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Fullsize

4-5 doors
54
From
Rp 613.416
per day

Compact

SUV
53
From
Rp 624.366
per day

Economy

4-5 doors
52Airport terminal
From
Rp 653.434
per day

Mini

4-5 doors
51Free shuttle bus
From
Rp 686.086
per day

Intermediate

4-5 doors
54
From
Rp 817.688
per day

Premium

4-5 doors
52Airport terminal
From
Rp 922.413
per day

Fullsize

Estate/station wagon
54Airport terminal
From
Rp 909.073
per day

Fullsize

Passenger van
84Free shuttle bus
From
Rp 1.151.373
per day

Compact

4-5 doors
43Free shuttle bus
From
Rp 644.674
per day

Economy

SUV
52Airport terminal
From
Rp 620.583
per day

Intermediate

4-5 doors
54Airport terminal
From
Rp 677.325
per day

Premium

4-5 doors
52Airport terminal
From
Rp 787.426
per day

Fullsize

Pickup
54Airport terminal
From
Rp 1.019.970
per day

Compact

Passenger van
23Airport terminal
From
Rp 1.192.984
per day

Compact

SUV
53Airport terminal
From
Rp 657.814
per day

Fullsize

Estate/station wagon
54Airport terminal
From
Rp 848.548
per day

Economy

4-5 doors
52Airport terminal
From
Rp 651.841
per day

Compact

4-5 doors
53Airport terminal
From
Rp 659.208
per day
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These are the lowest Cairns Airport car hire prices we found across the internet over the next 30 days, and are subject to change.

How much does Cairns Airport car hire cost throughout the year?

Feb
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Mar
Rp 2.128.139
Apr
Rp 2.161.388
May
Rp 1.607.502
Jun
Rp 1.426.126
Jul
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Aug
Rp 1.888.626
Sep
Rp 1.600.335
Oct
Rp 1.416.768
Nov
Rp 3.776.057
Dec
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Jan
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Our data shows that October is the cheapest month to rent a car from Cairns Airport. It’s around Rp 1.416.768 a day in October, compared to the yearly average which is Rp 1.023.354 a day.
Cheapest month avgOctober • Rp 1.416.768
Yearly avg priceRp 1.023.354

Car hire near Cairns Airport

Consider travelling into Cairns to pick up your car - we found car hire deals from pick-up points in Cairns from Rp 613.416.

The most popular car rental companies in Cairns Airport

Cairns Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily priceRp 1.023.354
Most popular carCompact, SUV
Cheapest price foundRp 613.416
Cheapest month to rentOctober
Providers at Cairns Airport25
Most popular providerBargain Car Rentals
Best time to book4 weeks before

Choose from the best car hire companies near Cairns Airport

East Coast
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
Rp 597.090per day
Ace Rental Cars
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
Rp 613.416per day
Jucy
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Budget
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
Rp 699.425per day
Alamo
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Thrifty
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
Rp 652.638per day
East Coast
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
Rp 597.090per day
Ace Rental Cars
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
Rp 613.416per day
Jucy
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Budget
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
Rp 699.425per day
Alamo
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Thrifty
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
Rp 652.638per day

Explore pick-up locations at Cairns Airport

There are 25 car hire providers at Cairns Airport. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

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 4 weeks in advance

We crunched some numbers and found that most travellers bag the lowest daily rate when they book 4 weeks in advance. The cheapest month to hire a car from Cairns Airport is August.

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 Rp 1.023.354 per day.
No. It's a little higher than Australia's average daily car rental price, which is around Rp 1.529.429.
There are lots of car hire companies to choose from at Cairns Airport - including Ur Drive, Ace Rent a Car, Alamo, Hertz, Europcar, Bargain Car Rentals, Routes Car Rental, National, and simba car hire.
Yes – you'll find the Bargain Car Rentals pick-up point a short shuttle bus ride away from Cairns Airport's terminal.
Yes – you'll find the simba car hire pick-up point a short shuttle bus ride away from Cairns Airport's terminal.
Yes – you can pick up Ace Rental Cars 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 Rp 613.416. And the cheapest rate for car hire nearby is from Rp 644.674. 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 East Coast, with a 4.8 rating for things like cleanliness, customer service and value. The cheapest company is currently East Coast.
Currently, it looks like East Coast has the cheapest car hire deal in Cairns Airport – for Rp 597.090 per day. Ace Rental Cars also has car hire deals from Rp 613.416 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 Rp 1.310.451 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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