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Mount Isa Airport (ISA), Mount Isa, Australia
Thu, Nov 12
Fri, Nov 20
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Cheapest car rental rates

Mazda CX-3

or similar Economy SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
Mazda CX-3
$50.25
per day
In terminal
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Toyota Corolla

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
Toyota Corolla
$55.80
per day
In terminal
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
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Toyota Highlander

or similar Full-size SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
4
Toyota Highlander
$71.26
per day
In terminal
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
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Toyota Corolla Sedan

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
Toyota Corolla Sedan
$58.28
per day
In terminal
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
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Travel information

Languages
English
Currency
AUD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+61
Average car rental price
$63 per day
Average car rental length
22 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%

Airport info

Name
Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
IATA
ISA
ICAO
YBMA
Overall rating
5.9 / 10
Getting to the airport
6.0
Check-in and departures
10
Terminal facilities
5.4
Wi-Fi
6.0
Restaurants and car rental services
4.0
Lounge
4.0

Top 20 locations near Mount Isa Airport

  1. Alice Springs Airportfrom $77.89 per day
    672.8 km / 418.06 miles away
  2. Townsville Airportfrom $49.30 per day
    776.4 km / 482.43 miles away
  3. Cairns Airportfrom $27.85 per day
    781.9 km / 485.85 miles away
  4. Emerald Airportfrom $49.84 per day
    951 km / 590.92 miles away
  5. Ayers Rock Airportfrom $78.11 per day
    1,006.4 km / 625.35 miles away
  6. Mackay Airportfrom $61.82 per day
    1,007.6 km / 626.09 miles away
  7. Rockhampton Airportfrom $48.99 per day
    1,171.3 km / 727.81 miles away
  8. Gladstone Airportfrom $82.68 per day
    1,258 km / 781.68 miles away
  9. Darwin Airportfrom $26.82 per day
    1,297.5 km / 806.23 miles away
  10. Bundaberg Airportfrom $47.91 per day
    1,396 km / 867.43 miles away
  11. Bundaberg Downtownfrom $47.93 per day
    1,397.7 km / 868.49 miles away
  12. Moree Airportfrom $82.40 per day
    1,430.9 km / 889.12 miles away
  13. Hervey Bay Downtownfrom $44.51 per day
    1,451.9 km / 902.17 miles away
  14. Hervey Bay Airportfrom $30.77 per day
    1,463.8 km / 909.56 miles away
  15. Toowoomba Wellcamp Airportfrom $83.57 per day
    1,473.4 km / 915.53 miles away
  16. Mildura Airportfrom $59.78 per day
    1,529.4 km / 950.33 miles away
  17. Sunshine Coast Airportfrom $24.63 per day
    1,533.2 km / 952.69 miles away
  18. Brisbane Brendale
    1,555.5 km / 966.54 miles away
  19. Brisbane (Downtown)from $31.45 per day
    1,566.8 km / 973.56 miles away

Map of top car rental locations

A
Hertz
Barkly Hwy
B
Thrifty
Mount Isa Airport
C
Avis
Terminal Building
D
Firefly
Barkly Hwy

When to book at Mount Isa Airport and for how long?

When are car rental prices the lowest at Mount Isa Airport?

The cost of renting a car at Mount Isa Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.

Saver's insights

Cheapest month Most expensive month
A good deal $59 Cheapest supplier Hertz Cheapest car type SUVs
Average rental costs per day at Mount Isa Airport
$52
$26
$0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr

$47

in May

May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Mount Isa Airport is May — when rental costs average $47.15 per day. This is 0% cheaper than the yearly average and 0% cheaper than renting a car in May (when prices average $47.15 per day).

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 is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Mount Isa Airport?

Based on how many users search for a car at Mount Isa Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in May, while they are least likely to rent in in May.

Monthly searches at Mount Isa Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
1.1
0.6
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr

Same as average in May

May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Mount Isa Airport?

How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in May the average rental period is 22 days, while in May, the average rental period is only 22 days.

