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Driver's age: 25-65

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Dollar car hire prices in Cairns

Kia Forte car
Kia Forte
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
£33/day
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Ford Ranger car
Ford Ranger
or similar Large
5
2
2/4
£65/day
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Class Economy SUV car
Class Economy SUV
or similar SUV
2
2
4-5
£37/day
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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado car
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
£66/day
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Kia Carnival car
Kia Carnival
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
£81/day
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Mazda CX-3 car
Mazda CX-3
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
£34/day
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Suzuki Vitara car
Suzuki Vitara
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
£36/day
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Mitsubishi Outlander car
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
£61/day
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Most popular location

Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Airport Ave
Small
£56/day
£52/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Cairns car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Cairns with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire from Dollar in Cairns?

To get the best price on car hire from Dollar in Cairns, you should book around 47 days before your trip. This could save you approximately 51% compared to booking last minute.

What is the most popular car type when hiring from Dollar in Cairns?

The most popular car type when hiring from Dollar in Cairns is Small (47%), followed by SUV (29%) and Medium (10%).

How much does it cost to hire a car from Dollar in Cairns per month?

On average, hiring a car in Cairns with Dollar costs £52 per day. July is the most expensive month to hire from Dollar in Cairns, when prices are £67/day on average.

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Top tips for hiring a car from Dollar in Cairns

  • If you book Dollar car hire in Cairns, you'll pick one of the best car hire companies in Australia and one that owns one of the biggest and most diverse fleets in the country. Hertz is the umbrella company that Dollar falls under, which is a high-end company dedicated to offering premium services to millions of customers across the globe. You can use your Dollar car hire to explore Cairns and the surrounding areas without local public transport.
  • When you book Dollar car hire in Cairns, you get to take advantage of some of the cheapest options available in this part of Australia, with various offices around the city to choose from. Dollar offers top-quality vehicles at some of the best rates in Cairns, coupled with incredible customer service for both business and leisure travellers. If you're travelling on a budget, Dollar car hire is one of the best options to keep your costs low.
  • When you book Dollar car hire in Cairns, one of the best locations is at Cairns Airport, a 10-15 minute drive from the city centre and you'll find the car hire counter in the main Arrival Hall of the international terminal. Once you exit the Baggage Claim area, follow the signs to the car hire desk. If you book your car hire online, Dollar offers a Meet and Greet service so you don't have to spend time looking for the counter or offices.
  • If you're returning your vehicle to Cairns Airport, make sure you're dropping the vehicle off during operating hours to avoid paying a penalty. If you do drop the car off outside of business hours, there will be a dropbox for you to leave the keys in. To find the car hire parking garage, make your way to the Public Drop Off Area and make a right into the car hire return garage.
  • 25% of our users found car hire from Dollar in Cairns for £52 or less.
  • Book your car hire from Dollar in Cairns at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
  • Small car hire from Dollar in Cairns are around 67% cheaper than other car types, on average.

FAQs about hiring a car from Dollar in Cairns

  • Which are the most popular car hire offices?

    There are four different Dollar offices available in Cairns, three in the heart of the city and one at the airport. If you're flying into Cairns, choosing car hire at the airport is the ideal choice for many. For those of you driving into Cairns, there are three offices to choose from. The most popular of these offices are located at 147 Lake Street in the city centre. Another sought-after choice is at Cairns Square along Abbott Street.

  • What documents do you need to hire a car in Cairns?

    When booking a Cairns Dollar car hire, there are a couple of documents you'll need with you. You must be at least 21 years old and have valid identification with you. You'll need an Australian Driving Licence or an International Driving Licence and a credit card with your name on it. If you booked online with a card, the card and car owner must be present. For those that booked online through KAYAK, make sure you bring your confirmation details with you. No need to print them out, keeping the email is good enough.

  • Where to park your Dollar car hire in Cairns?

    There are various free and paid on-street parking areas in the city, with various time limits in place depending on the level of usage in the area. Parking in the CBD is usually limited to a couple of hours. The local council offers more the 6,400 parking spaces in the city, with close to 5,000 in the city centre. A few of the off-street parking garages worth checking out include the Bunda Street Car Park, the Skate Park Car Park, Cairns Performing Arts, and the McKenzie Street Car Park. You'll find on-street parking along Sheridan Street, McLeod Street, Aplin Street, Grafton Street and others.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car from Dollar in Cairns?

    On average a car hire from Dollar in Cairns costs £56 per day.

  • What is the most popular car hire from Dollar in Cairns?

    Small hire cars (Hyundai i30 or similar) are the most frequently booked hire car types from Dollar in Cairns.

  • How many car hire locations does Dollar have in Cairns?

    Dollar has 4 hire locations in Cairns. Take a look at our Dollar hire location map to find the best car hire near you.

  • Does Dollar have a car hire location at the airport: Cairns airport (CNS)?

    Yes

  • Does Dollar offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Cairns airport (CNS)?

    No (according to our data)

Reviews for Dollar in Cairns

Overall rating7.3 GoodBased on 3 reviews
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.3

Recent reviews

Traveller rating
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10.0
Nothing! It was the best experience it could have been - easy, comfortable and affordable. Thank youReviewed 21 Oct 2025
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2.0
The car I ordered was not available and they didn’t have nothing alike and no money was returned to meReviewed 14 Jul 2024
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Where can I find Dollar hire cars in Cairns?

Address

Corner Of Sheridan And Aplin S

Hours

Monday08:00 - 15:00
Tuesday08:00 - 15:00
Wednesday08:00 - 15:00
Thursday08:00 - 15:00
Friday08:00 - 15:00

Phone

+61 7 4051 8099

Address

Airport Ave

Hours

Monday06:00 - 23:30
Tuesday06:00 - 23:30
Wednesday06:00 - 23:30
Thursday06:00 - 23:30
Friday06:00 - 23:30
Saturday06:00 - 23:30
Sunday06:00 - 23:30

Phone

+61 7 4038 9990

Address

147 Lake St

Hours

Monday08:00 - 15:00
Tuesday08:00 - 15:00
Wednesday08:00 - 15:00
Thursday08:00 - 15:00
Friday08:00 - 15:00
Saturday08:00 - 15:00
Sunday08:00 - 15:00

Phone

+61 1800 501 934

Address

Cairns Square, Abbott St

Hours

Monday07:30 - 15:00
Tuesday07:30 - 15:00
Wednesday07:30 - 15:00
Thursday07:30 - 15:00
Friday07:30 - 15:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday08:00 - 12:00

Phone

+61 1800 501 934
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