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Cheap SUV Rentals in Cairns
Top Tips for Renting an SUV in Cairns
- There is no better way to explore Cairns, Australia, than with an SUV. Cairns SUV hire is the most comfortable and suitable way to traverse the diverse terrains while exploring. You'll need a car that can easily handle sleepy beach villages, rugged 4-wheel-drive routes, rainforest areas and expansive savannah stretches, and an SUV will not disappoint. You’ll need an SUV if you want to reach the most remote regions of Cape York, like Old Telegraph Track or Canecutter Way.
- Booking SUV hire in Cairns directly from the airport couldn't be simpler. You'll find a wide range of car hire options available from the car hire centre at the airport. There are six major car hire companies at the airport, and you can find them on-site in the arrivals Hall of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. When returning your vehicle, you'll be parking in the International Budget parking or the Domestic car park, depending on the car hire company.
- Most people flock to Cairns to visit the impressive Great Barrier Reef. The high tourism periods are between June and October. During these times, you'll find traffic can be a bit slow from 9:00 a.m till about 11:00 a.m. daily. Once you have booked SUV hire in Cairns, you can avoid the traffic by heading to more remote places like Babinda Boulders and Palm Cove. Heading to spots like this means you need to be ready for rural roads with large sections of loose gravel and potholes.
- When driving your Cairns SUV hire, it's important to pay special attention to cyclists on the road. Especially when diving in the city closer to the city centre, where roads can get compact and narrow. Cairns has a large cycling culture, and cyclists can often make unexpected moves on the roads. Another this to be aware of is rain. It rains a considerable amount throughout the year, so watch out for road damage, flooding or even closure of some roads. The main roads affected by rain are those near Mulgrave and Barron River.
- 25% of our users found an SUV rental in Cairns for $60 or less
- Book your SUV rental in Cairns at least 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- February is typically the cheapest month to rent an SUV in Cairns, with prices around $37 per day. The most expensive month is July, with average prices of $74 per day.
FAQs About Renting an SUV in Cairns
Where is the best place to park my SUV in Cairns?
Cairns offers a good balance of paid and free on-street parking. In the CBD, you'll find parking is limited to two hours per spot. If you are looking for all-day parking, you'll find a perfect place with slightly larger bays, great for SUV parking opposite the Cairns Convention Centre. However, it's best to head to a secure car park if you are looking for overnight parking or long-stay parking. There are several around the city. Lake Street multi-storey car park, Secure Parking at Hartley Street Car Park and the Southern Esplanade Carpark are among the most popular.
What documents do I need for SUV hire in Cairns?
When collecting your SUV hire in Cairns, you will need to provide a valid, current driver's licence. If it applies, you'll need to present an international driver's licence along with your original national driver's licence. No copies are allowed. If your driver's licence is not in the Roman Alphabet, you must show an international driver's permit. You'll also need a credit card in the driver's name, which has enough funds to cover the entire rental charge.
What should I check before heading off in my Cairns SUV hire?
To protect yourself from further charges and to ensure a safe trip through Cairns, it's best to check over the car before leaving the car hire car park. Examine the inside and outside of the vehicle, under bumper bars, and any hidden areas, looking for damage. If you see something, make a note, or better yet, take pictures on your phone. Make sure the car is in good working order, and if you are not sure, ask the company representative to show you how to use the SUV's different driving functions to get the best out of the vehicle while changing terrains.
How does KAYAK find such low SUV rental prices?
KAYAK compares SUV rental prices from all major car rental companies such as Thrifty, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Payless and more to find you the best deal.
How much does an SUV rental cost in Cairns?
On average an SUV rental in Cairns costs $74 per day.
How much does it cost to rent an SUV for a week in Cairns?
On average an SUV in Cairns costs $520 per week ($74 per day) to rent.
How much does it cost to rent an SUV long term for a month in Cairns?
On average an SUV in Cairns costs $2,231 per month ($520 per week) to rent.
Cairns SUV Rental Company Reviews All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Ace Rental Cars
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10.0
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8.0
3 locations in Cairns
Sixt
8.9
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Read 7 reviewsCleanliness
9.0
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9.0
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9.1
Value for money
8.2
2 locations in Cairns
Alamo
8.7
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8.5
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8.6
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8.8
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2 locations in Cairns
Budget
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Jane, Jun 2024
Intermediate SUV
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Anonymous, Jan 2024
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Anonymous, Apr 2021
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The staff were very pleasant. Drop-off very easy10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2019
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Very friendly agent, easy to rent, pick up, and return. Good process to log any known damage to car (we didn't have any).Apex
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Anonymous, Jul 2024
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Intermediate
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Nov 2022
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147 Lake St
+61 136139
Airport Ave
+61 136139
Cairns Airport
+61 1300 367 227
Cairns Square, Abbott St
+61 136139
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8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Compact
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147 Lake St
+61 7 4038 5690
Airport Ave
+61 7 4038 9990
Cairns Square, Abbott St
+61 7 4046 8701
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Anonymous, Aug 2024
Full-size
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Anonymous, Mar 2024
Economy
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Anonymous, May 2021
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Staff were very helpful, car we booked as not available so they upgraded us FOC.Cons:
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411 Sheridan Street, Cairns
+61 1800 474 258
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Shop 14 / 56-60 Abbott St
+61 7 4034 8200
Terminal Building
+61 7 4034 9088
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Matt & Debbie, Jul 2024
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Anonymous, Jun 2023
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37-41 Sheridan Street
+61 7 4249 3331
Terminal Building
+61 7 4034 9045
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147 Lake St
+61 1800 501 934
Airport Ave
+61 1800 501 934
Cairns Square, Abbott St
+61 1800 501 934
Corner Of Sheridan And Aplin S
+61 7 4051 8099
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Rob, Jul 2024
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55 Dutton Street
+61 1800 150 850
55 Dutton Street
+61 1800 150 850
Cairns Off Airport Location
+61 1800 150 850
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147 Lake St
+61 740 410 895
Airport Ave
+61 740 359 299
Cairns Square, Abbott St
+61 740 516 399
Cairns Square
+61 7 4046 8701
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Serviced By Redspot Enterprise
+61 740 312 707
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+61 7 4034 9045
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+61 7 4034 9045
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Cairns Square, Corner Shield & Abbott Street
+61 740 334 800
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+61 740 349 088
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147 Lake Street
61-7-4041-0895
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Cairns Square,Corner Shield & Abbott Street
+61 7 4033 4800
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410 Sheridan Street Cairns, QLD
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Shop 1, 51 Sheridan Street, Cairns City, QLD
+61 383 366 100
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410 Sheradan Street
1800 808 122
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+61 7 4041 0895
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Most popular agency | Hertz |
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Average price | $74/day |
Good deal | $60/day |
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Cairns SUV Rental Information
| Pick-up location | Cairns |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact SUV, Full-size SUV, Intermediate SUV, Luxury SUV, SUV, Standard SUV |
| Rental locations | 22 |
| Airport locations | 17 |
| Popular agencies | Bargain Car Rentals, Sixt, Simba Car Hire, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty |