Car hire in Cairns
Find the best car hire rates in Cairns. Special discounts when picking up a car in April 2020.
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Bookingauto (Cairns) strives to make your car rental experience as simple and convenient as possible. This also applies to the location of rental points. Our clients can pick up cars in the most popular places, whether it be the city centre, airport, or main railway station. The list of our pick-up locations is extensive, meaning that visitors who book cars with us in Cairns can always collect them from the most suitable place.
Options and possibilities:
We take into account the preferences of our customers and look for a car that fits into the right category. For example, those who come to Cairns on their own or with a small company can rent a spectacular convertible Mini Couper Cabrio from us, starting at €83 per day and rented out by the popular company sixt in Cairns. For those of you who arrive with your whole family or friends, a roomy and reliable minivan Peugeot Traveller might be best - from €48 per day. For anyone who loves comfort and doesn’t have limited funds, budget recommends opting for a business class car like BMW 5 series for €84 per day. For those travelling on a budget, rent a compact model Peugeot 208 for just €16 per day.
How to minimize costs:
In order to avoid paying too much, plan to pick up the car and return it at the same time. Car rental fees are set for the entire rental day. Therefore, if you return the car after 25 hours, the payment will be calculated as 48 hours, or two full days. Likewise, if you use your rental car for more than 72 hours, you will pay for 96 hours of rent.
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How the price changes depending on the month
The highest demand for car rental in Cairns occurs during the high tourist season - summer.
On average, the cost increases by 20-30% and the choice of available cars is also significantly reduced if you don’t book in advance.
For example, in July, the average price for the popular model Seat Toledo in Cairns is €28 per day.
In autumn, the same car costs about €10 per day.
Highest summer price for convertibles. For example, a Mini Couper Cabrio is offered at €83 per day.
Among the economy classes, the most popular model in Cairns is the Peugeot 208. The rental price for such a car starts from €16 per day from sixt.
For lovers of comfortable driving, you will also have to pay an increased price for business class cars – a BMW 5 series will cost about €84 per day.
The excitement noticeably subsides in autumn and rental companies begin to reduce their rates. For example, you can rent a Kia Sportage very cheaply in the autumn for just €34 per day.
Fans of exclusive car models also find it easier to fulfill their requests in the autumn months. For example, in Cairns, you can easily rent a Mercedes S-class coupe to travel in style through the streets of the beautiful city. Rest assured that the memories of these drives will linger in your imagination for a long time.
We suggest that you browse the list of our partners from whom you can rent a car
For over 20 years, Bookingauto has partnered with many international and local car rental companies in Cairns. This has resulted in close partnerships that allow us to provide our customers with a wide range of vehicles at the most competitive prices, as well as excellent service.
On our site, you will find plenty of offers for car rental in Cairns, meaning that you can choose the best rental option for your purposes. We represent several renowned international and local car rental companies. The most popular one, sixt, has the highest average user review score of 9.8 (based on customer reviews from 100).
The second in the ranking is budget, with a rating of 9.7 based on 100 customer reviews.
We also work closely with the rental companies Europcar and Hertz. As a result, our clients can rent cars with a discount of up to 30% off the regular price.
Another partner company of the Bookingauto service is Alamo. This supplier is appealing to tourists, as it gives them the opportunity to rent a Mini car at the rate of €9 per day. You’ll probably agree that getting a comfortable Toyota Aygo for such a price is a real success!
Together, we strive to offer you big choice and the lowest prices.
Booking cancellation and change
On our website, you can cancel or change your booking in Cairns under certain terms.
The booking can be cancelled with a full refund at least 24 hours in advance (in some cases, 48 hours may be needed).
If cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice (or 48 hours in some cases), the administration fee will be deducted from the online payment amount but the rest of the money will be returned to your bank account.
Each vendor has a different cancellation policy and administration fee for different cars. Therefore, we recommend that you carefully read the cancellation policy before booking.
Note: you can only cancel or modify your order before the pick-up time!
These additional rules apply to all bookings:
If the online payment sum is less than the stated administration fee, there will be no refunds when cancelling your booking once the administration fee is applied.
If your booking is made less than 24 hours prior to the pick-up time (or 48 hours in some cases), a cancellation policy will be automatically applied to your booking.
Important information: All cancellations must be made in the “Manage My Booking” section and not directly through the car rental company itself.
