Cairns car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Cairns. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 July 2025.
Most popular company | BARGAINCAR |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | S$ 1.37 |
Average price per day | S$ 96 |
Cheapest price per day | S$ 68 |
Cheapflights insights for Cairns car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cairns, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Cairns?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Cairns, book about 54 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around S$ 48, which is about 12% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Cairns?
Budget is currently the cheapest car hire company in Cairns with deals as low as S$ 41.06/day found in the past two weeks. East Coast Car Rentals is another inexpensive option with rates as low as S$ 45.40/day.
What is the best car rental company in Cairns?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cairns is Ace Rental Cars (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Sixt (rated 8.9/10 with 7 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cairns?
At Cairns, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just S$ 32. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging S$ 85 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Cairns, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just S$ 32. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging S$ 85 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
S$ 45
February
S$ 32
March
S$ 36
April
S$ 64
May
S$ 44
June
S$ 53
July
S$ 85
August
S$ 66
September
S$ 57
October
S$ 57
November
S$ 45
December
S$ 67
What car do most people rent in Cairns?
SUV cars (Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, for example) are the most popular in Cairns. Compact (Toyota Corolla) and Intermediate (Toyota Corolla) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Cairns.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Cairns?
Sunnycars has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second-highest number of locations in Cairns at 4.
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 30 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Cairns, including Ace Rental Cars, Sixt and JUCY in Cairns. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Cairns, including Ace Rental Cars, Sixt and JUCY .
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cairns, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 July 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Cairns?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 96/day when booking a car hire in Cairns. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 68/day from Budget, booked on Jul. 27.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Cairns for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?
Bargain Car Rentals is one of the most popular car hire companies in Cairns, offering car hire for around S$ 581 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Cairns?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Cairns it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Cairns for a month?
You can potentially save up to 66% on a month-long rental by booking with Budget. Budget is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Cairns can cost you on average S$ 2,489 a month or S$ 83 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.