Cheapflights insights for Townsville car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Townsville, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Townsville?
Book your car hire in Townsville 72 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R807/day on average when booked 72 days ahead, which saves you 1 501% off the usual average price.
What is the best car rental company in Townsville?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Townsville is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Townsville?
At Townsville, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R610. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 094 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Townsville, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R610. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 094 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
R610
February
R681
March
R825
April
R1 058
May
R896
June
R1 022
July
R1 094
August
R1 040
September
R986
October
R861
November
R843
December
R914
What car do most people hire in Townsville?
Compact cars (Hyundai Kona or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Townsville. SUV cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Townsville?
Both Sunnycars and Thrifty have 4 locations in Townsville, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Townsville
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Townsville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Townsville. Reviews were last updated on 15 June 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Townsville, including Thrifty, Budget and Europcar. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Townsville, including Thrifty, Budget and Europcar.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Townsville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Townsville for a week from Alamo?
Hiring a car in Townsville for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R5 212/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Townsville?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Townsville for a month is certainly possible.