Car hire in Port Douglas, Queensland

The majority of car hire agencies in Port Douglas offer free cancellation. momondo will always tell you whether or not rental car centres such as Ace Rental Cars, Avis, and Budget have a cancellation fee for travellers who have last-minute itinerary changes.

If you are hiring a vehicle in Port Douglas, then be aware that the current speed limit within city or town limits is 35 mph, unless otherwise posted. Suburban speed limits around Port Douglas will generally have a speed limit of 70 mph. If you are travelling on a motorway in Port Douglas, then the speed limit is 70 mph.

Sixt has the Volkswagen Tiguan (and other similar SUV vehicles) for hire in Port Douglas. You can expect to hire the Volkswagen Tiguan in Port Douglas from Sixt for £42/day on average.

Those looking for a hire car in Port Douglas during the month of September should expect temperatures to be around 22 °C and should expect around 30 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

If you’re looking for a Port Douglas hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of September it’s important to know that the rest of Queensland typically has a temperature of 19 °C and will usually expect 36.3 mm of precipitation.

Prices for cars in Port Douglas are updated daily.

There are 12 operators available for cars in Port Douglas as of September 2025.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Port Douglas. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To rent a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen rental company before making a reservation.

When renting a car in Port Douglas, 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.