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Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$61.84
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
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 Corolla
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$64.09
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
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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Mazda CX-3
or similar Economy SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$67.29
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
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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Mazda CX-30
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$78.65
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
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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Mazda CX-5
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$89.86
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
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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Mitsubishi Pajero
or similar Full-size SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$90.26
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
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 Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$94.35
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
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 Highlander
or similar Full-size SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
4
$105.54
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Emerald Airport (EMD)
Emerald Airport
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Drop-off information
Emerald Airport (EMD)
Emerald Airport
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$107.83
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Emerald Airport (EMD)
Emerald Airport
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Drop-off information
Emerald Airport (EMD)
Emerald Airport
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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
or similar Special SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$120.66
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Emerald Airport (EMD)
Emerald Airport
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Drop-off information
Emerald Airport (EMD)
Emerald Airport
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 15:43 on 25/10/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 cities near Emerald
- Top 20 locations near Emerald
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Emerald and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 22, 2026)
- Car rental statistics
- Top 3 suppliers in Emerald in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English
Currency
AUD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+61
Average car rental price
$82 per day
Average car rental length
14 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
- Rockhamptonfrom $76.80 per day235.2 km / 146.15 miles away
- Mackayfrom $72.50 per day288.9 km / 179.51 miles away
- Gladstonefrom $58.90 per day314.7 km / 195.55 miles away
- Proserpinefrom $43.99 per day344.5 km / 214.06 miles away
- Bundabergfrom $49.66 per day446.8 km / 277.63 miles away
- Townsvillefrom $56.15 per day500.1 km / 310.75 miles away
- Hervey Bayfrom $36.25 per day502.2 km / 312.05 miles away
- Toowoombafrom $37.32 per day582.8 km / 362.14 miles away
- Noosa Headsfrom $33.84 per day586.6 km / 364.5 miles away
- Marcoolafrom $27.90 per day598.8 km / 372.08 miles away
- North Lakes633.9 km / 393.89 miles away
- Ipswichfrom $61.13 per day644.3 km / 400.35 miles away
- Brisbanefrom $20.03 per day651.4 km / 404.76 miles away
- Moreefrom $65.16 per day677.5 km / 420.98 miles away
- Surfers Paradisefrom $39.99 per day720.7 km / 447.82 miles away
- Gold Coastfrom $21.90 per day720.8 km / 447.88 miles away
- Coolangattafrom $77.42 per day740.9 km / 460.37 miles away
- Cairnsfrom $26.86 per day780.3 km / 484.86 miles away
- Byron Bayfrom $69.08 per day782.7 km / 486.35 miles away
- Ballinafrom $60.93 per day794.2 km / 493.49 miles away
Top 20 locations near Emerald
- Rockhampton Airportfrom $76.80 per day235.2 km / 146.15 miles away
- Mackay Airportfrom $72.50 per day285.6 km / 177.46 miles away
- Gladstone Airportfrom $58.90 per day311.7 km / 193.68 miles away
- Whitsunday Coast Airportfrom $43.99 per day344.5 km / 214.06 miles away
- Bundaberg Airportfrom $49.75 per day445.2 km / 276.63 miles away
- Bundaberg Downtownfrom $49.66 per day446.8 km / 277.63 miles away
- Townsville Airportfrom $56.15 per day501.4 km / 311.56 miles away
- Hervey Bay Downtownfrom $49.06 per day502.2 km / 312.05 miles away
- Hervey Bay Airportfrom $36.25 per day514.1 km / 319.45 miles away
- Toowoomba Wellcamp Airportfrom $52.32 per day579.6 km / 360.15 miles away
- Sunshine Coast Airportfrom $27.90 per day598.8 km / 372.08 miles away
- Brisbane Brendale637.3 km / 396 miles away
- Brisbane (Downtown)from $21.29 per day651.4 km / 404.76 miles away
- Brisbane Fortitude Valleyfrom $45.35 per day651.4 km / 404.76 miles away
- Brisbane Ascotfrom $86.60 per day652.2 km / 405.26 miles away
- Brisbane Airportfrom $20.03 per day652.4 km / 405.38 miles away
- Brisbane Tingalpa655.9 km / 407.56 miles away
- Brisbane Rockleafrom $28.00 per day656.1 km / 407.68 miles away
- Brisbane Archerfieldfrom $46.25 per day658.3 km / 409.05 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Emerald Airport (EMD)
3 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 monthFebruary | Most expensive month January | |
| A good deal $62 | Cheapest supplier Thrifty | Cheapest car type Small cars |
Average rental costs per day in Emerald
$83
$42
$0
$76
in January
Jan
$49
in February
Feb
$50
in March
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
$57
in November
Nov
Dec
The cheapest month to rent a car in Emerald is February (when prices average $49.49 per day). This is 21% cheaper than the yearly average and 35% cheaper than renting in January (when prices average $75.87).
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 November, and the least popular is February.
Monthly searches in Emerald by pick-up date relative to the average
1.9
0.9
0
1.1 times in January
Jan
0.6 times in February
Feb
0.6 times in March
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
1.7 times in November
Nov
Dec
What’s the usual rental length in Emerald?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in March, the average renter keeps their car for 44 days, and in January, they keep their car for 4 days.
Average number of rental days in Emerald
48
24
0
4 days in January
Jan
14 days in February
Feb
44 days in March
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
4 days in November
Nov
Dec
Car rental information
| 📍 Car rental locations | 1 |
| ✈️ Airport locations | 1 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Thrifty |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Medium cars, small cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $51 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Thrifty |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thrifty | Suzuki Swift | 4 | Small car |
| Thrifty | Toyota Corolla | 4 | Medium car |
| Thrifty | Toyota Corolla | 4 | Medium car |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 22, 2026)
Prices are lowest during February, starting at $49 for an Economy car and highest in January, when economy cars start at $76. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month in Emerald is November, while the least popular month is February.
Emerald hosts: Thrifty, Hertz, Firefly. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Thrifty (rated 8.6 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Firefly (rated 8.3 / 10)
Total rental companies
3
Average daily price
$82
Lowest daily price
$51
Total cars available
69
Top 3 suppliers in Emerald in 2026
Thrifty
1 location
8.6
Very Good
1 rating
Value for money
8.5
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.8
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.2
$51–$121
per day
Most popular location
Emerald Airport
Hertz
1 location
8.5
Very Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.1
Car condition
9.1
$54–$146
per day
Most popular location
Springsure Rd
Firefly
1 location
8.3
Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.5
Most popular location
Springsure Rd
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