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    Toyota Corolla
    or similar Compact
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    1
    €33.31
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.4
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
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    Kia Cerato
    or similar Intermediate
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    2
    €34.94
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.5
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Terminal Building
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Terminal Building
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    Mazda CX-30
    or similar Compact SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    4
    €40.19
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.4
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
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    Toyota Camry
    or similar Full-size
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    3
    €38.75
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.5
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Terminal Building
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Terminal Building
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    Mazda CX-3
    or similar Compact SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    5
    €42.60
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.4
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Springsure Rd
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Springsure Rd
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    Kia Stonic
    or similar Compact SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    6
    €43.11
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.5
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Terminal Building
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Terminal Building
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    Low deposit
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    Kia Sportage
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    7
    €43.11
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.5
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Terminal Building
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Terminal Building
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    Mazda CX-5
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    4
    8
    €43.78
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.4
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
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    All-wheel drive
    This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
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    Kia Sportage
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    9
    €45.97
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.4
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
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    4x4
    This vehicle has four-wheel drive (4WD) which is useful for more challenging roads.
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    Mitsubishi Pajero
    or similar Full-size SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    5
    10
    €50.85
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.4
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
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    Toyota RAV4
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    11
    €52.53
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.4
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
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    4x4
    This vehicle has four-wheel drive (4WD) which is useful for more challenging roads.
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    Ford Ranger
    or similar Premium Extended Cab Pickup
    Automatic
    4
    1
    A/C
    5
    12
    €53.52
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.4
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
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    Low deposit
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    4x4
    This vehicle has four-wheel drive (4WD) which is useful for more challenging roads.
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    Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
    or similar Premium SUV
    Automatic
    7
    4
    A/C
    5
    13
    €54.59
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.4
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
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    Low deposit
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    Toyota Kluger
    or similar Full-size SUV
    Automatic
    7
    1
    A/C
    4
    14
    €56.33
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.4
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
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    Low deposit
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    Kia Carnival
    or similar Full-size Van
    Automatic
    8
    3
    A/C
    5
    15
    €59.92
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.4
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
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    Low deposit
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    Toyota Prado
    or similar Premium SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    4
    16
    €63.79
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.5
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Terminal Building
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Terminal Building
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Pay now
    4x4
    This vehicle has four-wheel drive (4WD) which is useful for more challenging roads.
    Online check-in
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    Toyota Prado
    or similar Special SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    5
    17
    €67.98
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.4
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    Emerald Airport
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    The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 00:57 on 19.08.25. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

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    Table of contents
    Cheapest car rental ratesWhy book with us?Travel informationCar rental prices in EmeraldTop 20 cities near EmeraldTop 20 locations near EmeraldMap of top car rental locationsWhen to book in Emerald and for how long?Car rental informationMost popular car models of rental suppliersCar rental statisticsTop 4 suppliers in Emerald in 2025Award-winning service

    Travel information

    Languages
    English
    Currency
    AUD
    Drive on
    Left-hand side
    Country code
    +61
    Average car rental price
    €46 per day
    Average car rental length
    5 days
    Speed limit within town
    50 km/h or 31 mph
    Speed limit out of town
    100 - 130 km/h or 62 - 81 mph
    Acceptable limit of BAC
    0.05%

