Queensland

Cheap Car Hire in Queensland from R394

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Queensland with a pick-up date of 24/5 and drop-off date of 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Queensland car hires in 2026

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 25 March 2026.

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R332

Cheapest price per day

R394

Popular car types in Queensland

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Queensland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 25 March 2026.

At R394/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Queensland in the past week. Out of 121 car hire agencies operating in Queensland, there are, in total, 3 346 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

R1 717+

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 908+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare car hire deals in Queensland by type

Here are the best Queensland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Queensland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Queensland large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Queensland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki SwiftR394/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Volkswagen PoloR511/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Best car hire deals found in Queensland

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Queensland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Queensland with an average daily rate of R858. Data was last updated on 25 March 2026.
Suzuki SwiftR394/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Mazda Mazda3R394/day
5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda3
Ford EcoSportR414/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport

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 R648/day – about 1 265% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Queensland?

Big Boy Car Rentals is currently the cheapest car hire company in Queensland with deals as low as R308,56/day found in the past two weeks. SafeDrive Car Rentals is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R405,48/day.

What is the best car rental company in Queensland?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Queensland is Avis (rated 8.6/10). Budget (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? June is the cheapest month, costing about R672 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R933. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R781

February

R849

March

R749

April

R875

May

R689

June

R672

July

R933

August

R868

September

R807

October

R803

November

R679

December

R917

What car do most people hire in Queensland?

Mini cars (MG 3, for example) are the most popular in Queensland. Passenger van (Toyota Tarago) and Full-size (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 29 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 25 March 2026.

Avis

12 locations

Budget

14 locations

Alamo

10 locations

Sixt

10 locations

East Coast Car Rentals

8 locations

Hertz

22 locations

Thrifty

29 locations

Europcar

18 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 25 March 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Queensland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R332/day when booking a car hire in Queensland. The absolute best deal a user found was for R242/day from Provider's pick, booked on Mar. 21.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Queensland for a week from Apex?

    Hiring a car in Queensland for a week can be a great option for travel. Apex, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R3 218/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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Queensland for a month?

    The average cost of a car hire in Queensland for a month is R13 794. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

Car hires by fuel type in Queensland

Browse car hires by fuel type in Queensland. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Queensland. Deals were last updated on 25 March 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Queensland. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R38+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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