Cheap Car Hire in Great Barrier Reef from $36
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 Great Barrier Reef with a pick-up date of 1/8 and drop-off date of 31/8. 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.
Popular car types in Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Great Barrier Reef and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Great Barrier Reef this past week from 60 hire locations out of 30 hire agencies. Prices for a Great Barrier Reef small car hire start from $36/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
$40+
Compact
$36+
Intermediate
$41+
Standard
$60+
Full-size
$64+
SUV
$59+
People mover
$93+
Full-size SUV
$61+
Mini
$38+
Passenger van
$90+
Pick-up truck
$84+
Premium SUV
$109+
Supplier choice
$41+
Compact SUV
$43+
Intermediate SUV
$48+
Standard SUV
$53+
Luxury SUV
$58+
Commercial
$103+
Supplier choice SUV
$166+
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Best car hire deals found in Great Barrier Reef
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Great Barrier Reef. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Great Barrier Reef with an average daily rate of $63. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Cheapflights insights for Great Barrier Reef car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Great Barrier Reef, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Great Barrier Reef?
To get the best deal on car hire in Great Barrier Reef, book about 22 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $70, which is about 28% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Great Barrier Reef?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Great Barrier Reef is Alamo (rated 9.0/10 with 36 reviews). Firefly (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Great Barrier Reef?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Great Barrier Reef is March, when you can expect to pay $74/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Great Barrier Reef is July ($95/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
$75
February
$79
March
$74
April
$86
May
$83
June
$88
July
$95
August
$88
September
$90
October
$88
November
$78
December
$86
What car do most people hire in Great Barrier Reef?
Compact cars (Toyota Corolla, for example) are the most popular in Great Barrier Reef. Economy (Mazda CX-3) and Intermediate (Kia Forte) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Great Barrier Reef.
Top hire agencies in Great Barrier Reef
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Great Barrier Reef known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Great Barrier Reef. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Great Barrier Reef, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Great Barrier Reef?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $58/day when booking a car hire in Great Barrier Reef. The absolute best deal a user found was for $35/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Jun. 8.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Great Barrier Reef for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?
Bargain Car Rentals offers hire cars in Great Barrier Reef for about $424 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Great Barrier Reef?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Great Barrier Reef for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Great Barrier Reef for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Great Barrier Reef can be found for about $1,817, with the average price for a rental being around $61 a day. Book with Bargain Car Rentals, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 52% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Great Barrier Reef.