Airlie Beach car hires from £44/day

The Airlie Beach roads are not problematic, therefore you will be able to hire a car in Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia without having to worry about requiring a specific type of car. A 4WD would only be necessary if you are contemplating some rugged exploration of the mainland, instead of focusing on the coast and reef.

The speed limit is set at 50km/h or lower in the domestic areas and 110km/h for the surrounding highways. Many dense town areas are continuously reducing speed limits to increase safety. Abiding by the speed limits is crucial as the motorways are heavily patrolled to maintain safety.

Free patrolled parking is available in the town centre. However, there are also paid parking spaces available closer to more popular spots in Airlie Beach Main Street and nearby the beach. Paid parking spaces will cost approximately A$ 10 for a full day in downtown Airlie Beach. Parking in the Port of Airlie Beach will cost around A$ 16 for one full day.

On average a car hire in Airlie Beach costs £95 per day.

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A Standard car hire in Airlie Beach costs £62 per day, on average.

A Compact car hire in Airlie Beach costs £118 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car hire in Airlie Beach costs £68 per day, on average.

In Airlie Beach, cars are most frequently hired at Hertz 342 Shute Harbour Rd (1 miles from city centre).

Most car hire providers in Airlie Beach offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Airlie Beach, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

You usually need to be at least 21 years old to get a hire car in Airlie Beach. If you're under 25, some vehicle types may not be available and you generally need to pay an extra fee, which might not be suitable if you’re chasing cheap car hire in Airlie Beach.

If you plan on drinking during your stay, it's best to plan on having a designated driver or alternative travel. The blood alcohol limit is 0.05%, and you shouldn’t plan on sleeping it off in your car if you drink too much. If you're in the front seat with your keys, it can be considered drunk driving.