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MG 3
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£21.06
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Drop-off information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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MG 3
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£12.33
per day
Free cancellation
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
410 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Once you have collected your luggage, call 0061 361 650 838 and follow the prompts for shuttle bus pick up. Please allow up to 20 minutes for the shuttle to arrive.
Domestic: Exit the terminal doors closest to the car hire counters. Turn left and walk past the taxi rank. After passing the taxi rank, you will see a footpath with a yellow and black line painted on it. Ensure both colours are present on the footpath. Please follow the lines until you see the signage for “courtesy vehicle and rideshare pickup”.
International arrivals: Exit the front of the terminal, turn right and walk until you see yellow and black lines on the footpath, follow these lines until you reach the “courtesy vehicle and rideshare pickup” sign.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
410 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Excellent service
Kia Cerato
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£19.13
per day
Free cancellation
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
432 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Upon landing, please contact us on 0061 740 212 777 / 0061 1300 303 941 to request a shuttle bus. For Domestic and International Arrivals: After collecting your luggage, exit through the terminal doors closest to the car hire desks. Turn left and walk past the taxi area. Proceed to the 'Courtesy Vehicle & Rideshare Pick-up' area.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
432 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
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Free additional driver
Kia Stonic
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£13.84
per day
Free cancellation
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
410 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Once you have collected your luggage, call 0061 361 650 838 and follow the prompts for shuttle bus pick up. Please allow up to 20 minutes for the shuttle to arrive.
Domestic: Exit the terminal doors closest to the car hire counters. Turn left and walk past the taxi rank. After passing the taxi rank, you will see a footpath with a yellow and black line painted on it. Ensure both colours are present on the footpath. Please follow the lines until you see the signage for “courtesy vehicle and rideshare pickup”.
International arrivals: Exit the front of the terminal, turn right and walk until you see yellow and black lines on the footpath, follow these lines until you reach the “courtesy vehicle and rideshare pickup” sign.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
410 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Free additional driver
Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£14.78
per day
Free cancellation
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
410 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Once you have collected your luggage, call 0061 361 650 838 and follow the prompts for shuttle bus pick up. Please allow up to 20 minutes for the shuttle to arrive.
Domestic: Exit the terminal doors closest to the car hire counters. Turn left and walk past the taxi rank. After passing the taxi rank, you will see a footpath with a yellow and black line painted on it. Ensure both colours are present on the footpath. Please follow the lines until you see the signage for “courtesy vehicle and rideshare pickup”.
International arrivals: Exit the front of the terminal, turn right and walk until you see yellow and black lines on the footpath, follow these lines until you reach the “courtesy vehicle and rideshare pickup” sign.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
410 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Free additional driver
Honda Civic
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£20.30
per day
Free cancellation
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
410 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Once you have collected your luggage, call 0061 361 650 838 and follow the prompts for shuttle bus pick up. Please allow up to 20 minutes for the shuttle to arrive.
Domestic: Exit the terminal doors closest to the car hire counters. Turn left and walk past the taxi rank. After passing the taxi rank, you will see a footpath with a yellow and black line painted on it. Ensure both colours are present on the footpath. Please follow the lines until you see the signage for “courtesy vehicle and rideshare pickup”.
