Pickup points in Cairns
- Cairns AirportShuttle bus (CAC)
411 Sheridan Street, Cairns, 4870
More pickup points in Cairns appear here as suppliers add them.
Renting a car in Cairns
Pick up a car in Cairns, Australia, at an honest, all-in price - from the airport for a fly-drive, or from a city depot once you've found your feet. We show you real cars from trusted local suppliers, with the cover, mileage and fuel policy laid out before you book.
Nothing is charged when you request: we confirm your car and price with the supplier first, and only then is payment taken - if we can't confirm, the hold is released. Choose your pickup point below, and one-way trips between locations are welcome where the supplier allows it.
Common questions about Cairns
How do I rent a car in Cairns?
Search Cairns with your dates, choose a car at one all-in price and book. The rental company confirms your car in real time, usually within seconds, and your card is charged only once it's confirmed; your voucher arrives by email right away. If it can't be confirmed, nothing is charged.
How much is car rental in Cairns?
Enter your dates to see live prices for Cairns. Every rate includes cover, with the excess shown before you book.
Where do I pick up a rental car in Cairns?
Collect at Cairns Airport (CAC) in Cairns; your exact pickup details are on your confirmation. Airport pickups are served by a free shuttle from a nearby depot - you get an SMS link to request it about a day before pickup.
Can I rent a car in Cairns if I'm under 25?
Yes, from age 21 for most cars. Drivers under 25 pay a young-driver surcharge of $16.50 a day, and our electric, premium and elite cars and the 12-seater need a driver aged 25 or over.
What cars can I rent in Cairns?
A wide range, from economy hatchbacks to hybrids, SUVs, 4WDs and people-movers - every car an automatic. Some models are only stocked in certain cities, so the live search for your dates is the honest answer to what's available in Cairns.
How many kilometers are included in Cairns?
Unlimited kilometers on nearly every car - only the 12-seater is capped, at 200 km a day with extra kilometers at $0.33/km.
Are there toll roads in Cairns?
No - Cairns has no toll roads, so there's nothing to set up or pay after your trip. In Australia only Sydney, Melbourne and South-East Queensland have tolls.
Can I pick up in Cairns and drop off somewhere else?
Yes, one-way trips to our other cities are welcome - choose a different return city when you search and any one-way fee is quoted on your booking before you pay.
What deposit is held for a rental in Cairns?
With standard cover, a A$1,000 bond is pre-authorized (held, not charged) on the main driver's credit card or Visa/Mastercard debit card at pickup and released after return; with zero excess there's no bond. The bond is separate from the excess, which only applies if the car is damaged or stolen and can be reduced with a higher cover tier.
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