Budget car hire in Cairns
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Budget car hire deals in Cairns, Queensland
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Small cars | £28 - £83 | |
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All Car Types | £49 - £78 |
The best time to hire a Small car from Budget in Cairns, Queensland is in June when prices are £28 per day on average. £28 per day is 51% lower than the £57 average yearly price for a Budget Small car hire in Cairns. While June may be the cheapest month to hire a Small car from Budget in Cairns, August is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in August on Small car hire from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a Medium car from Budget in Cairns, Queensland is in March when prices are £42 per day on average. £42 per day is 30% lower than the £60 average yearly price for a Budget Medium car hire in Cairns. While March may be the cheapest month to hire a Medium car from Budget in Cairns, December is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in December on Medium car hire from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a Large car from Budget in Cairns, Queensland is in February when prices are £30 per day on average. £30 per day is 58% lower than the £72 average yearly price for a Budget Large car hire in Cairns. While February may be the cheapest month to hire a Large car from Budget in Cairns, March is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in March on Large car hire from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a SUV car from Budget in Cairns, Queensland is in March when prices are £32 per day on average. £32 per day is 53% lower than the £68 average yearly price for a Budget SUV car hire in Cairns. While March may be the cheapest month to hire a SUV car from Budget in Cairns, January is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in January on SUV car hire from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a Van car from Budget in Cairns, Queensland is in March when prices are £46 per day on average. £46 per day is 36% lower than the £72 average yearly price for a Budget Van car hire in Cairns. While March may be the cheapest month to hire 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 car hire from Budget depending on what day you book.
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9 May - 28 May£23/day
29 May - 31 MayCairns’s Budget locations
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Information about Budget car hire in Cairns
Does Budget have a location at Cairns Airport?
Yes. The 1 location that Budget has at Cairns Airport can be found at Terminal Building, {4} and {5}.
Does Budget offer free car hire cancellation in Cairns?
There are free hire car cancellations available from Budget in Cairns. Keep in mind that there might be a cancellation fee if you cancel your hire car last-minute. Click here to find a list of phone numbers under the Locations tab if you’d like to learn more about Budget cancellation policies.
What is the most popular car to hire from Budget while in Cairns in May?
In May, our users who hire cars from Budget in Cairns prefer Intermediate hires. If you’re looking to reserve one of their Intermediate hires during this month, prices tend to be £56/day on average and £30/day at their lowest. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on how far out you book your car hire, as well as what car model you choose.
What is the cheapest type of car to hire from Budget in Cairns?
For £56/day on average, a Intermediate is the cheapest type of car to hire from Budget in Cairns (50% cheaper than the most expensive Budget car hire). In the past year, 89% of momondo users who chose to hire from Budget while in Cairns hired a Intermediate in order to save money. Keep in mind that Budget also has other types of car hires available based on your travel needs.
How many Budget car hire locations are there in Cairns?
In Cairns, Budget has 2 locations. 153 Lake St is the address of the car hire company’s most popular location (based on our user data). In the past 12 months, 59% of momondo users who reserved a car hire in Cairns from Budget went to the 153 Lake St location.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Cairns?
Prices for cars in Cairns were last updated today.
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?
When renting a car in Cairns, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.