Car Hire Townsville Airport

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Cheapest car hire in Townsville Airport

Compact

Hyundai i30

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 72.62 EUR/day
Hyundai i30

7 Days rental at 508.35 EUR from 20/06/2022

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes
Compact

Hyundai Accent

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 72.64 EUR/day
Hyundai Accent

7 Days rental at 508.50 EUR from 20/06/2022

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes
Compact

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 76.47 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla

7 Days rental at 535.31 EUR from 20/06/2022

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes
Standard

Hyundai Elantra

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 81.22 EUR/day
Hyundai Elantra

7 Days rental at 568.54 EUR from 20/06/2022

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes
Fullsize

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 91.55 EUR/day
Toyota Camry

7 Days rental at 640.85 EUR from 20/06/2022

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes
Economy

Suzuki Swift

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 94.44 EUR/day
Suzuki Swift

7 Days rental at 661.12 EUR from 20/06/2022

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes
Compact

Hyundai i30

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 97.73 EUR/day
Hyundai i30

7 Days rental at 684.17 EUR from 20/06/2022

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes
Intermediate

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 99.45 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla

7 Days rental at 696.21 EUR from 20/06/2022

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes
Compact

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 99.86 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla

7 Days rental at 699.08 EUR from 20/06/2022

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

*daily rates in Townsville Airport based on a 1 day rental (24hr period) and for guidance purposes only.

  • Townsville Airport car hire special offers

    We currently have 1 special offers for car rental in Townsville Airport including;

  • Pre-Registration available
    For faster, easier car hire, add driver details before pick-up available from ALAMO, AVIS, ENTERPRISE, EUROPCAR, HERTZ, KEDDY BY EUROPCAR, NATIONAL.

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
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8.8
No.2: ALAMO,
based on 252 reviews
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8.0
No.3: ENTERPRISE,
based on 68 reviews
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Nearest car hire pickup locations in or near Townsville Airport

EUROPCAR

305 Ingham Road, Townsville, 4814, Qld, Queensland

AVIS

116 Gill Street, Charters Towers, 4820, Qld, Queensland

EUROPCAR

Proserpine Apt, Proserpine, Qld, 4800, Qld, Queensland

AVIS

398 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach, 4802, Qld, Queensland

AVIS

Cairns Square Corner Shield & Abbott Street, Cairns, 4870, Qld, Queensland

AVIS

Terminal Building Airport Ave, Cairns, 4870, Qld, Queensland

Townsville Airport car hire information

  • 9.2/10
    Best Rated Agent:
    Keddy by Europcar (Corporate)
  • € 508.34
    Average price:
    (per week)
  • € 72.62
    Best Price:
    Per Week
  • 18
    Most Popular Type:
    Compact
  • 9
    Most popular model:
    Toyota Corolla
  • 67
    Total Cars Available
     

Average prices per day for car hire in Townsville Airport

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*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices

FAQs about car hire in Townsville Airport

How much does car hire in Townsville Airport cost?

Car hire in Townsville Airport costs as little as €72.60 per day, however the average price across all suppliers for a Compact class vehicle is €111.70 per day. The most expensive car to hire is €190.90 per day from AVIS for a Mitsubishi Pajero.

What car hire companies offer sanitised car rental in Townsville Airport?

8 car hire brands have committed to maintaining sanitisation measures as per WHO COVID-19 guidelines in Townsville Airport, including AVIS, ALAMO, BUDGET, see the full list here.

What car hire companies offer sanitised car rental in Townsville Airport?

None of the car hire companies in Townsville Airport are currently offering sanitised cars as per WHO COVID-19 guidelines.

Who is the best car rental agent in Townsville Airport?

Based on recent customer reviews over the last 3 months, Keddy by Europcar (Corporate) has the highest customer rating for car hire in Townsville Airport with a score of 9.2/10

with Alamo EMEA rated second best with a score of 8.8/10

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How much does it cost to hire a compact car in Townsville Airport?

Today’s cheapest price for compact car hire in Townsville Airport is €508.35 per week from EUROPCAR.

Who is the cheapest car hire agent in Townsville Airport?

The cheapest car hire company in Townsville Airport is EUROPCAR, with prices for a Compact class car such as the Hyundai i30 available from as little as €508.34 per week.

How much is fuel in Townsville Airport?

You can expect to pay €1.236/ltr of petrol and €1.389/ltr of diesel in Townsville Airport. You’ll pay a premium if refilling at motorway services of up to 10%.

