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Mackay car hires from $69

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Mackay with a pick-up date of 15/11 and drop-off date of 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap car hire in Mackay

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Suzuki Swift car
Suzuki Swift
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
M
$69/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
M
$69/day
Kia Forte car
Kia Forte
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
$74/day
Class Standard Car car
Class Standard Car
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
$86/day
Toyota RAV4 car
Toyota RAV4
or similar SUV
2
2
4-5
M
$90/day
Kia Carnival car
Kia Carnival
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
M
$143/day
Toyota Highlander car
Toyota Highlander
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
$138/day
Hyundai Staria car
Hyundai Staria
or similar VAN
5
2
4-5
M
$112/day
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado car
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
$146/day
Kia Stonic car
Kia Stonic
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
$79/day
Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
$84/day
Class Intermediate SUV car
Class Intermediate SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$85/day
Volkswagen Tiguan car
Volkswagen Tiguan
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$92/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Mackay

  • Make sure to check the restrictions on any offers of cheap car hire in Mackay. Some companies restrict you from driving in certain areas, including some parts of Northern Queensland. You may also be restricted from driving on specific surfaces such as beaches or unsealed roads. Additionally, while almost all Mackay car hire companies will allow you to take your hire car between Queensland and New South Wales, some may not permit you to drive into the Northern Territory. Finally, check the restrictions on car ferries. Some companies will allow you to take your vehicle onto car ferries but usually only if you take out additional insurance.
  • Mackay is centrally located on Queensland's east coast, so you'll have multiple options for road trips driving up or down the Bruce Highway (A1). Cairns is roughly 10 hours away heading north and Brisbane is roughly 10 hours south. On the way to Cairns, you can stop at Townsville, Airlie Beach and Cardwell State Forest. You can also consider heading a bit further north to visit the Daintree Rainforest. Heading towards Brisbane, you can stop at Clairview, Hervey Bay and any town on the Sunshine Coast. Continue further south and you'll hit Queensland's famous Gold Coast beaches.
  • If you are planning a long road trip to Cairns or Brisbane, take note of the rest stops available along your route. You may find yourself needing to pull over for a short rest, but in Queensland, sleeping in your car is illegal outside of designated zones. Camping grounds are one area you're allowed to sleep, but they're less common. Rest stops are frequent and you can usually stay in them for 20 hours. They're also often equipped with useful amenities such as toilets, showers and barbecue facilities. Just bear in mind that some rest stops are only for large vehicles like trucks, so stick to the ones signed with a simple white P on a blue background.
  • Balmy throughout the year, Mackay is the perfect destination for a hire car, in order to stay out of the sun. Average monthly temperatures don’t often fall below 20°C and an air-conditioned cabin will be your best friend. A bus to Mackay Aqua Park takes roughly 45min from the centre of town; however, driving yourself requires only 10min. Scenic coastal spots such as Cape Hillsborough National Park, Bucasia Beach and Dolphin Heads are more than 15 km from Mackay and best reached by car if you’d like to avoid inner-city beaches.
  • The reception offices of Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Enterprise and Thrifty are in the Arrivals Hall of Mackay Airport (MKY). After collecting your keys, exit the terminal and walk over the pedestrian crossing to find all hire cars on your right.
  • Extended freight trucks, known as road trains, frequent major arterial roads around Mackay, including Bruce Hwy and Peak Down Hwy. Some of the trucks are up to 50 m in length, requiring more space and time to overtake than regular vehicles. Travel at slow speeds if off-roading with a 4WD and avoid contact with saltwater. Native wildlife regularly wander across Mackay roads at night, so extra caution should be taken to avoid collisions. Yellow signs featuring a hopping kangaroo indicate areas where fauna are common.
  • Traffic congestion is mostly negligible in Mackay and it won’t heavily affect your travel plans. Key thoroughfares such as Gordon St and Sydney St can experience banked up cars between 16:00–18:00, though traffic still tends to flow smoothly. It’s recommended to not drive during the middle of the day in summer months, as Mackay can climb to above 35°C and make car cabins swelter.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Mackay for $98 or less
  • Book your car hire in Mackay at least 3 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate hire cars in Mackay are around 2% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Mackay

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Mackay?

