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Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Cairns, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Cairns?

For the best savings on car rentals in Cairns, make your reservation 73 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱2,082/day – about 4,855% less than the yearly average.

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?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Cairns is February where you can expect to pay ₱1,407/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Cairns is July (₱3,657/day on average). The average daily rental price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you rent.

January

₱1,969

February

₱1,407

March

₱1,575

April

₱2,813

May

₱1,913

June

₱2,307

July

₱3,657

August

₱2,869

September

₱2,476

October

₱2,476

November

₱1,913

December

₱2,982

What car do most people rent in Cairns?

The most popular types of cars to rent in Cairns are the following: Full-size rentals (Mitsubishi Montero or similar), SUV rentals (Mitsubishi Montero or similar), and Intermediate rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar).

Which car rental 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 July 13, 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Cairns, including Ace Rental Cars, Sixt and JUCY . Before making your selection, be sure to carefully review the feedback, double-check the pickup location, and verify other important details.

Ace Rental Cars

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.9
Very good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.2

JUCY

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.7
Very good
20 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.6

Budget

8.7
Very good
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

7.6

Hertz

7.1
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Thrifty

6.6
Okay
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.3

Europcar

6.5
Okay
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

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 July 13, 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cairns?

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

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