Mackay City

Cheap Car Rentals in Mackay City, Mackay from $160

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Mackay City, Mackay car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Mackay City. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 August 2025.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$98

Cheapest price per day

$160

Best Mackay City, Mackay car rental deals

Browse through the best deals we’ve found on Mackay City car hire deals at this time. Deals are sourced from providers and were last updated on 29 August 2025.
Ford Puma$160/day
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Subaru Forester$197/day
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Ford Focus$200/day
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Ford Focus

Cheapflights insights for Mackay City car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Mackay City, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Mackay City?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Mackay City, book about 69 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $97, which is about 42% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Mackay City?

In Mackay City, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just $77.41/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at $100.60/day.

What is the best car rental company in Mackay City?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Mackay City is Avis (rated 8.6/10). Alamo (rated 8.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Mackay City?

Planning to hire a car in Mackay City? January is the cheapest month, costing about $73 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $136. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$73

February

$99

March

$131

April

$114

May

$131

June

$121

July

$136

August

$107

September

$121

October

$128

November

$112

December

$123

Which car hire company has the most locations in Mackay City?

Thrifty has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Mackay City at 2.

Top rental agencies in Mackay City, Mackay

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Mackay City, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

Avis

1 location

Alamo

1 location

Sixt

1 location

Hertz

1 location

Budget

7.6
Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

6.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

Europcar

4.9
Mediocre
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

1.9

Thrifty

2.0
Poor
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Mackay City Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Mackay City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 August 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at Mackay City?

    Yes, renting a vehicle at Mackay City for a month is certainly possible.

Car rentals by fuel type in Mackay City

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Mackay City. Deals were last updated on 29 August 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Mackay City. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

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Hybrid

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