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Compact SUVCompact SUVfor 09 Dec - 12 Decfrom $33/day
Compact CarToyota Corolla Hybrid or similarfor 09 Dec - 12 Decfrom $34/day
Intermediate CarToyota Corolla Hatch or similarfor 11 Dec - 16 Decfrom $47/day
Intermediate CarCupra Formentor or similarfor 11 Dec - 16 Decfrom $49/day
Economy CarMG 3 or similarfor 11 Dec - 16 Decfrom $49/day
Economy CarMG 3 or similarfor 11 Dec - 16 Decfrom $49/day
SpecialMystery Car or similarfor 11 Dec - 16 Decfrom $61/day
Economy CarSuzuki Swift, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio or Toyota Yaris or similarfor 11 Dec - 16 Decfrom $66/day
Compact SUVToyota C-HR or similarfor 14 Dec - 17 Decfrom $69/day
Economy CarSuzuki Swift, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio or Toyota Yaris or similarfor 14 Dec - 17 Decfrom $108/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on December 08, 2025 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 08 December, 2025
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Regarded as one of Australia's biggest regional airports, and the country’s seventh busiest for international flights, Cairns Airport is a favourite gateway to the magnificent Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. So if you happen to be in this place either for business meetings or just having a relaxing holiday with your loved ones, Cairns Airport may be the perfect place to pick up your car rental.
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Driving tips in Cairns Airport
Situated between Cairns and the Northern Beaches, the driving time from Cairns Airport to the city centre is just a ten minute drive via your rental car. While it is about a 25 minute if you plan to go to Trinity Beach and a 35-minute drive south of Palm Cove. Travel time between Port Douglas and the Cairns Airport will take about an hour.
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Cairns Airport car rental FAQs
Find quick answers to the most common questions about car hire at Cairns Airport.
How much should I budget for car hire at Cairns Airport?
Expect to pay anywhere from AUD $33 per day for a Compact SUV to AUD $344 per day for a Premium SUV, with the exact cost depending on your rental dates, car type, and availability. Use our search tool to get personalised pricing instantly, then book well in advance for great rates.
How much does a Compact Car hire cost at Cairns Airport?
Want a Compact Car at Cairns Airport? Check out rates from AUD $34/day.
How much does a Standard Car hire cost at Cairns Airport?
Want a Standard Car at Cairns Airport? Check out rates from AUD $56/day.
How much does an Intermediate Car hire cost at Cairns Airport?
Hire an Intermediate Car at Cairns Airport from AUD $36/day.
How much does an Electric Car hire cost at Cairns Airport?
Looking for an Electric Car at Cairns Airport? Rates start at AUD $112/day to AUD $276/day.
How much does an SUV hire cost at Cairns Airport?
Book an SUV at Cairns Airport from AUD $33/day to AUD $399/day.
How much does a People Mover cost at Cairns Airport?
Grab a People Mover at Cairns Airport from only AUD $116/day to AUD $333/day.
What is the cheapest rental car at Cairns Airport?
The cheapest rental car at Cairns Airport is a Compact SUV which costs AUD $33 per day. Prices can vary daily, so it’s best to compare live rates to find the lowest price for your travel dates.
Which car rental companies are at Cairns Airport?
Cairns Airport is serviced by trusted car rental companies including Alamo, Avis, Bargain Car Rentals, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, East Coast, Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz, National and Sixt. Rental desks are located on-site at the airport for convenient pickup.
What is the cheapest car rental company at Cairns Airport?
The cheapest car rental company at Cairns Airport is Bargain Car Rentals. Prices can vary daily, so it’s best to compare live rates to find the lowest price for your travel dates.
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