International arrivals: Exit the front of the terminal, turn right and walk until you see yellow and black lines on the footpath, follow these lines until you reach the “courtesy vehicle and rideshare pickup” sign.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
410 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
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Volkswagen Polo
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£21.58
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Drop-off information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£22.09
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Drop-off information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
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Skoda Scala
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£23.64
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Drop-off information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Hyundai i30
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£25.19
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Drop-off information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Mazda CX-3
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£26.19
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Drop-off information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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MG HS
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£27.77
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Drop-off information
Downtown
37-41 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Excellent service
MG3
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£29.93
per day
Free cancellation
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
411 Sheridan street,Cairns North, QLD 4870
Upon arrival, please call the number on your voucher or product terms for collection. (PH: 1800 327 826/ +61 7 5555 8900)
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
411 Sheridan street,Cairns North, QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Excellent service
Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£29.93
per day
Free cancellation
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
432 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Upon landing, please contact us on 0061 740 212 777 / 0061 1300 303 941 to request a shuttle bus. For Domestic and International Arrivals: After collecting your luggage, exit through the terminal doors closest to the car hire desks. Turn left and walk past the taxi area. Proceed to the 'Courtesy Vehicle & Rideshare Pick-up' area.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
432 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
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Excellent service
Hyundai i30
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£30.84
per day
Free cancellation
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
411 Sheridan street,Cairns North, QLD 4870
Upon arrival, please call the number on your voucher or product terms for collection. (PH: 1800 327 826/ +61 7 5555 8900)
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
411 Sheridan street,Cairns North, QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
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Excellent service
Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£34.45
per day
Free cancellation
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
411 Sheridan street,Cairns North, QLD 4870
Upon arrival, please call the number on your voucher or product terms for collection. (PH: 1800 327 826/ +61 7 5555 8900)
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
411 Sheridan street,Cairns North, QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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MG 3
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£37.01
per day
Free cancellation
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
Drop-off information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
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Excellent service
Toyota Yaris
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£37.15
per day
Free cancellation
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
411 Sheridan street,Cairns North, QLD 4870
Upon arrival, please call the number on your voucher or product terms for collection. (PH: 1800 327 826/ +61 7 5555 8900)
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
411 Sheridan street,Cairns North, QLD 4870
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Mazda CX3
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£38.45
per day
Free cancellation
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
Drop-off information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Hyundai Kona
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£42.94
per day
Free cancellation
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
Drop-off information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
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Mazda 3
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£44.71
per day
Free cancellation
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
Drop-off information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Mazda CX5
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£46.50
per day
Free cancellation
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
Drop-off information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Skoda Octavia
or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£46.73
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
T2 Terminal, Aeroglen QLD 4870, Australia
Upon arrival of an aircraft at the Cairns International Arrivals T1 Terminal, exit the terminal building, turn right following the footpath towards the end of the terminal building, and continue following the signs to the T2 terminal. Enter the T2 building and proceed to the Redspot car hire counter opposite the baggage carousel area.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
T2 Terminal, Aeroglen QLD 4870, Australia
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Excellent service
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
£48.78
per day
Free cancellation
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
432 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Upon landing, please contact us on 0061 740 212 777 / 0061 1300 303 941 to request a shuttle bus. For Domestic and International Arrivals: After collecting your luggage, exit through the terminal doors closest to the car hire desks. Turn left and walk past the taxi area. Proceed to the 'Courtesy Vehicle & Rideshare Pick-up' area.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
