Cairns North car hires from $42

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Cairns North with a pick-up date of 2/9 and drop-off date of 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap car hire in Cairns North

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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
M
$55/day
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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
M
$57/day
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Toyota Camry car
Toyota Camry
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
M
$78/day
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Kia Carnival car
Kia Carnival
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
$96/day
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Class Full-size SUV car
Class Full-size SUV
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
$75/day
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BMW 3 Series car
BMW 3 Series
or similar Large
5
5
2/4
M
$262/day
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Kia Carnival car
Kia Carnival
or similar Van
5
3
4-5
M
$127/day
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Tesla Model Y car
Tesla Model Y
or similar Luxury
5
5
2/4
M
$105/day
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Tesla Model Y car
Tesla Model Y
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
$105/day
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Kia Stonic car
Kia Stonic
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
$42/day
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Class Intermediate SUV car
Class Intermediate SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$64/day
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Mitsubishi Outlander car
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$74/day
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Most popular agency

Budget

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

$93/day

Good deal

$67/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Cairns North car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Cairns North with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Cairns North?

You should book your car hire in Cairns North around 61 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Cairns North?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Cairns North are Simba Car Hire (9.0, 2 reviews), Avis (6.0, 1 review), and Firefly (9.0).
Simba Car Hire
Simba Car Hire
Rated 9.0/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 6.0/10
Firefly
Firefly
Rated 9.0/10
Bargain Rental Cars
Bargain Rental Cars
Rated 8.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Cairns North?

SUV cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Cairns North. SUV cars in Cairns North cost $80/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $42/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Cairns North?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Cairns North is February at an average cost of $38/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Cairns North when prices are $114/day on average, which tends to be 169% above the yearly average hire price for Cairns North.

Which rental car company has the most locations in in in?

Avis operates 2 locations in Cairns North, more than any other car hire company.
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Cairns North

  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Cairns North for $67 or less
  • Supplier choice hire cars in Cairns North are around 43% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Cairns North

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cairns North?

    On average a car hire in Cairns North costs $93 per day.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Cairns airport (CNS)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Cairns airport include Bargain Car Rentals, Alamo, Dollar, Apex and Ace.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Cairns airport (CNS)?

    The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Cairns airport to off-airport locations is Alamo.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Cairns North?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Cairns North?

    A Standard car hire in Cairns North costs $54 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Cairns North?

    A Compact car hire in Cairns North costs $96 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Cairns North?

    An Intermediate car hire in Cairns North costs $71 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular car hire location in Cairns North?

    In Cairns North, cars are most frequently hired at Avis 153 Lake St (2 km from city centre ).

Cairns North car rental reviews and directory

 
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Simba Car Hire

9.0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

9.0

One location in Cairns North

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Locations in Cairns North

432 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Australia

+61 7 4021 2777

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6.0 Okay

Charlie, Sept 2024

Mini

KAYAK
Generally OK but as we missed the 6pm close of the office, that we not aware of, we couldn't pick up the vehicle til the next day. But still charged for that time.

1 out of 1

Avis

6.0

Okay

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

2 locations in Cairns North

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Locations in Cairns North

153 Lake St

+61 7 4048 0522

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

Terminal Building

+61 7 4033 9555

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

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Firefly

9.0

Wonderful

One location in Cairns North

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Locations in Cairns North

147 Lake St

+61 740 410 895

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

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Bargain Rental Cars

8.0

Very Good

One location in Cairns North

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Locations in Cairns North

410 Sheridan Street

Opening times not available

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Ace

5.5

Fair

One location in Cairns North

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Locations in Cairns North

147 Lake Street

61-7-4041-0895

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Apex

No score available yet

One location in Cairns North

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Locations in Cairns North

396 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, Qld

+61 740 532 896

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, July 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
I would like to express my gratitude to Jacinta. My daughter was in hospital during our stay in cairns and Jacinta was very understanding and bent over backwards to get me in a car so I could get back to the hospital. Excellent service! Thanks again Jacinta!

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Mar 2022

KAYAK
They stated the vehicle was located in Cairns Airport which was not the case! We had to get a shuttle bus to the depot for pick up and drop off.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2021

KAYAK
Friendly helpful staff with good local advice.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2021

KAYAK
Great service indeed!

1 out of 4

Atlas Car & Truck Rental

No score available yet

One location in Cairns North

Locations in Cairns North

410 Sheridan Street Cairns, QLD

1800 808 122

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Atlas Choice

No score available yet

One location in Cairns North

Locations in Cairns North

410 Sheradan Street

1800 808 122

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Bargain Car Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Cairns North

from$38/day

Locations in Cairns North

410, Sheridan Street

Opening times not available

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, July 2024

Full-size SUV

KAYAK
They describe themselves as being at the cairns airport. They are not at the airport.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
More shuttle bus would be prefect

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Nov 2022

KAYAK
Pickup from airport took a long time and the process was awkward

Budget

No score available yet

One location in Cairns North

from$38/day

Locations in Cairns North

153 Lake St

+61 7 4048 8166

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Jane, June 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Everything was great once we found it. The numbers on the street are a bit out of order (not their fault) but once we got there, they were wonderful. It was easy to pick up and to drop off. the car was very nice.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2022

KAYAK
Fuel efficient little car but not comfortable.

MINI Car Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Cairns North

Locations in Cairns North

150 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Australia

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6 travellers who hired a car in Cairns North gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.5

Car hire locations in or near Cairns North

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Cairns North car hire information

Pick-up locationCairns North
Car typesCompact SUV, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Passenger van, People mover, Premium, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV
Hire locations3
Airport locations2
Popular agenciesAvis, Simba Car Hire

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