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Cheapest Car Hire Rates
Toyota Hilux
or similar Full-size Extended Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
US$101.20
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Armidale Airport (ARM)
10541 New England Hwy
Airport location, please follow the signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Armidale Airport (ARM)
10541 New England Hwy
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
US$100.48
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Armidale Airport (ARM)
10541 New England Hwy
Airport location, please follow the signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Armidale Airport (ARM)
10541 New England Hwy
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Kia Carnival
or similar Full-size Van
Automatic
8
A/C
5
US$101.20
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Armidale Airport (ARM)
10541 New England Hwy
Airport location, please follow the signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Armidale Airport (ARM)
10541 New England Hwy
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
US$106.51
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Armidale Airport (ARM)
10541 New England Hwy
Drop-off information
Armidale Airport (ARM)
10541 New England Hwy
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Kia Carnival
or similar Full-size Van
Automatic
8
A/C
4
US$107.27
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Armidale Airport (ARM)
10541 New England Hwy
Drop-off information
Armidale Airport (ARM)
10541 New England Hwy
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 15:45 on 27/10/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest Car Hire Rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport information
- Top 15 locations near Armidale Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Armidale Airport and for how long?
- Car hire information
- Most popular car models of suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 22 Oct 2026)
- Car Hire Statistics
- Top 4 suppliers at Armidale Airport in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English
Currency
AUD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Dialing code
+61
Average car hire price
US$105 per day
Average car hire length
2 days
Speed limit within city centre
50 km/h
or
31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
100–130 km/h
or
62–81 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average petrol price
US$1.44 per litre or US$5.45 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
US$1.44 per litre or US$5.45 per gallon
Highest petrol price
US$1.44 per litre or US$5.45 per gallon
Airport information
Name
Armidale Airport (ARM)
IATA
ARM
ICAO
YARM
Distance from the city centre
2.5 miles / 4 km
Overall rating
4.9 / 10
Getting to the airport
6.3
Check-in and departures
6.5
Facilities and services
4.7
Wi-Fi
4.3
Dining and car hire services
3.8
Lounge
3.8
Top 15 locations near Armidale Airport
- Sydney Castle Hillstarting at US$24.45 per day361.2 km / 224.44 miles
- Sydney Artarmonstarting at US$36.21 per day367.6 km / 228.42 miles
- Sydney Penrithstarting at US$25.34 per day369 km / 229.29 miles
- Sydney St Mary's369.6 km / 229.66 miles
- Sydney Parramattastarting at US$22.77 per day371.5 km / 230.84 miles
- Sydney Airportstarting at US$25.76 per day381.7 km / 237.18 miles
- Canberra Airportstarting at US$35.10 per day577.4 km / 358.78 miles
- Melbourne Airportstarting at US$14.88 per day1,009.4 km / 627.21 miles
- Melbourne Claytonstarting at US$32.97 per day1,014.3 km / 630.26 miles
- Melbourne (Downtown)starting at US$39.25 per day1,014.6 km / 630.44 miles
- Melbourne Hoppers Crossingstarting at US$36.24 per day1,033.5 km / 642.19 miles
- Adelaide Airportstarting at US$25.01 per day1,317.5 km / 818.66 miles
- Alice Springs Airportstarting at US$57.69 per day1,902.2 km / 1,181.97 miles
- Darwin Airportstarting at US$25.39 per day2,932.5 km / 1,822.17 miles
- Perth Fremantlestarting at US$36.18 per day3,395.6 km / 2,109.93 miles
Map of top car rental locations
A
SIXT
Terminal Building, Armidale NSW 2350
B
Thrifty
10541 New England Hwy
C
Hertz
10541 New England Hwy
D
Firefly
10541 New England Hwy
When to book at Armidale Airport and for how long?
In which month is car hire at Armidale Airport the most affordable?
Prices for hiring a car at Armidale Airport fluctuate depending on the time of year. This table and graph can help you find the best bargain.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthSeptember | Most expensive month January | ||
| Average price US$80 | A good deal US$105 | Cheapest supplier Thrifty | Cheapest car type People Carriers |
Average price for hiring a car per day at Armidale Airport
US$132
US$66
US$0
US$120
in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
US$56
in April
Apr
May
US$61
in June
Jun
Jul
Aug
US$46
in September
Sep
US$80
in October
Oct
Nov
Dec
The best month to hire a car at Armidale Airport is September — when the average price for a hire is US$46.27 per day. This is 42% less than the yearly average and 61% less than hiring a car in January (when the average price is US$119.92 per day).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
What time of year sees the highest demand for car hire at Armidale Airport?
Given the number of users searching for a car at Armidale Airport, there is a higher probability of travellers hiring a car in September in comparison to hiring a car in in January.
Monthly Car Hire Searches at Armidale Airport Compared to the Yearly Average
2.2
1.1
0
0.5 times in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
1.5 times in April
Apr
May
0.5 times in June
Jun
Jul
Aug
2 times in September
Sep
0.5 times in October
Oct
Nov
Dec
For how long do most travellers hire cars for at Armidale Airport?
How long travellers keep their hire cars varies by the time of year: in June the average hire period is 3 days, while in January, the average hire period is only 2 days.
Average number of hire days at Armidale Airport
3
2
0
2 days in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
2 days in April
Apr
May
3 days in June
Jun
Jul
Aug
2 days in September
Sep
2 days in October
Oct
Nov
Dec
Car hire information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Hertz, Thrifty |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, large cars, medium cars, people Carriers |
| 🤑 Lowest price | US$102 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Thrifty |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thrifty | Toyota Land Cruiser Prado | 5 | SUV |
| Hertz | Toyota Corolla | 4 | Medium car |
| Hertz | Mazda CX-3 | 5 | SUV |
| Hertz | Toyota Corolla | 4 | Large car |
| Thrifty | Kia Sportage | 4 | SUV |
| Hertz | Kia Carnival | 4 | Van |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 22 Oct 2026)
Prices are lowest during September, starting at US$46 for an Economy car and highest in January, when economy cars start at US$120. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month at Armidale Airport is September, while the least popular month is January.
Armidale Airport hosts: SIXT, Thrifty, Hertz, Firefly. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Yes, most companies at Armidale 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 Armidale Airport typically operate from 08:00-17:00.
Picking up a rental car at Armidale Airport (ARM) is typically 58.85% more expensive than in Armidale (Downtown) due to airport surcharges. Offices downtown may have lower base rates. Compare both options when booking, keeping in mind the transport cost of reaching the downtown location.
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
SIXT (rated 8.6 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Firefly (rated 8.3 / 10)
Total rental companies
4
Average daily price
US$105
Lowest daily price
US$102
Total cars available
6
Top 4 suppliers at Armidale Airport in 2026
SIXT
8.6
Very Good
1 rating
Value for money
8.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.9
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.2
Car condition
9.1
Terminal Building, Armidale NSW 2350
+61267653699
Show working hours
Mon
09:00-17:00
Tue
09:00-17:00
Wed
09:00-17:00
Thu
09:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
09:00-13:30
Sun
12:30-17:00
Thrifty
8.6
Very Good
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
US$102–US$120
per day
10541 New England Hwy
+61136139
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
08:00-17:00
Sun
09:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Hertz
8.5
Very Good
1 rating
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
US$108–US$134
per day
10541 New England Hwy
0267720620
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
08:00-17:00
Sun
09:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Firefly
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
10541 New England Hwy
0267720620
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
08:00-17:00
Sun
09:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
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