432 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
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Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£48.83
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
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Average deposit
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Toyota Yaris Cross
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£49.26
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport
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Low deposit
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£50.60
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
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Average deposit
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£50.65
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Mazda CX-8
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
£52.27
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
T2 Terminal, Aeroglen QLD 4870, Australia
Upon arrival of an aircraft at the Cairns International Arrivals T1 Terminal, exit the terminal building, turn right following the footpath towards the end of the terminal building, and continue following the signs to the T2 terminal. Enter the T2 building and proceed to the Redspot car hire counter opposite the baggage carousel area.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
T2 Terminal, Aeroglen QLD 4870, Australia
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£53.03
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport
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Low deposit
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Mazda CX-3
or similar Economy SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£54.14
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Mazda CX-3
or similar Economy SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£54.22
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
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Toyota Kluger
or similar Full-size SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
£54.49
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
T2 Terminal, Aeroglen QLD 4870, Australia
Upon arrival of an aircraft at the Cairns International Arrivals T1 Terminal, exit the terminal building, turn right following the footpath towards the end of the terminal building, and continue following the signs to the T2 terminal. Enter the T2 building and proceed to the Redspot car hire counter opposite the baggage carousel area.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
T2 Terminal, Aeroglen QLD 4870, Australia
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Mazda CX-30
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£55.22
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Toyota Yaris Cross
or similar Economy SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£56.00
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Toyota Corolla Cross
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£58.00
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Excellent service
Toyota Highlander
or similar Full-size SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
£58.05
per day
Free cancellation
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
432 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Upon landing, please contact us on 0061 740 212 777 / 0061 1300 303 941 to request a shuttle bus. For Domestic and International Arrivals: After collecting your luggage, exit through the terminal doors closest to the car hire desks. Turn left and walk past the taxi area. Proceed to the 'Courtesy Vehicle & Rideshare Pick-up' area.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
432 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
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Kia Carnival
or similar Premium Van
Automatic
8
A/C
5
£58.35
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
T2 Terminal, Aeroglen QLD 4870, Australia
Upon arrival of an aircraft at the Cairns International Arrivals T1 Terminal, exit the terminal building, turn right following the footpath towards the end of the terminal building, and continue following the signs to the T2 terminal. Enter the T2 building and proceed to the Redspot car hire counter opposite the baggage carousel area.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
T2 Terminal, Aeroglen QLD 4870, Australia
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Excellent service
Kia Carnival
or similar Mini Van
Automatic
8
A/C
5
£58.68
per day
Free cancellation
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
432 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Upon landing, please contact us on 0061 740 212 777 / 0061 1300 303 941 to request a shuttle bus. For Domestic and International Arrivals: After collecting your luggage, exit through the terminal doors closest to the car hire desks. Turn left and walk past the taxi area. Proceed to the 'Courtesy Vehicle & Rideshare Pick-up' area.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
432 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
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Mazda CX-30
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£60.38
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£62.13
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
153 Lake Street
Drop-off information
Downtown
153 Lake Street
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Hyundai i30
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£63.06
per day
Free cancellation
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
Drop-off information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Toyota Corolla Cross
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£63.40
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Toyota C-HR
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£64.11
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
153 Lake Street
Drop-off information
Downtown
153 Lake Street
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Toyota Corolla Sedan
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£64.56
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
153 Lake Street
Drop-off information
Downtown
153 Lake Street
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Ford Everest
or similar Full-size SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
4
£64.95
per day
Free cancellation
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
Drop-off information
Downtown
Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£66.83
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Terminal Building Cairns Airport
