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Airlie Beach is the perfect destination to enjoy the natural attractions of Queensland’s Whitsunday Coast. Getting on the road and exploring both Tropical North Queensland and the Whitsundays from Airlie Beach is easy with VroomVroomVroom. Our easy to use hire car search will let you search for and book the perfect car for your holidays in just a couple of minutes.
Economy Car
Suzuki Swift or similar
View offerTravel 09 Sep - 16 Sep 2026
from AUD $100/day
Compact Car
Toyota Corolla or similar
View offerTravel 09 Sep - 16 Sep 2026
from AUD $102/day
Intermediate Ute (single/extended cab)
2WD Single Cab Diesel Tray or similar
View offerTravel 11 Sep - 16 Sep 2026
from AUD $103/day
Intermediate Car
Kia Cerato or similar
View offerTravel 09 Sep - 16 Sep 2026
from AUD $107/day
Standard Car
Kia Cerato Sedan or similar
View offerTravel 09 Sep - 16 Sep 2026
from AUD $110/day
Special
Mystery Vehicle - Auto or similar
View offerTravel 09 Sep - 16 Sep 2026
from AUD $110/day
Economy SUV
Mazda CX-3 or similar
View offerTravel 09 Sep - 16 Sep 2026
from AUD $113/day
Compact SUV
Mazda CX-30 or similar
View offerTravel 09 Sep - 16 Sep 2026
from AUD $123/day
Intermediate SUV
Mazda CX5 or similar
View offerTravel 09 Sep - 14 Sep 2026
from AUD $139/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 06, 2026 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 06 September, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 10 Jul 2026brigitte s.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarAdelaide Airport
- 22 Jul 2026timothy w.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarMelbourne Downtown
- 17 Aug 2026sol w.Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similarMelbourne Airport
- 14 Aug 2026douglas m.Booked: Kia Cerato or similarGold Coast Airport
- 17 Aug 2026toru s.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarKununurra Airport
- 13 Aug 2026colette w.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarBrisbane Airport
- 02 Sep 2026grant w.Booked: MG Core 3 or similarPerth T1 or T2 Airport
- 30 Aug 2026oliver l.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarGlen Iris
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Airlie Beach
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Four car rental depots in Airlie Beach. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Airlie Beach
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Airlie Beach
Hyundai Staria
8
5
4 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia vehicles for hire in Airlie Beach
Kia Carnival
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Avis
Kia Cerato
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
5
3 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire in Airlie Beach
Mazda CX-3
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Mazda CX-30
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Airlie Beach
Mitsubishi Pajero
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersBudget
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Airlie Beach
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Budget
Toyota vehicles for hire in Airlie Beach
12 Seat Toyota HiAce
12
3
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mine Equipped Toyota Prado
5
4
4 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota CH-R
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Avis
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Fortuner
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger
7
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Prado
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Showing 10 of 13 vehicles
Other vehicles for hire in Airlie Beach
2WD Single Cab Diesel Tray
2
2
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
6 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
Dual Cab 4WD
5
4
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mystery Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
The price range indicates the AUD per-day rental rates from bookings made using our search engine, excluding any extras, in most cases. While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 06 September, 2026
Airlie Beach daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Sep
$102
$134
07 Sep
$110
$125
08 Sep
$110
$125
09 Sep
$100
$125
10 Sep
$110
$125
11 Sep
$105
$125
12 Sep
$110
$125
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Sep
$107
$128
07 Sep
$121
$128
08 Sep
$121
$128
09 Sep
$107
$128
10 Sep
$121
$128
11 Sep
$114
$128
12 Sep
$121
$128
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Sep
$110
$162
07 Sep
$123
$162
08 Sep
$123
$162
09 Sep
$110
$162
10 Sep
$123
$162
11 Sep
$117
$162
12 Sep
$123
$162
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Sep
$113
$159
07 Sep
$125
$159
08 Sep
$125
$159
09 Sep
$113
$159
10 Sep
$125
$159
11 Sep
$123
$159
12 Sep
$125
$159
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Sep
$139
$169
07 Sep
$145
$169
08 Sep
$145
$169
09 Sep
$139
$169
10 Sep
$145
$169
11 Sep
$139
