Car Hire Cairns Downtown

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Why book Cairns Downtown car hire with VIP Cars?

Clear, inclusive pricing

Cairns Downtown car hire prices typically include basic cover (CDW, Theft Waiver), location fees and taxes.

Know your deposit before you book

See your security deposit amount before you book, not at the pick-up desk.

No pre-ticked extras

Extra cover and add-ons are never pre-selected, nothing goes on your bill unless you choose it.

Widest fleet of cars

Choose from Economy, Compact, Minivan, SUV and Luxury rentals at Cairns Downtown.

Find Cheap Car Rental Deals at Cairns Downtown

Compact

Hyundai i30 or Similar

  • 5
  • 1
  • 4-5
Hyundai i30

USD 40.78/day

Fullsize

Toyota Camry or Similar

  • 5
  • 1
  • 4-5
Toyota Camry

USD 42.51/day

SUV

Mazda CX-5 or Similar

  • 5
  • 1
  • 5
Mazda CX-5

USD 44.25/day

Economy

MG 3 or Similar

  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
MG 3

USD 74.74/day

Van/Minivan

Kia Carnival or Similar

  • 8
  • 4
  • 5
Kia Carnival

USD 76.33/day

Standard/Intermediate

Kia Cerato Sedan or Similar

  • 5
  • 3
  • 4
Kia Cerato Sedan

USD 90.21/day

Prices are on per day basis and are subject to change without notice.

Best Car Rental Companies at Cairns Downtown

Hertz

9.8 Very Good 100+ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.8
Car Condition 9.6
Value for Money 9.8
Locating Supplier’s desk 9.8
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 9.8
Enterprise

9.6 Very Good 50+ reviews

Staff Friendliness 10.0
Car Condition 9.6
Value for Money 9.2
Locating Supplier’s desk 9.8
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 9.8
Sixt

9.8 Very Good 50+ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.6
Car Condition 10.0
Value for Money 10.0
Locating Supplier’s desk 9.6
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 10.0
Ace Rental Cars

9.6 Very Good 50+ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.0
Car Condition 10.0
Value for Money 9.6
Locating Supplier’s desk 9.6
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 10.0
Europcar

9.8 Very Good 50+ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.0
Car Condition 10.0
Value for Money 10.0
Locating Supplier’s desk 10.0
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 10.0
Simba Car Hire

10.0 Excellent 50+ reviews

Staff Friendliness 10.0
Car Condition 10.0
Value for Money 10.0
Locating Supplier’s desk 10.0
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 10.0

Car Rental Cairns Downtown

Want to explore the beautiful Cairns City without dealing with the hassles of costly taxis or public transportation? VIP Cars provides an ideal way to travel throughout the city and that too at affordable rates. We are associated with top international and local companies that offer you a wide fleet of rentals within budget. With just three simple steps —search, compare, and book, you will get the most economical deals for your journey.

Cairns is one of the popular Australian cities located in northeastern Queensland. It is also famous for its two World Heritage places - the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics rainforest. This makes it an interesting place to spend time and appreciate the surrounding beauty. With our Cairns Downtown car rental, you can travel to some hidden spots that cannot be explored by public transport. So opt for the finest way to travel the region by making a reservation today.

One-Way Car Hire in Cairns Downtown

VIP Cars offer flexibility in choosing your pick-up and drop-off locations that means when you make a reservation from Cairns Downtown, you can choose a different place for your return based on your schedule. Check the availability of your preferred supplier while entering your pick-up and drop-off locations, along with dates, in the search box. All the options of the suppliers that allow returns for the place you have selected will then appear on your screen.

Below are some popular drop-off locations from Cairns Downtown.

  • Townsville Airport [TSV]
  • Brisbane Airport [BNE]
  • Sydney Airport [SYD]
  • Sydney Downtown
  • Sydney Alexandria
  • Proserpine Airport [PPP]

Top Tips For Renting a Car in Cairns Downtown

  • Advance Bookings - To get the cheapest car rental Cairns Downtown, it is advised to make a reservation at least 2 to 3 weeks before your journey.
  • Documents required at pick-up - make sure to carry all the documents like driver’s license, International Driving Permit (IDP), passport, identification card of your country of residence and credit card. Additional drivers must also have these documents.
  • Opt for GPS - as several freeways run across Cairns, it can be a bit confusing to find the perfect route for commuting. Hire a car equipped with GPS for easy navigation.
  • Check the fuel policy - read the fuel policy being offered with the Cairns car rental you are booking. Get the vehicle refuelled as per the instructed amount; failure to do so may lead to extra charges. Pick a car with unlimited mileage so that you can travel limitlessly without worrying about the distance.
  • Keep the car clean - maintaining the car's cleanliness and neatness from the moment of pick-up is crucial. Before you return the rental, make sure you remove all your valuable things.
  • Hertz, enterprise, budget, Sixt, Avis, thrifty, alamo, and Dollar are some of the suppliers that offer a wide fleet of cars to cater to your journey requirements.
  • The long term car hire Cairns services are the best deals that you can take for your extended travelling plans. They are more economical due to their low cost per day value.

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