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Low deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Toyota Yaris Cross
or similar Economy SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£67.34
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Airport Ave
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Airport Ave
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Kia Cerato
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£67.69
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
153 Lake St
Drop-off information
Downtown
153 Lake St
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Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Toyota Yaris
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£68.52
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
153 Lake Street
Drop-off information
Downtown
153 Lake Street
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Table of contents
- Cheapest Car Hire Rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- One-way Car Hire in Cairns
- Car hire prices in Cairns
- Top 20 cities near Cairns
- Top 15 locations near Cairns
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Cairns and for how long?
- Car hire information
- Most popular car models of suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 2 Nov 2026)
- Here's what travellers say about hiring a car in Cairns
- Car Hire Statistics
- Top 17 suppliers in Cairns in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English
Currency
AUD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Dialing code
+61
Average car hire price
£53 per day
Average car hire length
7 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
£0.91 per litre or £3.44 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
£0.85 per litre or £3.22 per gallon
Highest petrol price
£0.94 per litre or £3.56 per gallon
Score
9.5 / 10
One-way Car Hire in Cairns
The most popular one-way car hire options for pick up in Cairns and drop off in another city include:
- From Cairns to Gold Coast - 88 offers from £50.87 per day
- From Cairns to Brisbane - 97 offers from £50.87 per day
- From Cairns to Townsville - 86 offers from £45.54 per day
- From Cairns to Airlie Beach - 8 offers from £84.94 per day
Top 20 cities near Cairns
- Port Douglas58.9 km / 36.6 miles
- Rockhamptonstarting at £57.27 per day869.5 km / 540.28 miles
- Hervey Baystarting at £33.05 per day1,178.7 km / 732.41 miles
- Brisbanestarting at £13.44 per day1,388.9 km / 863.02 miles
- Ipswichstarting at £39.72 per day1,389.8 km / 863.58 miles
- Alice Springsstarting at £53.43 per day1,450.4 km / 901.24 miles
- Tamworthstarting at £20.44 per day1,659.8 km / 1,031.35 miles
- Darwinstarting at £18.08 per day1,680.8 km / 1,044.4 miles
- Newcastlestarting at £16.77 per day1,878.6 km / 1,167.31 miles
- Sydneystarting at £13.54 per day1,961.9 km / 1,219.07 miles
- Wagga Waggastarting at £25.03 per day2,031.2 km / 1,262.13 miles
- Canberrastarting at £27.76 per day2,068 km / 1,285 miles
- Adelaidestarting at £14.25 per day2,124.7 km / 1,320.23 miles
- Bendigostarting at £35.99 per day2,210.6 km / 1,373.6 miles
- Melbournestarting at £13.21 per day2,324 km / 1,444.07 miles
- Mount Gambierstarting at £17.03 per day2,366.3 km / 1,470.35 miles
- Devonportstarting at £44.71 per day2,698.1 km / 1,676.52 miles
- Launcestonstarting at £33.79 per day2,729.1 km / 1,695.78 miles
- Kalgoorliestarting at £24.46 per day2,901 km / 1,802.6 miles
- Perthstarting at £20.22 per day3,442.1 km / 2,138.82 miles
Top 15 locations near Cairns
- Alice Springs Airportstarting at £54.20 per day1,454.4 km / 903.72 miles
- Darwin Airportstarting at £18.27 per day1,678.6 km / 1,043.03 miles
- Sydney Penrithstarting at £27.91 per day1,934.9 km / 1,202.29 miles
- Sydney St Mary's1,939.3 km / 1,205.03 miles
- Sydney Castle Hillstarting at £30.48 per day1,941.1 km / 1,206.14 miles
- Sydney Parramattastarting at £26.75 per day1,951.3 km / 1,212.48 miles
- Sydney Artarmonstarting at £27.46 per day1,954.7 km / 1,214.59 miles
- Sydney Airportstarting at £13.54 per day1,967.6 km / 1,222.61 miles
- Canberra Airportstarting at £31.75 per day2,072.3 km / 1,287.67 miles
- Adelaide Airportstarting at £14.25 per day2,129.3 km / 1,323.09 miles
- Melbourne Airportstarting at £13.21 per day2,309.3 km / 1,434.93 miles
- Melbourne (Downtown)starting at £24.54 per day2,324 km / 1,444.07 miles
- Melbourne Hoppers Crossingstarting at £23.40 per day2,332.1 km / 1,449.1 miles
- Melbourne Claytonstarting at £25.88 per day2,335.3 km / 1,451.09 miles
- Perth Fremantlestarting at £28.40 per day3,454.7 km / 2,146.65 miles
Map of top car rental locations
A
Cairns Airport (CNS)
17 rental locations
B
Cairns (Downtown)
12 rental locations
When to book in Cairns and for how long?
In which month is car hire in Cairns the most affordable?
According to our data, prices for hiring a car in Cairns fluctuate depending on the time of year. This graph displays the average hire prices in each month in order to help you find the best bargain.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthFebruary | Most expensive month July | ||
| Average price £24 | A good deal £28 | Cheapest supplier Bargain Car Rentals | Cheapest car type Large cars |
Average price for hiring a car per day in Cairns
£61
£30
£0
£28
in January
Jan
£20
in February
Feb
£24
in March
Mar
£29
in April
Apr
£22
in May
May
£35
in June
Jun
£55
in July
Jul
£39
in August
Aug
£36
in September
Sep
£26
in October
Oct
£22
in November
Nov
£37
in December
Dec
The best month to hire a car in Cairns is February (when the average price is £20.07 per day). This is 17% less than the yearly average and 64% less than hiring in July (when the average price is £55.27).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your car 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 select your dates in the form at the top of the page to find out the exact prices.
What is the most favoured month for hiring a car in Cairns?
Given the number of searches made by our customers, the most popular month for hiring a car in Cairns is November, and the least popular is August.
Popularity of Car Hire in Cairns by Monthly Searches
1.5
0.8
0
1.3 times in January
Jan
0.8 times in February
Feb
Same as average in March
Mar
1.3 times in April
Apr
Same as average in May
May
0.9 times in June
Jun
0.7 times in July
Jul
0.5 times in August
Aug
0.8 times in September
Sep
1.1 times in October
Oct
1.4 times in November
Nov
1.3 times in December
Dec
What's the usual period for which people keep their hire cars, on average, in Cairns?
Car hire lengths vary from month to month: in November, the average hirer keeps their car for 8 days, and in January, they keep their car for 6 days.
