Queensland car hire

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Cheap car hire in Queensland

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Hyundai Accent car
Hyundai Accent
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
£10/day
MG 5 car
MG 5
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
£10/day
Kia Forte car
Kia Forte
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
£10/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
£27/day
Class Full-size Car car
Class Full-size Car
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
M
£21/day
Toyota RAV4 car
Toyota RAV4
or similar SUV
2
2
4-5
M
£20/day
Kia Carnival car
Kia Carnival
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
£27/day
LDV D90 car
LDV D90
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
£20/day
Kia Picanto car
Kia Picanto
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
£10/day
BMW 3 Series car
BMW 3 Series
or similar Large
5
5
2/4
M
£141/day
Class Full-size Van car
Class Full-size Van
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
M
£30/day
Tesla Model Y car
Tesla Model Y
or similar Luxury
5
5
2/4
M
£111/day
Ford Wildtrak car
Ford Wildtrak
or similar Pickup truck
5
2
2/4
M
£33/day
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado car
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
£119/day
MG HS car
MG HS
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
£11/day
Class Intermediate SUV car
Class Intermediate SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
£14/day
Mitsubishi Outlander car
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
£19/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
M
£20/day
Audi Q5 car
Audi Q5
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
£27/day
Subaru Outback car
Subaru Outback
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
£29/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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Good to know

Most popular agency

Alpha

Most popular car type

Intermediate

Average price

£36/day

Good deal

£30/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Queensland car hire

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

How far in advance should you book car hire in Queensland?

You should book your car hire in Queensland around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Queensland?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Simba Car Hire (£8.05/day), Bargain Car Rentals (£9.75/day), and East Coast Car Rentals (£10.70/day).

What is the most popular car to hire in Queensland?

SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Queensland. SUV cars in Queensland cost £40/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as £18/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Queensland?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Queensland is February at an average cost of £26/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Queensland when prices are £39/day on average, which tends to be 11% above the yearly average hire price for Queensland.

What car hire company in Queensland has the most locations?

Thrifty operates 28 locations in Queensland, more than any other car hire company.

Top tips for hiring a car in Queensland

  • When you are looking to pick up and finalise your car hire in Queensland, it might be necessary for you to show a number of documents to complete your purchase. Documents will usually differ depending on the specific rental company that you choose to hire a car with. Documents appropriate to complete your car rental in Queensland will usually include a full UK driving licence or an Australian green plate p licence, as well as proof of legitimate identification such as a passport that’s valid throughout the duration of your stay. Some companies might also request proof of a paper licence too.
  • Queensland, Australia, is very particular about its drink and drive limits and this must be considered for all drivers who seek to rent a car when they are planning to explore Queensland. If you are planning to consume alcohol and drive, then you’ll find that you can’t have a blood alcohol content (BAC) above 0.05% per 100ml of blood. This allowance is stricter than most countries. A 0.05% blood alcohol content usually is the equivalent of consuming two standard alcoholic drinks.
  • Some applicable car rental companies will usually request that the fuel tank must be matched on return from when you drive your car hire out of the pick-up destination. Make sure to check what kind of fuel that your car hire uses, rather than making the vital mistake of mixing them. Those travelling to Queensland will commonly find that fuel is usually more expensive than most common foreign countries. Unleaded petrol commonly averages at $1.40 (£0.75) in price for one litre in fuel, whereas diesel is more expensive in price with an average of $1.55 (£0.85) per litre.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Queensland for £30 or less
  • Mini hire cars in Queensland are around 45% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Queensland

  • Should I hire a car in Queensland?

    As Australia’s second-largest state, there’s a lot to discover, meaning that renting a car in Queensland is nothing less than necessary to explore everything that the state has to offer. While there are lots of options for public transport such as buses, ferries, trains and a tram network, renting a car in Queensland is the ideal choice to visit all of the state at your own pace and with no restrictions. Home to some of Australia’s biggest attractions such as the Great Barrier Reef, also known as the world’s largest coral reef, you’ll be able to see thousands of tropical fish and marine life. Otherwise, other popular attractions include Whitehaven Beach, Australia Zoo, Daintree Forest, Hamilton Island, Dreamworld, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, among others.

  • What is driving like in Queensland?

    Queensland allows for the ideal ride with your rental car with good quality and flat roads. Any type of rental car will be more than ideal to drive the easily accessible roads around the state. Don’t worry about driving abroad in Queensland as it’s very similar to the UK. Both UK and Queensland citizens drive on the left-hand side of the road so it’s easy to do, even for younger aged drivers. Speed limits will also vary. Built-up residential areas will average at 50km/h (31mph) and then up to 100km/h (62mph) in rural areas. Speed limits are usually not signposted, meaning that drivers must adjust their speed limit accordingly to the most suitable speed of the road conditions.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in Queensland?

    Depending on which car rental you choose for your hire in Queensland, the age requirement can differ. The typical and common minimum driving age to rent a car in Queensland is 21 years old. However, there are a few car rental providers that will supply suitable car hire for those of 19 years old and above. These drivers will most likely face a sub-charge of a young driver’s fee. These age groups will be able to hire a car with particular companies, as long as they hold a full driver’s licence in English or an Australian Green Plate P Licence.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Queensland?

    On average a car hire in Queensland costs £36 per day.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Queensland?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • Where should I hire a car in Queensland?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Queensland are Brisbane (58% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Queensland), Cairns (22%) and Coolangatta (6%).

  • How much does a car hire in Queensland cost for a week?

    On average a car hire in Queensland costs £252 per week (£36 per day).

  • How much does a car hire in Queensland cost for a month?

    On average a car hire in Queensland costs £1,079 per month (£36 per day).

Car hire directory

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in Queensland

    63 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in Queensland

    52 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in Queensland

    43 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in Queensland

    42 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in Queensland

    40 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in Queensland

    40 Locations

  • firefly

    Firefly car hire locations in Queensland

    37 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in Queensland

    31 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in Queensland

    29 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in Queensland

    26 Locations

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in Queensland

    16 Locations

  • shouqi

    Shouqi car hire locations in Queensland

    14 Locations

Car hire locations in Queensland

Search for cheap car hire in Queensland with KAYAK and hire a car that suits you best. KAYAK searches hundreds of travel sites to help you find and book the best car rental at locations across Queensland.

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