Insurance coverage cancellation:
If the car was booked with an additional insurance product, the policy will be automatically ended upon cancellation. The issue of reimbursement is resolved within the framework of the cancellation policy provided for by the terms of the insurance product.
No-show at the rental location:
A “no-show” can mean that:
● You didn't inform the car rental company of your cancellation before your pick-up time.
● You failed to pick up your car in Cairns at the arranged time and date.
● You failed to provide the documentation required to pick up the car.
● You failed to provide a credit card in the main driver’s name with enough available funds on it.
In the event of any of the above, no refunds can be made.
The car rental company reserves the right to refuse a car to any customer who fails to arrive on time with all of the necessary documentation and a credit card with enough available funds for the car's security deposit. In such cases, the customer will not be entitled to a refund.
Average price for fuel in Cairns
Estimated prices for gasoline and diesel fuel in Cairns as of April 2024:
● Diesel on average costs €0.85 per litre.
● Gasoline 95 costs approximately €0.84 per litre.
This information is updated twice a month.
Data is collected from various sources, including official government websites and those of fuel companies. Be aware that domestic fuel prices can vary greatly.
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The best prices are generally offered at least 3 weeks before the car is picked up.
In April 2024, you have the chance to rent a car in Cairns with an additional 30% discount.
To arrange a rental, use the search form on our website to find cars available for the dates you need.
In April 2024, the most popular rental companies - sixt and budget - provide their customers with a discount. Other service providers are also willing to cut their prices. Discounted options have a special “-30% Off” mark that you will see during your search.
When choosing a car, pay attention to the following parameters: the number of passengers, the capacity of the boot, and the type of transmission. Make sure that all parameters match your needs.
Age restrictions when renting a car in Cairns
Many rental companies impose strict age restrictions on the driver when renting a car in Cairns. They may also additionally charge a young driver who is under 25 years old. It doesn't matter how old you are, it's important to be aware of all of the age requirements, especially if you are under 21. And don't forget that this can affect the cost of booking a car. Age restrictions and fees vary by country, car rental provider and pick-up location. We strongly recommend that you carefully read the rental conditions when booking and the information on your voucher.
What documents are needed to rent a car?
To rent a car in Cairns, you will need a driver's license, passport, credit card (sometimes two for luxury cars) and a voucher received by email.
If more than one person will be driving the car, then the additional drivers must also confirm that they have a driver's license.
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An international driving permit is required
Answers to popular questions about car rental in Cairns
Answer: The cost of renting a car in Cairns is usually made up of unlimited mileage, car damage insurance (CDW), and VAT. Some additional services that can be added are insurance against theft, inclusion of a child seat, and admission for a second driver to use the car. As a rule, the client picks up the car with a full tank of fuel. You must fill it up on its return. In the rental conditions of the selected car, you can find a full list of services that are included in the rental price. Therefore, we recommend that you carefully read all of the important information before booking.
Answer: If you pick up a car in Cairns, returning it in another city is possible for an additional fee. You need to mark the option "Return elsewhere" in the search form and indicate your desired city of return. The search results will only offer cars for which this is possible. The price is indicated immediately and takes into account the additional fee for returning in another city.
Answer: Most people in Cairns rent cars that fall under the category of Compact and Mini. In terms of models, the most popular ones are Peugeot 208 and Toyota Aygo. To choose a rental car that will meet your expectations as much as possible, take your time with making a decision. Compare the characteristics of the chosen car with your requirements and imagine how comfortable the trip will be in it. If you have a lot of luggage, make note of the volume of the boot; if you want a car with a fuel-saving function, this also needs to be considered, etc.
Answer: For almost any location in Cairns, you can find a car rental office on our website. Click on the "Rent a car near me" icon in the search form. The system will automatically determine your coordinates and suggest a number of available cars, starting with the ones closest to your location. However, check the exact address of the rental office before booking to ensure that the coordinates are accurate.
Answer: The most budget-friendly car rental options are offered by Budget, Last minute rent a car, and Thrifty. You should know, though, that well-known network companies often hold promotional offers, where the discount can be up to 70% off. What’s more, you won’t have to compromise on the quality of service! To choose the most attractive offer, take your time and compare the prices of the cars offered by different rental companies. This will help you to choose a car with suitable characteristics and rent it on the best terms.
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