    Top 20 cities near Emerald

    1. Rockhamptonfrom €47.26 per day
      235.2 km / 146.15 miles away
    2. Mackayfrom €26.38 per day
      285.6 km / 177.46 miles away
    3. Gladstonefrom €60.08 per day
      311.7 km / 193.68 miles away
    4. Proserpinefrom €28.46 per day
      344.5 km / 214.06 miles away
    5. Bundabergfrom €34.14 per day
      446.8 km / 277.63 miles away
    6. Townsvillefrom €32.55 per day
      501.4 km / 311.56 miles away
    7. Hervey Bayfrom €34.95 per day
      514.1 km / 319.45 miles away
    8. Toowoombafrom €30.58 per day
      582.8 km / 362.14 miles away
    9. Noosa Headsfrom €40.04 per day
      586.6 km / 364.5 miles away
    10. Marcoolafrom €27.97 per day
      598.8 km / 372.08 miles away
    11. North Lakesfrom €32.68 per day
      633.9 km / 393.89 miles away
    12. Ipswichfrom €47.28 per day
      644.3 km / 400.35 miles away
    13. Brisbanefrom €21.78 per day
      652.4 km / 405.38 miles away
    14. Moreefrom €32.05 per day
      679.7 km / 422.35 miles away
    15. Surfers Paradisefrom €22.48 per day
      720.7 km / 447.82 miles away
    16. Gold Coastfrom €17.10 per day
      738.2 km / 458.7 miles away
    17. Coolangattafrom €59.04 per day
      740.9 km / 460.37 miles away
    18. Byron Bayfrom €48.95 per day
      782.7 km / 486.35 miles away
    19. Cairnsfrom €47.77 per day
      784.8 km / 487.65 miles away
    20. Ballinafrom €45.96 per day
      794.4 km / 493.62 miles away

    Top 20 locations near Emerald

    1. Emerald Airportfrom €37.12 per day
    2. Rockhampton Airportfrom €47.26 per day
      235.2 km / 146.15 miles away
    3. Mackay Airportfrom €109.83 per day
      285.6 km / 177.46 miles away
    4. Gladstone Airportfrom €60.08 per day
      311.7 km / 193.68 miles away
    5. Whitsunday Coast Airportfrom €28.46 per day
      344.5 km / 214.06 miles away
    6. Bundaberg Airportfrom €36.15 per day
      445.2 km / 276.63 miles away
    7. Bundaberg Downtownfrom €34.14 per day
      446.8 km / 277.63 miles away
    8. Townsville Airportfrom €32.55 per day
      501.4 km / 311.56 miles away
    9. Hervey Bay Downtownfrom €34.95 per day
      502.2 km / 312.05 miles away
    10. Hervey Bay Airportfrom €38.29 per day
      514.1 km / 319.45 miles away
    11. Toowoomba Wellcamp Airportfrom €33.56 per day
      579.6 km / 360.15 miles away
    12. Sunshine Coast Airportfrom €27.97 per day
      598.8 km / 372.08 miles away
    13. Brisbane Brendalefrom €52.45 per day
      637.3 km / 396 miles away
    14. Brisbane (Downtown)from €30.74 per day
      651.4 km / 404.76 miles away
    15. Brisbane Fortitude Valleyfrom €33.94 per day
      651.4 km / 404.76 miles away
    16. Brisbane Ascotfrom €56.00 per day
      652.2 km / 405.26 miles away
    17. Brisbane Airportfrom €21.78 per day
      652.4 km / 405.38 miles away
    18. Brisbane Tingalpafrom €30.83 per day
      655.9 km / 407.56 miles away
    19. Brisbane Rockleafrom €30.55 per day
      656.1 km / 407.68 miles away
    20. Brisbane Archerfieldfrom €51.18 per day
      658.3 km / 409.05 miles away

    Map of top car rental locations

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    Emerald Airport (EMD)
    4 rental locations

    When to book in Emerald and for how long?

    What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Emerald?

    Car rental prices in Emerald vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.

    Saver's insights

    Cheapest monthSeptember Most expensive month March
    A good deal €38 Cheapest supplier Budget Cheapest car type Large cars
    Average rental costs per day in Emerald
    €114
    €57
    €0
    Jan
    Feb

    €104

    in March

    Mar
    Apr
    May
    Jun
    Jul
    Aug

    €75

    in September

    Sep
    Oct
    Nov
    Dec

    The cheapest month to rent a car in Emerald is September (when prices average €74.98 per day). This is 16% cheaper than the yearly average and 28% cheaper than renting in March (when prices average €103.53).

    This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

    What's the most popular month to rent a car in Emerald?

    Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Emerald is September, and the least popular is March.