What car hire agencies are available in Townsville Airport?

We can arrange great deals on car hire in Townsville Airport with leading car hire companies such as ALAMO, AVIS, BUDGET, ENTERPRISE, EUROPCAR, HERTZ, KEDDY BY EUROPCAR, NATIONAL, SIXT as well as reputable, local car hire companies.

What type of car can I hire in Townsville Airport?

We can arrange Compact, Economy, Fullsize, Intermediate, Intermediate Elite, Standard and Standard Elite class rental cars in Townsville Airport.

How much does it cost to hire a convertible car in Townsville Airport?

We don’t currently have any convertible cars to hire in Townsville Airport, but we are working in it and please check dates for future rentals.
The price at the moment for a convertible rental car in Townsville Airport is € per week from for a .

Do you have a discount code for car hire in Townsville Airport?

We don’t have any discount codes for car hire in Townsville Airport at the moment, however EUROPCAR rates start from just €508.34 per week. If you’ve found a cheaper price than €508.34 from EUROPCAR in Townsville - Airport or any other rental agent, let us know and we’ll do our best to beat it.

How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Townsville Airport?

The cheapest price to hire a car for a week in Townsville Airport is €508.20 per week with an average price of €781.90 per week across all car hire companies.
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Information about the car hire agents in Townsville Airport

Most popular car hire companies in Townsville Airport

  • Alamo (tel: 747793891)
  • Europcar (tel: 61 07 47601380)
  • Hertz (tel: 0744414690)
  • Avis (tel: 07 4762 7400)
  • Budget (tel: 07 4762 7433)
  • Firefly (tel: 07 4775 4821)
  • Keddy by europcar (tel: 61 07 47601380)
  • Enterprise (tel: 747793891)
  • National (tel: 747793891)
  • Thrifty (tel: (07) 4725 4655)

Pick-up locations for car hire companies in Townsville Airport

  • Alamo (TERMINAL BUILDING GARBUTT, TOWNSVILLE, 4814, QLD, Queensland)
  • Europcar (TERMINAL BUILDING TOWNSVILLE AIRPORT, Townsville Airport, TOWNSVILLE, 4810, Queensland)
  • Hertz (Townsville Airport, Townsville, Qld, 4180, QLD, Queensland)
  • Avis (Terminal Building, Townsville Qld, 4810, QLD, Queensland)
  • Budget (Terminal Building, Townsville Qld, 4810, XX, Queensland)
  • Firefly (Stinson Avenue, Townsville, 4810, QLD, Queensland)

Car hire company ratings in Townsville Airport

  • Keddy by Europcar (Corporate): Rated 9.2/10 from 6 reviews
  • Alamo EMEA: Rated 8.8/10 from 19 reviews
  • Enterprise: Rated 8.0/10 from 7 reviews
  • Hertz: Rated 7.8/10 from 22 reviews
  • Budget ABG Franchise: Rated 7.8/10 from 25 reviews
  • Avis ABG Franchise: Rated 7.7/10 from 12 reviews

Townsville 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. Over 1.75 million passengers used Townsville Airport last year marking a 10% rise on the previous year.

Getting there
At the present time, ten airlines operate domestic flights to major cities in Australia, including the hub of Sydney, if you are travelling from another part of the world and need to make a connection.

Onward tranport
The Sunbus route 5 or 5A will take you into the city or you can pre-book an airport shuttle bus to your accommodation. Taxis leave from the north end of the terminal for a speedy transfer. Rental car desks can be found in arrivals, if you decide to hire a car – it is an easy drive to the city and a good way to explore the whole area.

Airport facilities
If you are hungry you can go to BLD or Breakfast Lunch Dinner, they serve a wide range of dishes for every meal and have their own bar too. You can watch TV there or even play a game of pool. For a light snack, try Aroma’s Café where you can lounge on a comfy couch and enjoy gourmet food. There are two ATMs available at the terminal for any money emergencies.

Accommodation
The 4 star Mercure Townsville has 201 rooms and is 2km from the airport. It’s a resort style hotel in lush gardens with swimming pools and spa. Wi-Fi is available for a charge.

See and do in Townsville
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.

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. You'll need your own transport to get to your destination and by booking in advance on www.rhinocarhire.com we can have your perfect choice of vehicle waiting for you when you step off the plane.

With car hire starting at around £13 a day, you may decide to splash out a little more and travel in comfort. 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.

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