    Thanks to wide open roads and spacious parking, there’s no need to forgo your ideal model when choosing a hire car. 4WDs are the only option if you are thinking about off-roading or beach driving, with compact SUVs and larger makes available. If a long journey up the North Queensland coast is what you’re planning, a fuel-efficient economy car will help save on petrol.

  • What’s the speed limit in Mackay?

    Unless otherwise indicated by signs, the standard speed limit in Mackay is 50 km/h. 40 km/h is enforced in school zones between 07:00–09:00 and 14:00–16:00 on weekdays. Bruce Hwy and other motorways in the region usually have limits of 100 km/h; however, they can reduce to 80 km/h in more built-up areas.

  • Where are the best places to park in Mackay?

    Mid-City Carpark on the corner of Gordon St and Gregory St has hourly parking from approximately A$ 0.70 and daily spaces for roughly A$ 5. Parking restrictions at Wharf Carpark and Riverside Carpark are not enforced after 18:00.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Mackay?

    On average a car hire in Mackay costs $117 per day.

  • What is the cheapest car hire company in Mackay?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Budget ($69/day), Hertz ($69/day) and keddy by Europcar ($85/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Budget Terminal Building 4740 (4 kilometres from the city centre).

  • How much is the price of fuel in Mackay?

    The average price of fuel in Mackay is $6.16 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between $74 and $99, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Mackay?

    Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Mackay.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Mackay airport (MKY)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Mackay airport include Budget, Avis, Hertz, Thrifty, Europcar and Sixt.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Mackay airport (MKY)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Mackay airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Avis, Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Mackay?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Mackay?

    An Intermediate car hire in Mackay costs $120 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Mackay?

    A Standard car hire in Mackay costs $110 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Mackay?

    A Compact car hire in Mackay costs $100 per day, on average.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Mackay?

    On average a car hire in Mackay costs $816 per week ($117 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Mackay?

    On average a car hire in Mackay costs $3,496 per month ($117 per day).

  • Which electric vehicle chargers are available in Mackay?

    An electric vehicle can be an excellent choice for cheap car hire in Mackay. The Coles Andergrove car park offers free charging and the QESH Mackay car park has paid chargers. You'll need a Chargefox account to use the free options.

  • How can I get booster seats in my Mackay hire car?

    Booster seats or child restraints are required for children under seven or who aren't tall enough to use an adult seatbelt. Luckily, most car hire companies can provide them, but there is often an extra daily fee. 

Mackay car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Budget

Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

6.3

One location in Mackay

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Locations in Mackay

Terminal Building

+61 7 4967 3921

Monday07:30 - 20:45
Tuesday07:30 - 20:45
Wednesday07:30 - 20:45
Thursday07:30 - 20:45
Friday07:30 - 20:45
Saturday07:30 - 20:45
Sunday08:00 - 21:45

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2022

KAYAK
Extremely helpful and friendly staff

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
I'd haven't got my refund back

10.0 Wonderful

robert, Sept 2022

KAYAK
Of course I’m going to say cheaper 🤷🏻‍♂️, but otherwise friendly helpful staff 👍

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, July 2022

KAYAK
Thought the rate was high, and insurance was very high.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, May 2022

KAYAK
Unlimited km available to locals

1 out of 2

Europcar

4.9

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.9

Value for money

1.9

One location in Mackay

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Locations in Mackay

Terminal Building

+61 7 4952 6269

Opening times not available

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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Sept 2022

KAYAK
I feel the car rental is over priced in Mackay

1.9 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2021

KAYAK
Prices need to be in USD or AUD not just $. The insurance is a scam. $5000 excess unless you pay more per day is extortion. Rental service used to be good now its what service?

