Cairns Airport Car Hire
Located roughly 7km north of Cairns, the airport although busy is not as big as Brisbane or Adelaide. As an international airport is has a direct route to 18 destinations across the world as well as many more domestic routes. It is one of the main bases for Qantas airline. Cairns is a popular destination for those looking to see the Great Barrier Reef.
Where are the car hire desks at Cairns Airport?
There are six car hire companies based at Cairns Airport. The car hire desks can be found in the arrivals halls of both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Make sure you have your car hire voucher with you when you set off on holiday as you will need it at the desk.
Where can I collect/drop off the car at Cairns Airport?
Car parks for rental cars can be found at both terminals. They are situated opposite the two terminal buildings, just follow the signposts or the guidance from your chosen car hire firm. When returning your car, park it in a slot designated for your car hire firm before handing your keys to a representative.
Cairns Airport Top Tips
To save time at the car hire desk, have your car hire voucher, driving licence and credit card to hand.
There are plenty of shops in the terminals should you need a last minute gift!
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Mon | 07:00 | until | Mon | 23:00 |
Tue | 07:00 | until | Tue | 23:00 |
Wed | 07:00 | until | Wed | 23:00 |
Thu | 07:00 | until | Thu | 23:00 |
Fri | 07:00 | until | Fri | 23:00 |
Sat | 07:00 | until | Sat | 23:00 |
Sun | 07:00 | until | Sun | 23:00 |
Cairns International Airport Terminal 1
Cairns International Airport
Beaufort Street
Aeroglen
Qld
4870
Details
Alamo Rent a Car is an international car hire company which caters for the rental needs of leisure travellers. Alamo is the budget branch of the Enterprise Rent a Car brand and as such offers older vehicles at a cheaper rate to customers, with the convenience of Enterprise's in terminal car rental offices.
Transfer Details
Domestic Airport Upon arrival at the Cairns Domestic Arrivals T2 Terminal, proceed to the Rental counter located opposite the baggage carousels to arrange your rental agreement. International Airport Upon arrival at the Cairns International Arrivals T1 Terminal, exit the terminal building, turn right following the footpath towards the end of the terminal building, and continue following the signs to the T2 terminal. Enter the T2 building and proceed to the Rental car rental counter opposite the baggage carousel area.
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Mon | 07:00 | until | Mon | 23:00 |
Tue | 07:00 | until | Tue | 23:00 |
Wed | 07:00 | until | Wed | 23:00 |
Thu | 07:00 | until | Thu | 23:00 |
Fri | 07:00 | until | Fri | 23:00 |
Sat | 07:00 | until | Sat | 23:00 |
Sun | 07:00 | until | Sun | 23:00 |
Cairns Airport T2 Domestic
Cairns Domestic Airport
2 Airport Avenue
Cairns
Qld
4870
Details
Alamo Rent a Car is an international car hire company which caters for the rental needs of leisure travellers. Alamo is the budget branch of the Enterprise Rent a Car brand and as such offers older vehicles at a cheaper rate to customers, with the convenience of Enterprise's in terminal car rental offices.
Transfer Details
Upon arrival please be on the lookout for the Enterprise counter located in the arrivals hall of the airport terminal. Your rental will be serviced there. The car rental counter is located in the arrivals hall of the Cairns International Terminal. Once you have cleared customs you will exit into the Arrivals hall. Proceed to the rental counter on the right hand side of the arrivals hall where we will arrange your rental agreement.
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Mon | 07:00 | until | Mon | 19:30 |
Tue | 07:00 | until | Tue | 19:30 |
Wed | 07:00 | until | Wed | 19:30 |
Thu | 07:00 | until | Thu | 19:30 |
Fri | 07:00 | until | Fri | 19:30 |
Sat | 08:00 | until | Sat | 18:30 |
Sun | 08:00 | until | Sun | 18:30 |
Cairns Airport
411 Sheridan Street
Cairns
Queensland
QLD
4870
Details
East Coast Car Rentals offer customers a comprehensive range of new and near-new quality vehicles for great value prices! They operate across Australia and New Zealand and provide a good quality service at many of the major airports, cities and locations. If you're looking a value for money vehicle and price, this could be the company for you.
Transfer Details
You will receive an SMS with a link 24 hours prior to collection, after you have collected your luggage please click on the link in the SMS to request the shuttle bus. The shuttle bus driver will reply and provide you with directions to the meeting point for the shuttle transfer. If you have issues with accessing the online shuttle ordering system via the SMS link, please call our Reservations team on Toll-Free 1800 028 881 or International 0061 7 5555 8900 and then press Option 2 to request the shuttle pick up Last shuttle service will run 30 minutes prior to close.
When returning the vehicle after hours, please go to street parking at the front of the office. Take the personal belongings and secure the vehicle. Walk to the left end of the building via the side gate. Return the key via the return slot in the grey door, next to the big roller door. It will then be the customer's responsibility to make their own way to the airport terminal (clients need pay for their own taxi back to the Airport).