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Great Barrier Reef

Cheap Car Hire in Great Barrier Reef

Cairns, QLD, Australia
8 Dec — 15 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Cairns, QLD, Australia
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Great Barrier Reef?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Great Barrier Reef and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 1 December 2023.

January

£36

February

£30

March

£30

April

£41

May

£40

June

£42

July

£50

August

£44

September

£38

October

£30

November

£31

December

£40

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Great Barrier Reef is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Great Barrier Reef

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Great Barrier Reef and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 1 December 2023.

Compare available car types for hire in Great Barrier Reef

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Great Barrier Reef to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 December 2023.

Small cars

£36 - £61

All Car Types

£49 - £74

To hire a small car in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of £48/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Great Barrier Reef (~£36/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£61/day). In fact, November is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Great Barrier Reef, hiring a small car saves you 22% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of £54/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Great Barrier Reef (~£39/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£67/day). In fact, March is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Great Barrier Reef, hiring a medium car saves you 10% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of £65/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Great Barrier Reef (~£46/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£92/day). In fact, February is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Great Barrier Reef, hiring a large car is 8% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of £56/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Great Barrier Reef (~£43/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£70/day). In fact, March is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Great Barrier Reef, hiring a SUV saves you 7% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a van in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of £74/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Great Barrier Reef (~£51/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£97/day). In fact, February is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Great Barrier Reef, hiring a van is 19% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a pickup truck in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of £42/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Great Barrier Reef (~£41/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£111/day). In fact, March is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Great Barrier Reef, hiring a pickup truck saves you 30% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of £59/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Great Barrier Reef (~£22/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£111/day). In fact, November is about 63% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Great Barrier Reef, hiring a luxury car saves you 4% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top hire agencies in Great Barrier Reef

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Great Barrier Reef known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Great Barrier Reef. Reviews were last updated on 1 December 2023.

Alamo

9.0
Wonderful
34 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.6

Firefly

10.0
Wonderful
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Ace Rental Cars

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Thrifty

9.5
Wonderful
2 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.4

Budget

9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.5

Apex

9.1
Wonderful
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.8

Sixt

8.7
Very Good
9 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

7.9

Avis

8.4
Very Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Great Barrier Reef, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 December 2023.

What is the cheapest hire car found in Great Barrier Reef?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £40/day when booking a car hire in Great Barrier Reef. The absolute best deal a user found was for £24/day from Atlas Car & Truck Rental, booked on Jul. 28.

What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Great Barrier Reef?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Great Barrier Reef from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bargain Car Rentals (£20/day), Alamo (£21/day), and East Coast Car Rentals (£24/day).

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Great Barrier Reef?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, MINI Car Rentals (10.0 rating), Ace Rental Cars (10.0 rating) and JUCY (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Great Barrier Reef.

How much does it cost to hire a car in Great Barrier Reef for a week from Budget?

Hiring a car in Great Barrier Reef for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £453/week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Great Barrier Reef for the best price?

Booking early can save you upwards of 27% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Great Barrier Reef.

Can I rent a car for a month in Great Barrier Reef?

Yes, hiring a vehicle in Great Barrier Reef for a month is certainly possible.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Great Barrier Reef for a month?

Our recent data shows that Atlas Car & Truck Rental can potentially be 82% below the average car hire price in Great Barrier Reef. Check prices and availability for Atlas Car & Truck Rental and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Great Barrier Reef is on average £1,941 a month or £65 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Great Barrier Reef car hire.

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