Cheapflights insights for Surfers Paradise car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Surfers Paradise, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Surfers Paradise?
Book your rental car in Surfers Paradise 68 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $32/day on average when booked 68 days ahead, which saves you 25% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Surfers Paradise?
In Surfers Paradise, the most affordable car hire company right now is Europcar, offering prices from just $43.34/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is OCR Car Rentals, with rates starting at $47.58/day.
What is the best car rental company in Surfers Paradise?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Surfers Paradise is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). CarWiz (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Surfers Paradise?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Surfers Paradise is February, when you can expect to pay $50/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Surfers Paradise is July ($91/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$70
February
$50
March
$57
April
$86
May
$54
June
$57
July
$91
August
$67
September
$77
October
$76
November
$64
December
$79
What car do most people hire in Surfers Paradise?
Economy cars (Mazda CX-3 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Surfers Paradise. Intermediate cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Kia Carnival or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Surfers Paradise?
Both East Coast Car Rentals and Hertz have 3 locations in Surfers Paradise, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Surfers Paradise
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Surfers Paradise known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Surfers Paradise. Reviews were last updated on 13 September 2025.
Thrifty
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CarWiz
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East Coast Car Rentals
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Surfers Paradise, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Surfers Paradise for a week from Hertz?
From Hertz you can hire a car in Surfers Paradise from about $531 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Surfers Paradise?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Surfers Paradise it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
Car rentals by fuel type in Surfers Paradise
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Surfers Paradise. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Surfers Paradise. Deals were last updated on 13 September 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Surfers Paradise. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($28+).
Hybrid
$55+
Petrol/Diesel
$28+