Cons:
Nothing from us10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2019
Pros:
Friendly staff. Easy pickup and drop off.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2018
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very friendly employees, easy claim process initiating, flexible return.9.6 Wonderful
Apr 2017
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Everything was clean, simple, and very easy pick up and drop off.Cons:
Just a little small for a family of five. Not what i would call a typical SUV.9.2 Wonderful
Jan 2017
Pros:
Pick-up and drop off were convenient. No extra charges. The car type/condition was a good choice for the area and driving conditions.Cons:
Not sure the additional insurance I purchased when I made the rental reservation was necessary (as I was lead to believe at the time).Thrifty
8.0
Very good
3 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Cairns Airport
Avis
5.7
Fair
5 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.6
Value for money
4.0
One location in Cairns Airport
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6.8 Okay
Dec 2019
Pros:
Upgraded car.Cons:
Drop off8.4 Very good
Aug 2019
Cons:
Seams like a lot of money2.0 Poor
Mar 2019
Cons:
Cust service rep was miserable, rude, condescending, and short with answers. Should realize that without customer she is without employment. Train these people to understand they are providing a valuable service and not treat the people who pay their salary with obvious disdain7.6 Good
Jan 2019
Pros:
Our car was not ready, we had to wait a bit. Avis discounted our rate a bot for the inconvenience. It was a very comfortable vehicle but front end maintenance needed signal beeped at us quite a bit which was a little unsettlingCons:
See above2.0 Poor
Apr 2022
JUCY
10.0
Wonderful
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Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
2 locations in Cairns Airport
MINI Car Rentals
10.0
Wonderful
No reviews available
Cleanliness
6.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Cairns Airport
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432 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Australia
+61 7 4021 2777
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410 Sheridan Street Cairns, QLD
1800 808 122
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410 Sheradan Street
1800 808 122
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Cairns Airport CNS
+61 7 4041 0895
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Car rental locations at Cairns Airport
Good to know
Most popular agency | Bargain Car Rentals |
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Most popular car type | Mini |
Average price | $48/day |
Good deal | $37/day |