Car Rental at Rockhampton Airport
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Rockhampton Airport Car Rental
Economy
MG 3
or similar
$33.21
/ per day
Rockhampton Airport Car Rental
Compact
Toyota Yaris
or similar
$38.85
/ per day
Rockhampton Airport Car Rental
Special
Mystery Car
or similar
$42.24
/ per day
Rockhampton Airport Car Rental
Standard SUV
MG HS
or similar
$58.86
/ per day
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Rockhampton Airport Car Rental
Intermediate SUV
Mazda CX-5
or similar
$73.07
/ per day
Rockhampton Airport Car Rental
Full-size
Toyota Camry
or similar
$89.43
/ per day
Rockhampton Airport Car Rental
Full-size Elite SUV
Isuzu MU-X
or similar
$57.75
/ per day
Rockhampton Airport Car Rental
Premium Extended Cab Pickup
Ford Ranger
or similar
$86.15
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 12:26 on 2023-12-04. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Languages
English
Currency
AUD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+61
Average car rental price
$60 per day
Average car rental length
6 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%
Average gasoline price
$1.34 per liter or $5.08 / 1 gallon
Lowest gasoline price
$1.16 per liter or $4.38 / 1 gallon
Highest gasoline price
$1.85 per liter or $7.00 / 1 gallon
Airport Car Rental
The fourth-largest city in Queensland, Rockhampton is a popular travel destination. Far enough from both Brisbane and Cairns to have its own identity (but with direct flights to both), Rockhampton is famous for its cattle industry (and steaks), amazing art gallery, nature preserves like Mount Etna Caves National Park, and access to the Capricorn Coast and the southern parts of the Great Barrier Reef.
Top international routes
- Brisbane
- Cairns
- Townsville
- Mackay
- Sunshine Coast
- Melbourne
Main airlines
Qantas, Virgin Australia, Alliance, Bonza
Terminals
The airport is made up of a single modern terminal. All areas of the airport can be quickly and easily accessed on foot.
Location
Located about 4 km (2.5 miles) west of the city, the airport can be reached by car in about 5 minutes. Hunter Street is the main avenue connecting the airport to the city proper.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $38 per day
- Medium cars - from $35 per day
- Vans - from $98 per day
- Premium cars - from $86 per day
- Small cars - from $33 per day
- SUVs - from $50 per day
Services and facilities
A small, renovated airport, it has a snack bar, a newsstand, an ATM, showers, charging stations, free WiFi, and a pay-to-access airport lounge. The airport is generally accessible to travelers with reduced mobility. The airport’s opening hours are from 5:00 a.m. until the last flight of the day.
Nearest gas station
A Caltex station at 171 Denham Street, Allenstown, is about 3.5 km (2.2 miles) from the airport and takes five minutes to reach. There are many other gas stations in and around Rockhampton.
Popular one-way rentals
- Mackay (336 km / 209 miles)
- Sunshine Coast (527 km / 327 miles)
- Brisbane (617 km / 383 miles)
- Emerald (270 km / 168 miles)
Fact checked by
Eddie and Kelli
This article was reviewed and updated by Eddie and Kelli, the creators and authors of The Vanabond Tales, a travel blog focused on slow travel. Minimalist travel adventures that are budget-friendly, outdoor-focused, and environmentally conscious. You’ll currently find them aboard his little boat Whisper sailing the Mediterranean.
Airport info
Rockhampton Airport (ROK)
- IATA: ROK
- ICAO: YBRK
- Name: Rockhampton Airport (ROK)
- Distance from city: 2.5 miles / 4 km
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Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Rockhampton Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Rockhampton Airport varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day at Rockhampton Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Rockhampton Airport is October — when rental costs average $37.62 per day. This is 38% cheaper than the yearly average and 61% cheaper than renting a car in February (when prices average $95.58 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.
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.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Rockhampton Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in August the average rental period is 10 days, while in April, the average rental period is only 2 days.
Average number of rental days at Rockhampton Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Rockhampton Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Rockhampton Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car at Rockhampton Airport in November, while they are least likely to rent in in February.
Monthly searches at Rockhampton Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Rental Information
| Popular suppliers | SIXT, Alamo, Avis, Europcar, Thrifty |
| Popular car categories | SUVs, Medium cars, Large cars, Small cars |
| Lowest price | $33 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Alamo |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alamo | Toyota Yaris | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| SIXT | Toyota CH-R Hybrid | 5 | 1 | SUVs |
| SIXT | Hyundai Kona | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| SIXT | Mitsubishi Outlander Aut. | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Alamo | MG 3 | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| SIXT | Toyota Yaris | 5 | 0 | Small cars |
| SIXT | Toyota RAV4 | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Europcar | Ford Puma | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| SIXT | Mystery Car | 4 | 2 | |
| SIXT | Mercedes SUV GLC | 5 | 4 | SUVs |
Our Customers' Reviews
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Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Thrifty
9.2 / 10
Lowest rated company
Keddy
8.6 / 10
Total rental companies
10
Average daily price
$59.94
Lowest daily price
$33.21
Total cars available
66
Top 10 Suppliers at Rockhampton Airport in 2023
Thrifty
+61136139
Rockhampton Airport, Hunter St, Rockhampton QLD 4700
$60 - $131
Working hours
Mon:07:00-20:00
Tue:07:00-20:00
Wed:07:00-20:00
Thu:07:00-20:00
Fri:07:00-20:00
Sat:09:00-13:00
Sun:09:30-16:30
SIXT
+61428969948
Terminal Building Canoona Road, Rockhampton Airport
$42 - $98
Working hours
Mon:07:30-16:30
Tue:07:30-17:00
Wed:07:30-16:30
Thu:07:30-16:30
Fri:08:00-16:30
Sun:10:00-17:00
+610748900790
Rockhampton Airport, Hunter St, Rockhampton QLD 4700
Working hours
Mon:07:00-20:00
Tue:07:00-20:00
Wed:07:00-20:00
Thu:07:00-20:00
Fri:07:00-20:00
Sat:09:00-13:00
Sun:09:30-16:30
Budget
0749228064
Terminal Building
$272
Working hours
Mon:07:00-20:45
Tue:07:00-20:45
Wed:07:00-19:45
Thu:07:00-19:45
Fri:07:00-19:45
Sat:09:45-12:15; 14:30-18:00
Sun:09:30-12:15; 15:00-20:45
National
+61749276225 / +610748862407
Hunter St, West Rockhampton QLD 4700
$125 - $193
Alamo
+61749276225 / +61748862407
Canoona Rd, West Rockhampton QLD 4700
$33 - $42
Europcar
+610749220044
Terminal Building Rockhampton Airport, Rockhampton QLD 4700
$59 - $160
Working hours
Mon:07:00-17:00
Tue:07:00-17:00
Wed:07:00-17:00
Thu:07:00-18:00
Fri:07:00-18:00
Sat:07:00-12:00
Sun:10:00-17:00
Avis
0749241689
Terminal Building
$75 - $188
Working hours
Mon:07:00-21:00
Tue:07:00-21:00
Wed:07:00-21:00
Thu:07:00-21:00
Fri:07:00-21:00
Sat:08:00-14:30
Sun:09:30-21:00
+61749276225 / +610748862407
26 Hunter St, West Rockhampton QLD 4700
$37 - $53
Keddy
+610749220044
Terminal Building Rockhampton Airport, Rockhampton QLD 4700
Working hours
Mon:07:00-17:00
Tue:07:00-17:00
Wed:07:00-17:00
Thu:07:00-18:00
Fri:07:00-18:00
Sat:07:00-12:00
Sun:10:00-17:00
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