$169
12 Sep
$145
$169
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Sep
$159
$185
07 Sep
$172
$185
08 Sep
$172
$185
09 Sep
$159
$185
10 Sep
$172
$185
11 Sep
$168
$185
12 Sep
$172
$185
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Sep
$155
$179
07 Sep
$169
$179
08 Sep
$169
$179
09 Sep
$155
$179
10 Sep
$169
$179
11 Sep
$162
$179
12 Sep
$169
$249
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Sep
$180
$195
07 Sep
$180
$195
08 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
09 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
10 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
11 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
12 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Sep
$222
$249
07 Sep
$239
$249
08 Sep
$239
$249
09 Sep
$222
$249
10 Sep
$239
$249
11 Sep
$233
$249
12 Sep
$239
$249
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
07 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
08 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
09 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
10 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
11 Sep
$103
$114
12 Sep
$109
$114
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Sep
$137
$159
07 Sep
$140
$159
08 Sep
$140
$159
09 Sep
$137
$159
10 Sep
$140
$159
11 Sep
$137
$159
12 Sep
$140
$159
Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.
Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.
Prices are in AUD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 06 September, 2026
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Local expert tips for hiring a car in Airlie Beach
Watch your speed
The speed limit in built-up areas is 50km/h and 60km/h or higher in suburbs and towns. Always drive to the signposted speed limit and conditions of the road.
Don’t miss out
Airlie Beach can be a popular destination to hire a car, so to avoid missing out, consider booking your vehicle in advance across the peak Summer season.
Parking
Get familiar with and observe street signage to understand the parking options in Airlie Beach.
Flexible one-way car rentals
Planning to get a one-way car rental for an interstate trip? You can book a hire car in Airlie Beach and return it to another location. Just untick the “Return to the same location” option in our search form and select your preferred return location.
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Car rental depots in Airlie Beach
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Airlie Beach
4.5 (4)366 Shute Harbour Rd Block B Shop 5
Mon–Fri 08:00–16:00, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun 09:00–12:00
Budget Airlie Beach Downtown
4.9 (4)366 Shute Harbour Rd
Mon–Fri 08:00–16:00, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun 09:00–12:00
Hertz Airlie Beach Downtown
N/A342 Shute Harbour Rd
Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun 09:00–12:00
Thrifty Airlie Beach
5.0 (4)342 Shute Harbour Rd
Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun 09:00–12:00
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Airlie Beach, Queensland
How much does it cost to hire a car in Airlie Beach?
For a rental period from 9 September to 16 September 2026, prices range from AUD $100 per day for an Economy Car to AUD $166 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Airlie Beach.
What is the cheapest car rental in Airlie Beach?
The cheapest car rental in Airlie Beach for the rental period from 9 September to 16 September 2026 is a Suzuki Swift or similar from Thrifty costing AUD $100 per day. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.
What is the best way to rent a cheap car in Airlie Beach?
Based on our data from over 21,000 rental car bookings in Airlie Beach over the last 12 months, booking your hire car 12 days beforehand can save you over 4 per cent.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Airlie Beach?
The price of a minivan hired in Airlie Beach from 7 September to 10 September 2026 ranges from AUD $180 to AUD $249 per day before any added extras. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental in Airlie Beach.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Airlie Beach?
The highest-rated rental car in Airlie Beach is Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the best car rental company in Airlie Beach?
Thrifty is our highest-rated car hire provider in Airlie Beach, scoring an average rating of 5 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Airlie Beach?
Thrifty is the cheapest car rental company in Airlie Beach, with rates from AUD $109 per day based on our rolling weekly search data. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Airlie Beach?
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available in Airlie Beach may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.
Can I pick up a car hire in Airlie Beach and drop off in another location?
Yes, you can. However there may be a one-way fee charged to your booking.
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