Great Barrier Reef

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Great Barrier Reef?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Great Barrier Reef and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on May 4, 2024.

January

$45

February

$42

March

$52

April

$49

May

$67

June

$80

July

$73

August

$72

September

$70

October

$56

November

$53

December

$54

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Great Barrier Reef is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Great Barrier Reef

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Great Barrier Reef to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on May 4, 2024.

Small cars

$44 - $80

All Car Types

$71 - $113

To rent a small car in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of $67/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Great Barrier Reef (~$44/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$80/day). In fact, January is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Great Barrier Reef, renting a small car saves you 21% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Great Barrier Reef small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of $84/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Great Barrier Reef (~$73/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$112/day). In fact, October is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Great Barrier Reef, renting a medium car saves you 3% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Great Barrier Reef medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of $114/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Great Barrier Reef (~$95/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~$141/day). In fact, November is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Great Barrier Reef, renting a large car is 25% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Great Barrier Reef large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of $92/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Great Barrier Reef (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~$122/day). In fact, January is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Great Barrier Reef, renting a SUV is 8% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Great Barrier Reef SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of $132/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in Great Barrier Reef (~$81/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$308/day). In fact, February is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Great Barrier Reef, renting a van is 35% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Great Barrier Reef van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of $85/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Great Barrier Reef (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$153/day). In fact, June is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Great Barrier Reef, renting a pickup truck saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a luxury car in Great Barrier Reef, you would pay an average price of $82/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Great Barrier Reef (~$104/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$267/day). In fact, May is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Great Barrier Reef. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Great Barrier Reef, renting a luxury car saves you 5% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Toyota Yaris$21/day
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Toyota Yaris
Suzuki SX4$21/day
4
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A/C
Suzuki SX4

Top rental agencies in Great Barrier Reef

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Great Barrier Reef known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Great Barrier Reef. Reviews were last updated on May 4, 2024.

Alamo

8.9
Very good
35 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.6

Firefly

10.0
Wonderful
1 review9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Ace Rental Cars

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Thrifty

9.6
Wonderful
4 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

8.9

Sixt

8.7
Very good
10 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

7.8

Avis

8.5
Very good
4 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.8

Budget

8.5
Very good
21 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.6

Hertz

7.4
Good
14 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Best Great Barrier Reef car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Great Barrier Reef. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Great Barrier Reef with an average daily rate of $46. Data was last updated on May 4, 2024.
Toyota Yaris$21/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Suzuki SX4$21/day
4
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A/C
Suzuki SX4
Jeep Compass$26/day
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A/C
Jeep Compass

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Great Barrier Reef, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on May 4, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Great Barrier Reef?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $47/day when booking a rental car in Great Barrier Reef. The best deal a user found was for $25/day from CalAuto, booked on Apr. 28.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Great Barrier Reef?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Great Barrier Reef from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bargain Car Rentals ($21/day), Budget ($31/day), and Ace Rental Cars ($32/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Great Barrier Reef?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, MINI Car Rentals (10.0 rating), Ace Rental Cars (10.0 rating) and JUCY (10.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Great Barrier Reef.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Great Barrier Reef for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?

    Bargain Car Rentals is one of the most popular car rental companies in Great Barrier Reef, offering car rentals for around $245 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Great Barrier Reef for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 23% to make it a great deal in Great Barrier Reef. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car rental to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Great Barrier Reef?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Great Barrier Reef. Check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Great Barrier Reef for a month?

    Prices can be as low as $1,050 if you consider booking with CalAuto. That price represents savings of 60% compared to the Great Barrier Reef average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Great Barrier Reef is on average $1,050 ($35/day).

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