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

For the best savings on car rentals in Cairns, make your reservation 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱2,258/day – about 5,141% less than the yearly average.

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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.

Ace Rental Cars
Ace Rental Cars
10.0
Sixt
Sixt
8.9
JUCY
JUCY
8.8
Budget
Budget
8.7

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 ₱1,545/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Cairns is July (₱3,982/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

₱2,199

February

₱1,545

March

₱1,723

April

₱3,031

May

₱2,021

June

₱2,437

July

₱3,982

August

₱2,734

September

₱2,734

October

₱2,615

November

₱2,258

December

₱3,447

What car do most people rent in Cairns?

The most popular types of cars to rent in Cairns are the following: Intermediate rentals (Toyota Camry or similar), SUV rentals (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar), and Standard rentals (Mitsubishi Outlander 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.

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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 January 15, 2026.

Ace Rental Cars

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.9
Very good
7 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.2

JUCY

3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.0

Budget

8.7
Very good
13 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

7.6

Alamo

8.7
Very good
20 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.6

Hertz

7.1
Good
4 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Thrifty

6.6
Okay
1 review•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.3

Europcar

6.5
Okay
3 reviews•2 locations
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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 January 15, 2026.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cairns for a week from Ace Rental Cars?

    Ace Rental Cars is one of the top picks in Cairns. They can have you in a rental car for about ₱32,252 per week on average.

  • 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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