Cairns

Kia Hire in Cairns from $25

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Cairns with a pick-up date of 17/2 and drop-off date of 24/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Kia car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect Kia rental in Cairns. The average price data is based on the last 7 days and was last updated on 22 January 2026.

Most popular agency

Provider's pick

Popular Kia model

Carnival

Average price per day

$124

Cheapest price per day

$25

When is the cheapest time to hire a Kia in Cairns?

Find the cheapest period to hire a Kia in Cairns so you can save money on your upcoming trip. The monthly average prices are based on past data over the last year and was last updated on 22 January 2026.

January

$54

February

$37

March

$44

April

$75

May

$60

June

$63

July

$93

August

$75

September

$65

October

$60

November

$51

December

$90

February is the cheapest time of the year to hire a Kia in Cairns, according to our data. July tends to be the most expensive time of year to hire a Kia. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your Kia car hire, and what hire agency you book with.

Popular Kia models to hire in Cairns

Explore the most popular Kia models available for hire in Cairns and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from 8 car rental companies and was last updated on 22 January 2026.

There are 8 companies in Cairns that offer Kia hire cars. The Stonic is the cheapest Kia car model users can hire (cheapest price last found: $16/day). Compare prices for 7 models currently offered from Cairns hire providers.

Rio

Rio

Picanto

Picanto

Sportage

Sportage

Stonic

Stonic

Carnival

Carnival

K4

K4

Forte

Forte

Cheapest Kia hire deals in Cairns

Check out some of the most affordable deals on Kia hires in Cairns. Prices were updated on 22 January 2026.
These are the cheapest deals we’ve found for Kia hire cars in Cairns in the past 7 days. Use our Price Alert feature (click the bell icon below) to get the latest updates on great Kia deals.
Kia Picanto$25/day
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Kia Picanto
Kia Stonic$26/day
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Kia Stonic
Kia Forte$47/day
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Kia Forte

Compare available Kia models for hire in Cairns

Compare prices on various Kia models in Cairns and find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last year and was last updated on 22 January 2026.

Forte cars

$38 - $85

All Car Models

$41 - $96

To hire a Kia Forte in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of $87/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a Kia Forte in Cairns (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to hire the Kia Forte is December (~$126/day). In fact, February is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Kia Forte hire for a trip to Cairns. When compared to other Kia models available to hire in Cairns, renting a Forte saves you 14% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability based on your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Kia Forte hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a Kia Stonic in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of $71/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a Kia Stonic in Cairns (~$43/day), while the most expensive month to hire the Kia Stonic is July (~$129/day). In fact, February is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Kia Stonic hire for a trip to Cairns. When compared to other Kia models available to hire in Cairns, renting a Stonic saves you 31% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability based on your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Kia Stonic hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a Kia Picanto in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of $70/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a Kia Picanto in Cairns (~$37/day), while the most expensive month to hire the Kia Picanto is July (~$96/day). In fact, February is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Kia Picanto hire for a trip to Cairns. When compared to other Kia models available to hire in Cairns, renting a Picanto saves you 31% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability based on your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Kia Picanto hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a Kia Rio in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of $99/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a Kia Rio in Cairns (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to hire the Kia Rio is January (~$135/day). In fact, February is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Kia Rio hire for a trip to Cairns. When compared to other Kia models available to hire in Cairns, renting a Rio saves you 4% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability based on your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Kia Rio hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a Kia Sportage in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of $110/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a Kia Sportage in Cairns (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to hire the Kia Sportage is December (~$197/day). In fact, February is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Kia Sportage hire for a trip to Cairns. When compared to other Kia models available to hire in Cairns, renting a Sportage is 8% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability based on your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a Kia Carnival in Cairns, Australia, you would pay an average price of $172/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a Kia Carnival in Cairns (~$92/day), while the most expensive month to hire the Kia Carnival is July (~$271/day). In fact, March is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Kia Carnival hire for a trip to Cairns. When compared to other Kia models available to hire in Cairns, renting a Carnival is 41% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability based on your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Kia Forte$48/day
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Kia Forte
Kia Forte$52/day
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Kia Forte
Kia Forte$53/day
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Kia Forte

Kia hire agencies in Cairns

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cairns offering Kia hires.There are currently 8 different car hire companies in Cairns that have a Kia available to hire. Reviews for these hire agencies were last updated on 22 January 2026.
Hire a Kia from one of these top car hire agencies serving Cairns, such as Ace Rental Cars, Sixt and JUCY . Read user reviews and find contact information for each hire agency.

Ace Rental Cars

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.9
Very Good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.2

JUCY

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.0

Budget

8.7
Very Good
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

7.6

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
20 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.6

Hertz

7.1
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Thrifty

6.6
Okay
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.3

Europcar

6.5
Okay
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

6.0

Kia car hires FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about Kia hires in Cairns, including policies, hire requirements, and more.
  • What is the cheapest Kia to hire in Cairns?

    Looking to hire a Kia in Cairns? The Forte is an affordable choice, averaging around $54/day.

  • What rental agencies have a Kia available to hire in Cairns?

    You can find Kia hires in Cairns through 3 agencies, including Provider's pick, Budget, and Bargain Car Rentals.

  • What is the most popular Kia model to hire in Cairns?

    Considering a Kia hire in Cairns? Opt for the Carnival—our most popular choice, priced at an average of $162 per day. It's preferred by 118% more users than other Kia models in Cairns.

  • How much does a Kia Carnival cost to hire in Cairns?

    It costs $162 per day on average to hire a Carnival in Cairns. The cheapest price our users have found for a Carnival in Cairns is $86 per day.

  • How much does a Kia cost to hire for a week in Cairns?

    On average, it costs $868 to hire a Kia in Cairns for 1 week.

  • Can I hire a Kia at Cairns Airport?

    There are Kia hires available at Cairns Airport from popular rental companies such as Budget. We recommend booking your Kia ahead of time for your stay in Cairns.

Tips on how to find a Kia in Cairns

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  • Using our search form above, use the drop-down menu to select either “Same drop-off” or “Different drop-off” location for your Kia hire in Cairns. Then select your, or your driver’s, age.
  • Next, search for and select your rental location if you don’t automatically see your intended location pre-filled in the form. If you selected “Different drop-off” you will also want to select your destination. Don’t worry, you can change all of this later if you need to!
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  • Finally, hit that search button and we’ll do the rest by providing you with great deals on Kia hires in Cairns for your trip.

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