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Cheap Car Rentals in Cairns from ₹ 3,564

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Cairns with a pick-up date of 18/7 and drop-off date of 28/7. 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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Cairns car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Cairns. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 June 2026.

Most popular company

BARGAINCAR

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 126

Average price per day

₹ 4,812

Cheapest price per day

₹ 3,564
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Popular car types in Cairns

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Cairns and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 9 June 2026.
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small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Cairns this past week from 62 hire locations out of 33 hire agencies. Prices for a Cairns small car hire start from ₹ 3,564/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

₹ 3,564+

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Compact

Compact

₹ 4,606+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 5,593+

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Full-size

Full-size

₹ 11,710+

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SUV

SUV

₹ 7,514+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 7,677+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₹ 4,072+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

₹ 5,323+

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Best car rental deals found in Cairns

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Cairns. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Cairns with an average daily rate of ₹ 7,750. Data was last updated on 9 June 2026.
Hyundai i10₹ 3,564/day
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Ford EcoSport₹ 4,072/day
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Hyundai Accent₹ 4,606/day
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Cheapflights insights for Cairns car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cairns, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Cairns?

Book your car hire in Cairns 71 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around ₹ 3,816/day on average when booked 71 days ahead, which saves you 8,524% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Cairns?

Simba Car Hire is currently the cheapest car hire company in Cairns with deals as low as ₹ 34/day found in the past two weeks. Thrifty is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ₹ 50/day.

What is the best car rental company in Cairns?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cairns is MINI Car Rentals (rated 10.0/10). Ace Rental Cars (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

MINI Car Rentals
MINI Car Rentals
10.0
Ace Rental Cars
Ace Rental Cars
10.0
JUCY
JUCY
8.8
Bargain Car Rentals
Bargain Car Rentals
8.7

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cairns?

Planning to hire a car in Cairns? February is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 3,053 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 6,297. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₹ 4,103

February

₹ 3,053

March

₹ 3,626

April

₹ 4,198

May

₹ 3,339

June

₹ 3,912

July

₹ 6,297

August

₹ 4,293

September

₹ 4,389

October

₹ 4,198

November

₹ 3,721

December

₹ 5,534

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Top rental agencies in Cairns

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cairns known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cairns. Reviews were last updated on 9 June 2026.

MINI Car Rentals

1 location
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Ace Rental Cars

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

JUCY

3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.0

Bargain Car Rentals

8.7
Very Good
4 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

8.0

East Coast Car Rentals

7.1
Good
7 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

8.0

Thrifty

6.6
Okay
1 review•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.3

Europcar

6.5
Okay
3 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

6.0

National

3 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cairns, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 June 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cairns?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 4,812/day when booking a car hire in Cairns. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 2,199/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cairns for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?

    Bargain Car Rentals is one of the most popular car hire companies in Cairns, offering car hire for around ₹ 35,144 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cairns?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Cairns for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cairns for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 65% on a month-long rental by booking with Bargain Car Rentals. Bargain Car Rentals is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Cairns can cost you on average ₹ 150,615 a month or ₹ 5,021 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Cairns for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Cairns is ₹ 0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Cairns. For the month of July, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Cairns for as low as ₹ 0/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Cairns

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cairns. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cairns. Deals were last updated on 9 June 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cairns. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (₹ 68+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 132+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 76+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 68+

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