Townsville Airport / Garbutt Airport Mini Guide
Townsville Airport or Garbutt Airport as it is known locally is in the north of Queensland, Australia. It shares its base with RAAF Townsville and is 5km from the city. As well as the daily passenger flights there are also mining charters and cargo operations flying here. Each year the number of passengers at Townsville Airport increases on the previous year.
Townsville Airport is likely to have been your destination if you've come to this area from other parts of Australia. Like you, many come to explore the amazing sights of Queensland and in particular the Great Barrier Reef. Walk up Castle Hill and see the views of the city and Magnetic Island. Take the Heritage Trail walking tour around Mackay to understand more about the city and its history. In the city you will find plenty of opportunity to shop until you drop or taste the best in local produce at one of the cafes. If you have a whole day to spare, why not catch the cat ferry to Magnetic Island and discover the beaches and national park. It’s a great place for adventure sports and horse riding too.
Rental car desks can be found in arrivals, if you decide to hire a car – it is an easy drive to the city and an effective way to explore the whole area. Whichever you hire, you can see that you're still going to get a great deal and our service promise means that if your circumstances change, we won't charge you a cancellation fee.
Current Rental Rates in Townsville Airport
Kia Rio
5 Adults, 3 Doors
From 72.16 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 505.16 EUR from 24/07/2023
Toyota Yaris
5 Adults, 3 Doors
From 72.61 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 508.28 EUR from 24/07/2023
Kia Rio
5 Adults, 3 Doors
From 76.43 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 535.02 EUR from 24/07/2023
Toyota Yaris
5 Adults, 3 Doors
From 77.40 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 541.84 EUR from 24/07/2023
Hyundai i30
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 78.03 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 546.24 EUR from 24/07/2023
Toyota Corolla Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 81.64 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 571.52 EUR from 24/07/2023
Toyota Corolla
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 83.25 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 582.75 EUR from 24/07/2023
Hyundai i30
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 84.71 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 592.98 EUR from 24/07/2023
Toyota Corolla
5 Adults, 3 Doors
From 86.74 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 607.22 EUR from 24/07/2023
Toyota Camry Hybrid
5 Adults, 4 Doors
From 93.98 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 657.92 EUR from 24/07/2023
Toyota Rav4 Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 104.21 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 729.51 EUR from 24/07/2023
Toyota Corolla Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 81.64 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 571.52 EUR from 24/07/2023
Toyota Camry Hybrid
5 Adults, 4 Doors
From 122.63 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 858.44 EUR from 24/07/2023
Useful to know about Townsville Airport
- Because of its location on the Queensland coast, Townsville Airport has been used by cyclone relief flights
- The airport is shared with the Royal Australian Air Force
- It was the first of Australia's regional airport to be granted international status in 1980
- Once an international airport, Townsville declined in the 80s and 90s but has now recommenced flights to Bali
- Its biggest market is for passengers from Brisbane that account for over 80% of flights.
Popular car hire destinations in Townsville Airport
Best car rental companies in Townsville Airport
9.2
No.1: KEDDY BY EUROPCAR,
based on 881 reviews
13 min (average wait time)
8.3
No.2: BUDGET,
based on 416 reviews
20 min (average wait time)
8.2
No.3: AVIS,
based on 267 reviews
22 min (average wait time)
Townsville Airport car hire information
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€ 505.12
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€ 72.16
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June | € 88 |
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August | € 93 |
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September | € 91 |
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October | € 94 |
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November | € 91 |
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December | € 96 |
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January | € 68 |
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February | € 71 |
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March | € 75 |
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April | € 69 |
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June | € 75 |
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July | € 73 |
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August | € 74 |
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September | € 78 |
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October | € 77 |
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November | € 72 |
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December | € 88 |
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January | € 94 |
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February | € 104 |
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March | € 106 |
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April | € 94 |
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May | € 98 |
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June | € 106 |
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July | € 104 |
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August | € 104 |
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September | € 113 |
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October | € 125 |
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November | € 118 |
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December | € 125 |
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January | € 90 |
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February | € 90 |
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March | € 93 |
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April | € 77 |
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May | € 87 |
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June | € 97 |
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July | € 88 |
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August | € 89 |
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September | € 95 |
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January | € 99 |
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August | € 104 |
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September | € 111 |
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November | € 100 |
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December | € 113 |
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January | € 86 |
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February | € 88 |
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March | € 84 |
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April | € 77 |
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May | € 87 |
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June | € 91 |
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July | € 88 |
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August | € 100 |
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September | € 98 |
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October | € 101 |
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November | € 95 |
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December | € 103 |
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*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices
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