Queensland

Cheap Car Hire in Queensland

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Queensland car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Queensland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 December 2025.

Most common car type

Intermediate

Cheapflights insights for Queensland car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Queensland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Queensland?

For the best savings on car hire in Queensland, make your reservation 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just R642/day – about 1 288% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Queensland?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Queensland is Budget (rated 8.7/10). Avis (rated 8.6/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Queensland? February is the cheapest month, costing about R607 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R932. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R629

February

R607

March

R692

April

R838

May

R681

June

R697

July

R932

August

R849

September

R828

October

R847

November

R721

December

R871

What car do most people hire in Queensland?

Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage, for example) are the most popular in Queensland. SUV (Kia Sportage) and Passenger van (Toyota Tarago) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Queensland.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Queensland?

Thrifty has 27 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Queensland at 26.

Top rental agencies in Queensland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Queensland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Queensland. Reviews were last updated on 26 December 2025.

Budget

14 locations

Avis

11 locations

Sixt

8 locations

Alamo

10 locations

East Coast Car Rentals

8 locations

Hertz

20 locations

Thrifty

27 locations

Europcar

17 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Queensland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 December 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Queensland for a week from Dollar?

    Hiring a car in Queensland for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R4 885/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Queensland?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Queensland for a month is certainly possible.

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