Surfers Paradise

Cheap Car Hire in Surfers Paradise

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How far in advance should I hire a car in Surfers Paradise?

To get the best deal on car hire in Surfers Paradise, book about 86 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R279, which is about 526% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Surfers Paradise?

Looking to hire a car in Surfers Paradise? OCR Car Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R14,36/day. Xdrive Mobility also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R18,24/day.

What is the best car rental company in Surfers Paradise?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Surfers Paradise is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). Sixt (rated 9.3/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Surfers Paradise?

Planning to hire a car in Surfers Paradise? June is the cheapest month, costing about R559 per day. In contrast, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R904. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R789

February

R608

March

R657

April

R904

May

R641

June

R559

July

R871

August

R657

September

R855

October

R773

November

R641

December

R838

What car do most people hire in Surfers Paradise?

Compact cars (MG 3, for example) are the most popular in Surfers Paradise. Economy (Mazda CX-3) and SUV (Class Economy SUV) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Surfers Paradise.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Surfers Paradise?

East Coast Car Rentals has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. National has the second-highest number of locations in Surfers Paradise at 1.

Top rental agencies in Surfers Paradise

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Surfers Paradise known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Surfers Paradise. Reviews were last updated on 21 June 2026.

Thrifty

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Sixt

9,3
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,3

Overall

9,3

Pick-up/drop-off

9,3

Value

9,3

Budget

1 location

East Coast Car Rentals

3 locations

Hertz

3 locations

National

1 location

Ozzy Car Rentals

1 location

Xdrive Mobility

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Surfers Paradise, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 June 2026.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Surfers Paradise?

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

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