Car hire at Townsville airport from $51/day

Toyota Auris

or similar Small

$60/day

MG 3

or similar Small

$60/day

Hyundai Accent

or similar Small

$55/day

Toyota Auris

or similar Small

$60/day

MG 3

or similar Small

$60/day

* These are the best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours and may change

Useful Info

Most popular agency	Most popular car type	Average price	Good deal
Bargain Car Rentals	Standard	$88/day	$69/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Townsville Airport car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Townsville Airport with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Townsville Airport?

You should book your car hire in Townsville Airport around 90 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Townsville Airport?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Bargain Car Rentals ($28.92/day), Budget ($35.32/day), and Alamo ($38.76/day).

What is the best car hire company in Townsville Airport?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Townsville Airport are Budget (10.0, 3 reviews), Europcar (10.0), and Firefly (10.0, 1 review).

Budget

Rated 10.0/10

Europcar

Rated 10.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Townsville Airport?

Compact cars (Class Compact SUV or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Townsville Airport. Compact cars in Townsville Airport cost $89/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $41/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Townsville Airport?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Townsville Airport is January at an average cost of $53/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Townsville Airport when prices are $79/day on average, which tends to be 92% above the yearly average hire price for Townsville Airport.

Which rental car company has the most locations in in in?

Sunnycars operates 2 locations in Townsville Airport, more than any other car hire company.

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When you arrive at Townsville Airport, you will notice some globally reputed names of car hire at your disposal. These include National, Europcar, Thrifty, SIXT, Avis, Budget, Firefly, Alamo, Dollar, Enterprise and Keddy. During your transaction, include any add-ons you may need, such as a car seat or GPS hire, and when collecting the car, make sure you complete a preliminary body inspection, indicating the dents and scratches that were there before you drove off the lot.
When you return your cheap car hire at Townsville Airport, you will be returning it to the same parking garage where it was collected, at the end of the Arrivals hall of the airport. Driving towards the airport, you will see signage directing you to the garage. Don’t forget to clear your belongings from the car and take the keys to the counter of your car hire company. If there is an agent on site, they will inspect the car for new dents and scratches since the preliminary check and then get started on the process of refunding your deposit.
Returning your cheap car hire at Townsville Airport is an easy process, no matter what time. Car hire companies work quite late hours as a rule, so you could possibly find an agent on call. In the event they are closed, pop the keys in the after-hours box. This applies on weekends and public holidays too. Being based at the airport, with planes flying at irregular hours, you should find agents on-call far more often.
25% of our users found a car hire at Townsville airport for $70 or less
Book your car hire at Townsville airport at least 5 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price

Where are the car hire companies at Townsville Airport?
When looking for car hire in Townsville Airport, you will be able to find the desks easily at this small but efficient domestic airport. The companies are all congregated together in the Arrivals hall of the airport. Collect your luggage and exit into the main terminal, and you will spot the car hire companies' signs on your way out. The car garage where your hire will be parked is at the end of the Arrivals hall too, making the transaction seamless, fast and efficient.
What car hire companies are recommended at Townsville Airport?
With top names at your disposal, you will find excellent service and deals from all the companies on site at the airport. The car hire companies that stand out for cheaper car hire are Alamo, Enterprise and Europcar, but always check the deals through KAYAK on the day you book, as prices fluctuate. There are certain car hire companies in Townsville that will pick you up and bring you to the airport if you are off site, and they are Europcar, Alamo, Avis and Thrifty. SIXT is known for great add-ons, and Budget is known for the FastBreak service, which speeds up queues and gets you on the road quicker. Curate your car hire package according to your needs.
What documentation is required for a Townsville Airport car hire?
When you are driving in Australia and need to hire a car at Townsville Airport, having the right documentation will speed up the process. Firstly, you will need a valid driver's licence. Your photographic identification is needed too. Then, for the payment and insurance deposit, you will need a credit card with enough funding. If you are keen to pay by debit card, it is always wise to check out the terms and conditions of your car hire company first.
How much does it cost to hire a car at Townsville airport?
On average a car hire at Townsville airport costs $88 per day.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Townsville airport?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Townsville airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Europcar, Thrifty, Alamo, Hertz, Avis, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

Budget

10.0

Wonderful

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.6

One location in Townsville Airport

from$77/day

Locations in Townsville Airport

Terminal Building

+61 7 4762 7433

Monday	07:30 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 23:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 23:00
Thursday	07:30 - 23:00
Friday	07:30 - 23:00
Saturday	07:45 - 20:30
Sunday	07:45 - 20:30

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

People mover

Was a good experience

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

People mover

They were really good to deal with. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Car couple have been cleaner. As there were stains on the back seats.

Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.9

Value for money

8.9

One location in Townsville Airport

from$82/day

Locations in Townsville Airport

Terminal Building

+61 7 4760 1380

Opening times not available

Firefly

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Townsville Airport

Locations in Townsville Airport

Stinson Ave

+61 747 754 821

Monday	07:30 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 23:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 23:00
Thursday	07:30 - 23:00
Friday	07:30 - 23:00
Saturday	08:00 - 19:30
Sunday	08:00 - 19:30

Thrifty

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Townsville Airport

from$77/day

Locations in Townsville Airport

Stinson Ave

+61 136139

Monday	07:30 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 23:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 23:00
Thursday	07:30 - 23:00
Friday	07:30 - 23:00
Saturday	08:00 - 19:30
Sunday	09:00 - 22:00

Alamo

9.3

Wonderful

Read 16 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.9

Value for money

8.6

One location in Townsville Airport

from$41/day

Locations in Townsville Airport

Terminal Building Garbutt

+61 7 4779 3891

Monday	08:00 - 19:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 19:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 19:30
Thursday	08:00 - 19:30
Friday	08:00 - 19:30
Saturday	08:00 - 19:30
Sunday	00:00 - 00:00

Avis

8.0

Very Good

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Townsville Airport

from$104/day

Locations in Townsville Airport

Terminal Building

+61 7 4762 7400

Monday	07:30 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 23:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 23:00
Thursday	07:30 - 23:00
Friday	07:30 - 23:00
Saturday	07:45 - 20:30
Sunday	07:45 - 20:30