Average number of rental days at Mount Isa Airport
24
12
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr

22 days in May

May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Car rental information

🔥 Popular suppliersThrifty
🚗 Popular car typesSUVs
🤑 Lowest price$50 per day
👛 Cheapest supplierHertz

Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 22, 2026)

Prices are lowest during , starting at $47 for an Economy car and highest in , when economy cars start at $47. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month at Mount Isa Airport is May, while the least popular month is May.
Mount Isa Airport hosts: Hertz, Thrifty, Avis, Firefly. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Yes, most companies at Mount Isa Airport support after-hours returns. Park in the designated return area, lock the car, and drop the keys in the secure drop box. Take timestamped photos of the car's condition after parking to protect yourself.
Usually, yes, if the desk is open. You may be charged for extra hours if you pick up significantly earlier. Rental desks at Mount Isa Airport typically operate from 08:30-12:30.

Car rental statistics

Highest-rated company
Hertz (rated 8.5 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Firefly (rated 8.3 / 10)
Total rental companies
4
Average daily price
$63
Lowest daily price
$50
Total cars available
24

Top 4 suppliers at Mount Isa Airport in 2026

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
$50–$168
per day
Barkly Hwy
0747434142
Show working hours
Mon
08:30-12:30; 14:30-18:30
Tue
08:30-12:30; 14:30-18:30
Wed
08:30-12:30; 14:30-18:30
Thu
08:30-12:30; 14:30-18:30
Fri
08:30-18:30
Sat
08:30-09:30
Sun
10:00-12:30; 15:30-18:30
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Thrifty
Thrifty
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
9.2
Car condition
9.1
$71
per day
Mount Isa Airport
+61136139
Show working hours
Mon
08:30-12:30; 14:30-18:30
Tue
08:30-12:30; 14:30-18:30
Wed
08:30-12:30; 14:30-18:30
Thu
08:30-12:30; 14:30-18:30
Fri
08:30-18:30
Sat
08:30-09:30
Sun
10:00-12:30; 15:30-18:30
Avis
Avis
8.4
Good
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.6
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.9
Car condition
8.8
$56–$74
per day
Terminal Building
136333
Show working hours
Mon
07:45-17:45
Tue
07:45-17:45
Wed
07:45-17:45
Thu
07:45-17:45
Fri
07:45-17:45
Sat
07:45-08:45
Sun
10:00-17:00
Firefly
Firefly
8.3
Good
Value for money
8.4
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
Barkly Hwy
0747434142
Show working hours
Mon
08:30-12:30; 14:30-18:30
Tue
08:30-12:30; 14:30-18:30
Wed
08:30-12:30; 14:30-18:30
Thu
08:30-12:30; 14:30-18:30
Fri
08:30-18:30
Sat
08:30-09:30
Sun
10:00-12:30; 15:30-18:30

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Uzakrota Travel Awards - World’s Leading Car Rental Website 2022
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gavin shannon,
Nov 10, 2026
Great experience overall
Competitive prices, great choice of options, efficient service
Alex Shell,
Nov 10, 2026
Very easy booking-process
Very easy booking-process, perfect navigation on page.
ALFRED,
Nov 10, 2026
The process is clear
The process is clear, fast and fluent.
Jiaowei Tang,
Nov 10, 2026
It was fast and transparent
It was fast and transparent
Traian Burz,
Nov 10, 2026
Very fast and easy
Not Expensive really easy
Suleyman Vuran,
Nov 10, 2026
Fast and easy
Fast and easy
Alexander Philipp,
Nov 10, 2026
Very professional booking site…
Very professional booking site prioritising the customer. Indeed, the rental company...
Daniel,
Nov 10, 2026
Very easy exactly what I expected
Very easy exactly what I expected
MICHAEL BOUHADANA,
Nov 10, 2026
Good process - so far
Good process - so far
Thomas,
Nov 10, 2026
Good price& good car
Easy selection of cars, easy booking, convenient Office and parking area, good car ....
yvzaydin,
Nov 10, 2026
Easy to book and understand
Easy to book and understand. Not over-threatening.
Jacob Goertzen,
Nov 10, 2026
Fast friendly service
Fast service, friendly helpful staff. Quick drop off.
David Livingstone,
Nov 10, 2026
Super
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Nov 10, 2026
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