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$72 - $164
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$95 - $310
The best time to hire a medium car car from Budget at Cairns airport is in May when prices are $72 per day on average. $72 per day is 38% lower than the $115 average yearly price for a Budget medium car hire at Cairns airport. While May may be the cheapest month to hire a medium car car from Budget at Cairns airport, August is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in August on medium car hire vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a large car car from Budget at Cairns airport is in January when prices are $109 per day on average. $109 per day is 28% lower than the $152 average yearly price for a Budget large car hire at Cairns airport. While January may be the cheapest month to hire a large car car from Budget at Cairns airport, March is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in March on large car hire vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a SUV car from Budget at Cairns airport is in January when prices are $109 per day on average. $109 per day is 37% lower than the $173 average yearly price for a Budget SUV hire at Cairns airport. While January may be the cheapest month to hire a SUV car from Budget at Cairns airport, August is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in August on SUV hire vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a van car from Budget at Cairns airport is in October when prices are $113 per day on average. $113 per day is 23% lower than the $148 average yearly price for a Budget van hire at Cairns airport. While October may be the cheapest month to hire a van car from Budget at Cairns airport, March is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in March on van hire vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
Budget car hire deals near Cairns Airport
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8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, June 2026
Cost.. agent come with me to car before left
2.0 Poor
Marisol, May 2026
Always paying so much
10.0 Wonderful
Dave, May 2026
I arrived early on my flight and I was able to pick my vehicle up and change the pick up times with no problem. They were very helpful.
4.0 Mediocre
James, May 2026
They charged over $100 more than the $340 I originally purchased. Charge was for one car seat, which is required by law. I went from $340 pre pay to a final bill of $445. Not happy!
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2026
The two ladies working the counter, made it very easy to check in. I was given my car and will try it down. Returning it was also super easy and no hassle.
FAQs about hiring a car from Budget at Cairns Airport
How much does it cost to hire a car from Budget at Cairns airport?
In the past week, our users have found car hire prices from Budget at Cairns airport for as low as $40/day and as high as $334/day, which is a 89% price difference. Keep in mind that the average price to hire a car from Budget in Cairns airport is $93/day, which can change depending on what type of car you hire and what time of year you are hiring.
What is the most popular car hire type from Budget at Cairns airport?
SUV or similar cars are the most popular type of car to hire from Budget at Cairns airport, with 50% of our users choosing this type over other options. Hiring SUV cars from Budget at Cairns airport costs, on average, $117/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit the area and the car you choose.
Where can I find Budget car hire at Cairns airport?
If you're flying into Cairns airport, the closest Budget car hire location to you is Terminal Building, and they can be reached on +61 7 4033 9777.
Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Cairns airport (CNS)?
Yes, if you're flying into Cairns airport (CNS), Budget offers shuttle services
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