Average number of hire days in Cairns
9
4
0
6 days in January
Jan
7 days in February
Feb
6 days in March
Mar
6 days in April
Apr
7 days in May
May
7 days in June
Jun
7 days in July
Jul
7 days in August
Aug
6 days in September
Sep
6 days in October
Oct
8 days in November
Nov
7 days in December
Dec
Car hire information
| 📍 Car hire locations | 2 |
| ✈️ Airport locations | 1 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Bargain Car Rentals, Simba Car Hire, Everything Fleet, EastCoast Car Rentals, Thrifty |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, medium cars, large cars, small cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | £18 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Bargain Car Rentals |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain Car Rentals | Kia Stonic | 4 | SUV |
| Bargain Car Rentals | MG 3 | 5 | Medium car |
| Bargain Car Rentals | MG HS | 4 | SUV |
| Bargain Car Rentals | MG 5 | 5 | Large car |
| Everything Fleet | Nissan X-Trail | 5 | SUV |
| Simba Car Hire | MG 3 | 5 | Small car |
| Everything Fleet | Subaru Crosstrek | 5 | SUV |
| Simba Car Hire | MG ZS | 5 | SUV |
| Simba Car Hire | Mitsubishi Outlander | 5 | SUV |
| EastCoast Car Rentals | Hyundai i30 | 4 | Large car |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 2 Nov 2026)
Prices are lowest during February, starting at £20 for an Economy car and highest in July, when economy cars start at £55. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month in Cairns is November, while the least popular month is August.
Cairns hosts: Everything Fleet, SIXT, Simba Car Hire, Dollar, Bargain Car Rentals, EastCoast Car Rentals, Ace Rental Cars, Europcar, Hertz, Thrifty. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Yes. One-way drop-offs to the following cities are available: Gold Coast, Brisbane, Townsville, Airlie Beach. Fees vary between suppliers, so compare by making sure you search using your desired city for the return location. Prices start from £46 for one-way rentals in Cairns
Here's what travellers say about hiring a car in Cairns
9.5
Average rating
Based on 11 reviews
Best month to visit
November
Happiest customers drive
Toyota Camry
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15 Feb 2026
Neil H.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Snorkelling on the Coral Reefs
25 Oct 2025
Benjamin P.
MG 3
Allowed us to make a quick trip into Mareeba that we otherwise couldn't have done
2 Mar 2025
Glen W.
Mitsubishi Outlander
Met my daughter who is living in Tully. Drove into the Daintree National Park. Saw many beaches and waterfalls. Saw the wild life (birds, roos, crocs etc) Rode on the train to Kuranda and back on the cable car. Went down the Tully river white water rafting.
26 Nov 2024
Russell M.
Suzuki Swift
Perfect for visiting port Douglas and Daintree
21 Sept 2024
Koh J.
MG HS
All went very well from Cairns to my drive to Cape Tribulation and back. Just a big disappointment that Skydive Australia had to cancel my tandem jump on my last day because of inclement weather. This was sad 😪
16 Mar 2024
David M.
Mitsubishi ASX
Dauntree rainforest, Whitehaven islands tour with Sealink, Scenic flight with Ocean Rafting
2 Mar 2024
Raymond W.
Toyota Corolla
Magnetic Island was really good
18 Feb 2024
Michael B.
Toyota Corolla
Snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef - Rainforests and 3000k!!
30 Mar 2023
Colin H.
Kia Stonic
Cape Tribulation was worth the drive
14 Mar 2023
Pauline T.
Hyundai Kona
Was visiting family and friends so appreciated a good experience hiring a car.
13 Jul 2022
Allison S.
Hyundai Kona
Loved Skyrail, The Crystal Caves, Koala Park and Hartley's Crocodile Farm. I would recommend Reeftrippers for a great small experience at seeing the Great Barrier Reef, they were amazing.
