Why are car rentals so expensive in Cairns?
Why are car rentals so expensive in Cairns?
Availability is scarce for certain destinations including Cairns, Uluru and Tasmania, with unprecedented demand making finding a rental car the hardest – and often most expensive part – of booking an interstate holiday, says New South Wales travel agent Rebecca McCarthy from Bec McCarthy Travel.
Is it cheaper to rent a car one way?
Renting one way is typically more expensive than renting round trip. Your price is broken out into different components: the daily rate (a.k.a. time and mileage), taxes and fees, and a one-way drop charge. The drop fee can vary from one rental-car company to another, and even within a single rental car company.
Is it better to go to the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns or Port Douglas?
There are a few east coast towns that off Great Barrier Reef trips, the most popular being Port Douglas or Cairns. Although Cairns is a vibrant and cool city and many reef visitors base themselves here, I recommend Port Douglas over Cairns.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Cairns?
On average a rental car in Cairns costs $33 per day. Economy (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Cairns. In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at East Coast Car Rentals ($17/day), Atlas Car & Truck Rental ($18/day) and Alamo ($21/day).
How do I get to Cairns downtown?
Cairns downtown is located just 10 minutes from the airport, some 6 kilometres, and can be accessed through Airport Avenue and National Route 1. The access roads as mentioned do not have toll requirements, so it is relatively easy to reach.
How do I find the best shuttle bus from Cairns Airport?
On Skyscanner’s Car Hire comparison tool, simply browse the filters on the left > pick-up > free shuttle bus to compare prices. Cairns downtown is located just 10 minutes from the airport, some 6 kilometres, and can be accessed through Airport Avenue and National Route 1.
Why book a one-way rental in Australia?
Just 23 million Australians inhabit the world’s sixth-largest country – and a one-way rental’s a great way to make the most of this vast island continent. With over 3 million square miles to explore, you’ll be glad there’s no need to retrace your footsteps at the end of your rental!
