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Nissan Kicks
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$33.28
per day
In terminal
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Hyundai Elantra
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$36.82
per day
In terminal
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Chevrolet Malibu
or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$38.93
per day
In terminal
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Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$36.20
per day
In terminal
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Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Mini Van
Automatic
7
A/C
4
$63.13
per day
In terminal
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Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$35.40
per day
In terminal
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Mazda 3
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$35.78
per day
In terminal
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$37.52
per day
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 18:48 on 06/11/26. 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
- Most popular car rental deals
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport info
- Top 20 locations near Sydney Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Sydney Airport and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Nov 6, 2026)
- Car rental statistics
- Top 4 suppliers at Sydney Airport in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, French
Currency
CAD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$40 per day
Speed limit within town
40–70 km/h
or
25–43 mph
Speed limit out of town
80–110 km/h
or
50–68 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$1.13 per liter or $4.28 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.06 per liter or $4.01 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.24 per liter or $4.69 per gallon
Airport info
Name
Sydney Airport (YQY)
IATA
YQY
ICAO
CYQY
Distance from city
5.6 miles / 9 km
Overall rating
6.2 / 10
Getting to the airport
7.2
Check-in and departures
7.5
Terminal facilities
5.4
Wi-Fi
6.4
Restaurants and car rental services
5.3
Lounge
5.3
Top 20 locations near Sydney Airport
- Greater Moncton International Airportfrom $23.27 per day356.8 km / 221.71 miles away
- Saint John Airportfrom $40.80 per day462.6 km / 287.45 miles away
- St. John's International Airportfrom $33.64 per day577.4 km / 358.78 miles away
- Quebec City Airportfrom $32.99 per day870.8 km / 541.09 miles away
- Montreal Airportfrom $33.86 per day1,062.6 km / 660.27 miles away
- Ottawa Airportfrom $41.41 per day1,213.9 km / 754.28 miles away
- Billy Bishop Toronto City Airportfrom $28.90 per day1,545.9 km / 960.58 miles away
- Toronto (Downtown)from $24.54 per day1,546.6 km / 961.01 miles away
- Toronto Airportfrom $23.86 per day1,562.3 km / 970.77 miles away
- Hamilton Airport1,602.9 km / 996 miles away
- Kitchener-Waterloo Airport1,627 km / 1,010.97 miles away
- Windsor International Airportfrom $45.06 per day1,868.9 km / 1,161.28 miles away
- Thunder Bay International Airportfrom $57.41 per day2,209 km / 1,372.61 miles away
- Winnipeg Airportfrom $23.22 per day2,767.3 km / 1,719.52 miles away
- Regina International Airportfrom $45.15 per day3,283.9 km / 2,040.52 miles away
- Saskatoon Airportfrom $23.22 per day3,395.6 km / 2,109.93 miles away
- Fort McMurray International Airportfrom $151.90 per day3,639.2 km / 2,261.29 miles away
- Edmonton Airportfrom $24.64 per day3,833.6 km / 2,382.09 miles away
- Calgary Airportfrom $27.31 per day3,913.5 km / 2,431.74 miles away
- Calgary (Downtown)from $16.85 per day3,918.3 km / 2,434.72 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
National
280 Airport Rd, Sydney, NS B1M 1B8
B
Enterprise
280 Silver Dart Way, Reserve Mines, NS B1E 1L2, Canada
C
Avis
280 Airport Rd, Sydney, NS B1M 1B8
D
Budget
280 Airport Rd, Sydney, NS B1M 1B8
When to book at Sydney Airport and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Sydney Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Sydney 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 monthOctober | Most expensive month September | |
| A good deal $36 | Cheapest supplier National | Cheapest car type SUVs |
Average rental costs per day at Sydney Airport
$105
$52
$0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
$95
in September
Sep
$29
in October
Oct
Nov
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Sydney Airport is October — when rental costs average $29.39 per day. This is 53% cheaper than the yearly average and 69% cheaper than renting a car in September (when prices average $95.15 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 Sydney Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car at Sydney Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in September, while they are least likely to rent in in September.
Monthly searches at Sydney Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
1.1
0.6
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Same as average in September
Sep
Same as average in October
Oct
Nov
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Sydney Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in October the average rental period is 43 days, while in September, the average rental period is only one day.
Average number of rental days at Sydney Airport
47
24
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
1 day in September
Sep
43 days in October
Oct
Nov
Dec
Car rental information
| 🤑 Lowest price | $33 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | National |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprise | Kia Seltos | 5 | SUV |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Nov 6, 2026)
Prices are lowest during October, starting at $29 for an Economy car and highest in September, when economy cars start at $95. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month at Sydney Airport is September, while the least popular month is September.
Sydney Airport hosts: National, Enterprise, Avis, Budget. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Yes, most companies at Sydney 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 Sydney Airport typically operate from 23:30-01:00.
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
National (rated 8.6 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Budget (rated 8.3 / 10)
Total rental companies
4
Average daily price
$40
Lowest daily price
$33
Total cars available
38
Top 4 suppliers at Sydney Airport in 2026
National
8.6
Very Good
Value for money
8.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
9.0
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.2
Car condition
9.2
$33–$109
per day
280 Airport Rd, Sydney, NS B1M 1B8
+19025391303
Show working hours
Mon
10:00-17:00
Tue
10:00-17:00
Wed
10:00-17:00
Thu
10:00-17:00
Fri
10:00-17:00
Enterprise
8.5
Very Good
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.9
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.8
Car condition
8.7
280 Silver Dart Way, Reserve Mines, NS B1E 1L2, Canada
+19025391303
Show working hours
Mon
10:00-17:00
Tue
10:00-17:00
Wed
10:00-17:00
Thu
10:00-17:00
Fri
10:00-17:00
Avis
8.4
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
9.0
Car condition
9.0
$36–$72
per day
280 Airport Rd, Sydney, NS B1M 1B8
+19025632847
Show working hours
Mon
10:00-14:00; 23:30-01:00
Tue
10:00-14:00; 23:30-01:00
Wed
10:00-14:00; 23:30-01:00
Thu
10:00-14:00; 23:30-01:00
Fri
10:00-14:00; 23:30-01:00
Sat
11:30-14:00; 23:30-01:00
Sun
11:30-14:00; 23:30-01:00
Budget
8.3
Good
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.6
Car condition
8.6
$35–$72
per day
280 Airport Rd, Sydney, NS B1M 1B8
+19025642615
Show working hours
Mon
10:00-14:00; 23:30-01:00
Tue
10:00-14:00; 23:30-01:00
Wed
10:00-14:00; 23:30-01:00
Thu
10:00-14:00; 23:30-01:00
Fri
10:00-14:00; 23:30-01:00
Sat
11:30-14:00; 23:30-01:00
Sun
11:30-14:00; 23:30-01:00
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