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Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
Everything Fleet (rated 9.3 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Routes Car Rental (rated 7.4 / 10)
Total number of reviews
195
Total rental companies
17
Average daily price
£53
Lowest daily price
£18
Total cars available
241
Top 17 suppliers in Cairns in 2026
Everything Fleet
1 location
9.3
Excellent
27 ratings
Value for money
9.1
Ease of finding
9.0
Agent helpfulness
9.3
Pick-up speed
9.1
Drop-off speed
9.6
Car cleanliness
9.4
Car condition
9.4
£111–£115
per day
Most popular location
462 - 464 Sheridan Street, Carins North QLD 4870
SIXT
2 locations
9.0
Excellent
276 ratings
Value for money
8.6
Ease of finding
9.2
Agent helpfulness
9.0
Pick-up speed
8.8
Drop-off speed
9.4
Car cleanliness
9.1
Car condition
9.1
Most popular location
SIXT, Terminal building, Cairns Airport, QLD 4870
Simba Car Hire
1 location
9.0
Excellent
291 ratings
Value for money
9.0
Ease of finding
9.1
Agent helpfulness
9.0
Pick-up speed
8.7
Drop-off speed
8.9
Car cleanliness
9.4
Car condition
9.3
£49–£85
per day
Most popular location
432 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
Dollar
2 locations
8.9
Very Good
33 ratings
Value for money
8.5
Ease of finding
9.0
Agent helpfulness
8.8
Pick-up speed
8.8
Drop-off speed
8.9
Car cleanliness
9.1
Car condition
9.1
£43–£212
per day
Most popular location
147 Lake St
Bargain Car Rentals
1 location
8.9
Very Good
1,445 ratings
Value for money
8.7
Ease of finding
8.8
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.6
Drop-off speed
9.3
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.2
£18–£49
per day
Most popular location
410 Sheridan St, Cairns North QLD 4870
EastCoast Car Rentals
1 location
8.9
Very Good
456 ratings
Value for money
8.5
Ease of finding
8.9
Agent helpfulness
8.5
Pick-up speed
8.8
Drop-off speed
8.8
Car cleanliness
9.2
Car condition
9.2
£37–£63
per day
Most popular location
411 Sheridan Street, Cairns, 4870
Ace Rental Cars
2 locations
8.9
Very Good
58 ratings
Value for money
9.1
Ease of finding
8.6
Agent helpfulness
8.6
Pick-up speed
8.4
Drop-off speed
9.3
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.4
Most popular location
147 Lake Street
Europcar
2 locations
8.8
Very Good
102 ratings
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.9
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.7
Drop-off speed
9.1
Car cleanliness
9.0
Car condition
8.9
£37–£124
per day
Most popular location
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Hertz
2 locations
8.8
Very Good
9 ratings
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.7
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.6
Drop-off speed
8.7
Car cleanliness
9.1
Car condition
9.1
£56–£221
per day
Most popular location
Airport Ave
Thrifty
2 locations
8.8
Very Good
270 ratings
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.7
Agent helpfulness
8.6
Pick-up speed
8.6
Drop-off speed
9.3
Car cleanliness
9.2
Car condition
9.1
£43–£238
per day
Most popular location
147 Lake St, Cairns City
Avis
2 locations
8.7
Very Good
17 ratings
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.9
Agent helpfulness
8.6
Pick-up speed
8.4
Drop-off speed
9.0
Car cleanliness
8.9
Car condition
8.9
£48–£203
per day
Most popular location
Terminal Building
Budget
2 locations
8.6
Very Good
32 ratings
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.7
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.1
Drop-off speed
9.4
Car cleanliness
8.9
Car condition
8.6
£48–£153
per day
Most popular location
Terminal Building
GreenMotion
1 location
8.5
Very Good
Value for money
8.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.0
Car condition
9.0
£18–£89
per day
Most popular location
404 Sheridan Street, Cairns, North QLD, 4870
Firefly
2 locations
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
Most popular location
Cairns Square, Abbott St
Keddy
2 locations
8.3
Good
5 ratings
Value for money
8.0
Ease of finding
7.8
Agent helpfulness
8.1
Pick-up speed
7.9
Drop-off speed
8.6
Car cleanliness
8.9
Car condition
8.7
Most popular location
Terminal Building Cairns Airport, Cairns City QLD 4870
Redspot
2 locations
8.1
Good
5 ratings
Value for money
7.7
Ease of finding
8.5
Agent helpfulness
7.8
Pick-up speed
8.1
Drop-off speed
8.5
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
8.0
£21–£54
per day
Most popular location
T2 Terminal, Aeroglen QLD 4870, Australia
Routes Car Rental
2 locations
7.4
Below Average
1 rating
Value for money
6.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
6.3
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
7.4
Car condition
7.3
Most popular location
CAIRNS AIRPORT, Terminal Building
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