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Cheap Car Hire in Surfers Paradise from $38
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 Surfers Paradise with a pick-up date of 25/9 and drop-off date of 22/10. 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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Surfers Paradise car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Surfers Paradise. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 August 2025.
Most popular company | TURO |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.60 |
Average price per day | $90 |
Cheapest price per day | $38 |
Popular car types in Surfers Paradise
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Surfers Paradise and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 18 August 2025.
At $38/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Surfers Paradise in the past week. Out of 20 car hire agencies operating in Surfers Paradise, there are, in total, 27 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:
Economy
$38+
Compact
$43+
Intermediate
$41+
Full-size
$93+
SUV
$62+
Full-size SUV
$95+
Mini
$38+
Pick-up truck
$95+
Compare car hire deals in Surfers Paradise by type
Here are the best Surfers Paradise small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Surfers Paradise medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Surfers Paradise large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Surfers Paradise SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Surfers Paradise pickup truck hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
MG 3$38/day
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Kia Picanto$38/day
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Kia Picanto$43/day
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Best car hire deals found in Surfers Paradise
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Surfers Paradise. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Surfers Paradise with an average daily rate of $66. Data was last updated on 18 August 2025.
MG 3$38/day
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Kia Picanto$38/day
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Kia Sportage$40/day
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Cheapflights insights for Surfers Paradise car hires
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?
To get the best deal on car hire in Surfers Paradise, book about 68 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $29, which is about 29% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Surfers Paradise?
Looking to hire a car in Surfers Paradise? OCR Car Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $26.34/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $35.53/day.
What is the best car rental company in Surfers Paradise?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Surfers Paradise is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). CarWiz (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Thrifty
10.0
CarWiz
10.0
Budget
8.7
East Coast Car Rentals
8.3
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 $46/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Surfers Paradise is July ($83/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
$65
February
$46
March
$51
April
$78
May
$49
June
$52
July
$83
August
$61
September
$69
October
$69
November
$60
December
$72
What car do most people hire in Surfers Paradise?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Surfers Paradise are the following: Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar), Premium cars (Mitsubishi Montero Sport or similar), and SUV cars (Toyota Highlander 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 car hire company in the area.
Top hire 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 18 August 2025.
Thrifty
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
CarWiz
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Budget
1 location
East Coast Car Rentals
3 locations
Hertz
3 locations
Europcar
1 location
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
1 location
Sunnycars
2 locations
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Surfers Paradise, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Surfers Paradise?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $90/day when booking a car hire in Surfers Paradise. The absolute best deal a user found was for $30/day from Turo, booked on Aug. 10.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Surfers Paradise for a week from OCR Car Rentals?
OCR Car Rentals is one of the top picks in Surfers Paradise. They can have you in a hire car for about $348 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Surfers Paradise?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Surfers Paradise however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Surfers Paradise for a month?
You can potentially save up to 66% on a month-long rental by booking with Turo. Turo is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Surfers Paradise can cost you on average $1,491 a month or $50 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.
How much is a car hire in Surfers Paradise for a weekend?
$93 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Surfers Paradise, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Surfers Paradise, then opt for a Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of September, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $74/day.
Car hires by fuel type in Surfers Paradise
Browse car hires by fuel type in Surfers Paradise. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Surfers Paradise. Deals were last updated on 18 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Surfers Paradise. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($21+).
Electric
$33+
Hybrid
$32+
Petrol/Diesel
$21+