Budget car rentals in Cairns
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Budget car rental deals in Cairns, Queensland
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Small Cars | $41 - $111 | |
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All Car Types | $55 - $123 |
The best time to rent a Small car from Budget in Cairns, Queensland is in March when prices are $41 per day on average. $41 per day is 42% lower than the $71 average yearly price for a Budget Small rental in Cairns. While March may be the cheapest month to rent a Small car from Budget in Cairns, July is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in July on Small rental vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a Medium car from Budget in Cairns, Queensland is in January when prices are $45 per day on average. $45 per day is 41% lower than the $76 average yearly price for a Budget Medium rental in Cairns. While January may be the cheapest month to rent a Medium car from Budget in Cairns, April is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in April on Medium rental vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a Large car from Budget in Cairns, Queensland is in March when prices are $47 per day on average. $47 per day is 52% lower than the $97 average yearly price for a Budget Large rental in Cairns. While March may be the cheapest month to rent a Large car from Budget in Cairns, July is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in July on Large rental vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a SUV car from Budget in Cairns, Queensland is in May when prices are $56 per day on average. $56 per day is 34% lower than the $85 average yearly price for a Budget SUV rental in Cairns. While May may be the cheapest month to rent a SUV car from Budget in Cairns, February is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in February on SUV rental vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a Van car from Budget in Cairns, Queensland is in January when prices are $72 per day on average. $72 per day is 32% lower than the $106 average yearly price for a Budget Van rental in Cairns. While January may be the cheapest month to rent a Van car from Budget in Cairns, July is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in July on Van rental vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
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8 May - 18 May$37/day
18 May - 20 MayCairns Budget locations
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How much will a Budget rental car in Cairns cost in May?
Renting a car in Cairns from Budget during May will cost an average of $98 per day. However, some of our users found prices last May as low as $84 per day from Budget, so you may be able to find similar prices this year. If you’re looking to rent a car in Cairns for one week, $687 is the average cost for a rental from Budget.
Does Budget have a location at Cairns Airport?
Budget has 1 location at Cairns Airport. You will find Budget located at Terminal Building.
Does Budget offer free car rental cancellation in Cairns?
Yes, Budget in Cairns does offer free cancellations on car rentals. However, we always recommend you give Budget a call if you have to make a last-minute cancellation, as sometimes there are fees involved. A list of Budget phone numbers can be found here under the Locations tab.
What is the most popular car to rent from Budget while in Cairns in May?
In May, our users who rent cars from Budget in Cairns prefer Intermediate rentals. If you’re looking to reserve one of their Intermediate rentals during this month, prices tend to be $71/day on average and $32/day at their lowest. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on how far out you book your rental car, as well as what car model you choose.
What is the cheapest type of car to rent from Budget in Cairns?
The cheapest type of car Budget has to offer in Cairns is the Economy at $51 per day on average. $51 per day is 22% cheaper than the most expensive car available at Budget, so you end up saving some money by choosing a more affordable option. 11% of momondo users who rented a car in Cairns from Budget chose the Economy, often because of the cost savings.
How many Budget car rental locations are there in Cairns?
Budget has 2 rental car locations in Cairns. Their 153 Lake St location is the most popular according to our user data. In the past 12 months, 59% of our users who looked to rent a car from Budget in Cairns chose to rent theirs from the Budget location at 153 Lake St.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Cairns?
Prices for cars in Cairns are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Cairns?
As of April 2025, there are 60 operators available to choose from for cars in Cairns.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Cairns?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Cairns. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Cairns?
To rent a car in Cairns, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.