    Monthly searches in Emerald by pick-up date relative to the average
    1.3
    0.7
    0
    Jan
    Feb

    0.8 times in March

    Mar
    Apr
    May
    Jun
    Jul
    Aug

    1.2 times in September

    Sep
    Oct
    Nov
    Dec

    What’s the usual rental length in Emerald?

    How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in September, the average renter keeps their car for 6 days, and in March, they keep their car for 3 days.

    Average number of rental days in Emerald
    7
    3
    0
    Jan
    Feb

    3 days in March

    Mar
    Apr
    May
    Jun
    Jul
    Aug

    6 days in September

    Sep
    Oct
    Nov
    Dec

    Car rental information

    📍 Car rental locations1
    ✈️ Airport locations1
    🔥 Popular suppliersThrifty
    🚗 Popular car typesSUVs, Medium cars
    🤑 Lowest price€37 per day
    👛 Cheapest supplierBudget

    Car rental statistics

    Highest-rated company
    Dollar (rated 8.7 / 10)
    Lowest-rated company
    Firefly (rated 8.2 / 10)
    Total rental companies
    4
    Average daily price
    €46
    Lowest daily price
    €37
    Total cars available
    37

    Top 4 suppliers in Emerald in 2025

    Dollar
    1 location
    Dollar
    8.7
    Very good
    Value for money
    8.7
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    9.1
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    9.2
    Car condition
    9.2
    €30
    per day
    Most popular location
    Springsure Rd
    Budget
    1 location
    Budget
    8.5
    Very good
    Value for money
    8.3
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.6
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    9.2
    Car condition
    8.9
    €37 - €70
    per day
    Most popular location
    Terminal Building
    Thrifty
    1 location
    Thrifty
    8.4
    Very good
    Value for money
    8.3
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.5
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8.9
    Car condition
    8.9
    €38 - €76
    per day
    Most popular location
    Emerald Airport
    Firefly
    1 location
    Firefly
    8.2
    Very good
    Value for money
    8.3
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.2
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8.3
    Car condition
    8.3
    €38 - €76
    per day
    Most popular location
    Springsure Rd

    Award-winning service

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    Magellan Awards Gold Winner 2023
    Magellan Awards Gold Winner 2023
    Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
    Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
    FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 300 Companies 2021
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    FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 100 Companies 2020
    FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 100 Companies 2020
    Uzakrota Travel Awards - World’s Leading Car Rental Website 2022
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    Highly recommended by our customers

    Very good
    Is good experience
    Cosmin Balan,
    20 Aug 2025
    easy!
    really easy and convenient!
    Rafael Zilio,
    20 Aug 2025
    The price is very good value
    The price is very good value
    Pashcal Horgan,
    20 Aug 2025
    Fast and convenient
    Fast and convenient
    Tatiana Noa Goykhman,
    20 Aug 2025
    Easy to book, many options and full coverage possible.…
    Great to see so many different options for the car rental and I am happy that there ...
    Bernadine Mak,
    20 Aug 2025
    Easy to complete
    Easy to complete
    Mike Iles,
    19 Aug 2025
    nice practical service
    nice practical service
    Rodrigo Rodrigues de Oliveira,
    19 Aug 2025
    All good
    Very easy booking
    Carlos Pereira,
    19 Aug 2025
    simply and free second driver
    simply and free second driver
    des folliard,
    19 Aug 2025
    THANKS IT IS OK
    THANKS IT IS OK
    JUAN MARCO ANTONIO GUTIERREZ G,
    19 Aug 2025
    Simplesty and the company very good
    Simplesty and the company very good
    Abdallah Ajlouni,
    19 Aug 2025
    Good experience
    Good experience
    Parris Small,
    19 Aug 2025
    Very quick and easy
    Very quick and easy
    David Henderson ,
    19 Aug 2025
    good
    very good experience
    Robin,
    19 Aug 2025
    Easy to book
    Easy to book
    Cristina,
    19 Aug 2025
    Easy to book and was able to change my…
    Easy to book and was able to change my booking at short notice for a cheaper car, an...
    Daniela Symons,
    19 Aug 2025
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