1 out of 1

Thrifty

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

3 locations in Mackay

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Locations in Mackay

8 Longwall Place

+61 7 4998 5202

Monday08:00 - 21:45
Tuesday08:00 - 21:45
Wednesday08:00 - 21:45
Thursday08:00 - 21:45
Friday08:00 - 21:45

Boundry Rd

+61 136139

Monday07:00 - 21:30
Tuesday07:00 - 21:30
Wednesday07:00 - 21:30
Thursday07:00 - 21:30
Friday07:00 - 21:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:30
Sunday09:00 - 17:30

Mackay Ap

+61 7 4957 5868

Monday08:00 - 21:45
Tuesday08:00 - 21:45
Wednesday08:00 - 21:45
Thursday08:00 - 21:45
Friday08:00 - 21:45

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2022

KAYAK
Price changed so much, when i would go back and check the price it would be lower and then when I booked it would go up and the went up again at pick up

1 out of 1

Firefly

9.0

Wonderful

Best rated

One location in Mackay

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Locations in Mackay

Boundry Rd

+61 749 514 685

Monday07:00 - 21:30
Tuesday07:00 - 21:30
Wednesday07:00 - 21:30
Thursday07:00 - 21:30
Friday07:00 - 21:30
Saturday07:30 - 20:45
Sunday08:00 - 21:45

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Sixt

8.5

Very Good

One location in Mackay

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Locations in Mackay

Terminal Building

+61 7 4957 5868

Monday08:00 - 21:45
Tuesday08:00 - 21:45
Wednesday08:00 - 21:45
Thursday08:00 - 21:45
Friday08:00 - 21:45

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No reviews available

Alamo

8.4

Very Good

One location in Mackay

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Locations in Mackay

In Terminal Boundary Road

+61 7 4998 5799

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
Friday00:00 - 00:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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Avis

8.3

Very Good

One location in Mackay

from$90/day

Locations in Mackay

Terminal Building

+61 7 4967 3900

Monday07:30 - 20:45
Tuesday07:30 - 20:45
Wednesday07:30 - 20:45
Thursday07:30 - 20:45
Friday07:30 - 20:45
Saturday07:30 - 20:45
Sunday08:00 - 21:45

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No reviews available

Hertz

7.8

Good

One location in Mackay

from$157/day

Locations in Mackay

Boundry Rd

+61 7 4953 6790

Monday07:00 - 21:30
Tuesday07:00 - 21:30
Wednesday07:00 - 21:30
Thursday07:00 - 21:30
Friday07:00 - 21:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:30
Sunday09:00 - 17:30

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National

7.0

Good

One location in Mackay

Locations in Mackay

Boundary Road East Mackay

+61 7 4998 5799

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
Friday00:00 - 00:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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No reviews available

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.9

Okay

One location in Mackay

Locations in Mackay

In Terminal Boundary Road

+61 7 4998 5799

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
Friday00:00 - 00:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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No reviews available

keddy by Europcar

6.0

Okay

2 locations in Mackay

Locations in Mackay

174 East Boundary Road

+61 749 526 269

Opening times not available

Terminal Building, Mackay Airport

61 7 49526269

Monday07:30 - 20:45
Tuesday07:30 - 20:45
Wednesday07:30 - 20:45
Thursday07:30 - 20:45
Friday07:30 - 20:45
Saturday07:30 - 20:45
Sunday10:00 - 18:00

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No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

2 locations in Mackay

Locations in Mackay

Boundry Road

Opening times not available

Terminal Building

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Red Spot

No score available yet

One location in Mackay

Locations in Mackay

Mackay Airport

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Mackay

Locations in Mackay

Terminal Building

+86 10 6064 1387

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

9 travellers who hired a car in Mackay gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.1

Car hire locations in or near Mackay

Good to know

Most popular agency

Budget

Most popular car type

Intermediate

Average price

$117/day

Good deal

$98/day

When to book a car hire in Mackay

Average daily price per month
Car hire prices as pick-up date approaches

Everything you need to know for your car hire in Mackay

Mackay car hire information

Pick-up locationMackay
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury SUV, Passenger van, People mover, Premium SUV, SUV, Standard, Standard SUV
Hire locations18
Airport locations16
Popular agenciesBudget, Hertz, keddy by Europcar