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Secure a reliable hire car at Brisbane Airport (BNE)

Brisbane Airport

Comparing prices on hire cars at Brisbane Airport is fast and easy with VroomVroomVroom. We’ll crunch the numbers for you, bringing you the best rates to save you time and money the next time you visit.

Quick facts on hiring a car at Brisbane Airport

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, SUV, Sport, Ute and Wagon/Estate.
🔑 No. of depotsTen car rental depots at Brisbane Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAlamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, East Coast, Enterprise, Everything Fleet, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

Upcoming car rental rates at Brisbane Airport*

Economy Car
Economy Car

Starts at AUD $52/day
From December 11, 2023 to December 14, 2023
Compact Car
Compact Car

Starts at AUD $52/day
From December 11, 2023 to December 14, 2023
Intermediate SUV
Intermediate SUV

Starts at AUD $55/day
From December 10, 2023 to December 15, 2023
Passenger Van
Passenger Van

Starts at AUD $110/day
From December 08, 2023 to December 13, 2023

*Rates last updated on December 05, 2023 Rental rate prices displayed were available in response to a search at 7:01 am on December 05, 2023 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.

Car rental depots at Brisbane Airport

Please note that the depot hours below may change at any time without notice.

Alamo Brisbane Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - fri
    06:00 - 23:00
  • sat - sun
    07:00 - 23:00
Avis Brisbane Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - fri
    05:30 - 23:59
  • saturday
    05:30 - 22:00
  • sunday
    05:30 - 23:59
Budget Brisbane Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - fri
    05:30 - 23:59
  • saturday
    05:30 - 22:00
  • sunday
    05:30 - 23:59
Dollar Brisbane Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - sun
    06:00 - 24:00
East Coast Brisbane Airport * 504 Nudgee Rd
  • mon - fri
    07:00 - 22:00
  • saturday
    07:00 - 17:00
  • sunday
    07:00 - 19:00
Enterprise Brisbane Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - fri
    06:00 - 23:00
  • sat - sun
    07:00 - 23:00
Everything Fleet Brisbane Airport * 2/70 Lavarack Ave
  • mon - sun
    0700:undefined - 1800:undefined
Hertz Brisbane Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - sun
    06:00 - 00:00
Sixt Brisbane Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - fri
    06:00 - 23:00
  • saturday
    06:00 - 21:00
  • sunday
    06:00 - 23:00
Thrifty Brisbane Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - sun
    06:00 - 24:00
*East Coast and Everything Fleet are off-airport providers, meaning a complimentary shuttle bus will take you directly from the terminal to their site.

Picking up a rental car at Brisbane Airport

There are two terminals and ten on-site car rental brands to select from at Brisbane Airport. See below for clear instructions on how to find Brisbane Airport’s car hire desks and where to pick up your rental car in each terminal.

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Brisbane Airport orientation: Terminals

Brisbane only has one airport, but there are two terminals known as the International Terminal and the Domestic Terminal. The Domestic Terminal is referred to as Terminal D or T2 and the International Terminal as Terminal I or T1.

The terminals are four kilometres apart, and the travel time between the terminals is approximately ten minutes using the free transfer bus service.

All international arrivals and departures, use T1.

All domestic flights use T2.

Brisbane Airport orientation: Transfers

As the international and domestic terminals are separated by a runway, be sure to allow yourself sufficient time to transfer between the international (T1) and domestic (T2) terminals.

There is an airport shuttle bus and taxi services between the international (T1) and domestic (T2) terminals.

For transfers between international and domestic terminals, Brisbane Airport operates a complimentary Terminal Transfer Bus Service between the two terminals.

From the Domestic Terminal, look for the orange Terminal Transfer Bus stop outside towards the Qantas end of the terminal. The transfer bus arrives at Level 4 - Departures of the International Terminal.

From the International Terminal, the Terminal Transfer Bus departs from the bus stop located outside the International Terminal on Level 2. Follow the signs to the Domestic Transfer bus stop.

International Terminal 1 (T1)

Where are the on-airport hire car desks?

Once you’ve cleared Australian customs, look for your hire car company desk to finalise your rental agreement and collect the keys for your vehicle. The on-airport rental cars desks are located in the Arrivals Hall of the international terminal on Level 2, just behind Spoon Cafe.

Where are the on-airport hire cars parked?

The on-airport rental cars are located on the ground floor of the car park P1. From Level 2 (Arrivals Hall) at the northern end of the International Terminal, follow the signs down the ramp to the pick up area.

Don’t forget to pick up your keys from the hire car desk before heading to the car park!

What should I do if the car hire desk is unattended?

Hopefully the car rental company has left a sign with instructions or a contact number. In this situation, use the number they have provided and let them know that you have arrived or follow the directions out to the car park where a rental attendant will help you.

If there is no sign, check your booking confirmation email for a contact phone number. If you still have no luck finding assistance, contact us. Don’t be alarmed. It’s not unusual to see unmanned desks, and rest assured there’s usually someone who can help out in the car park where the rental cars are located.

Where are the off-airport hire cars?

If you booked with an off-airport provider, you’ll need to catch a shuttle to the car rental provider’s premises near the airport.

Domestic Terminal 2 (T2)

Where are the on-airport hire car desks?

You’ll find the car rental desks located on Level 1, near the baggage claim at both Virgin and Qantas ends of the Domestic Terminal. The desks are located opposite the luggage carousels. If these desks are unattended, proceed to the Level 1 of the multi-storey car park. To access the car park, you’ll need to cross the Skybridge and use the lifts located at the end to travel down to Level 1.

The Domestic Terminal car hire desks at Brisbane Airport.
The Domestic Terminal car hire desks at Brisbane Airport.

Where are the on-airport hire cars located?

You’ll find on airport hire cars are located on Level 1 of the multi-storey car park, adjacent to the P1 car park. To get to the multi-storey car park, you’ll need to cross the Skywalk and use the lifts located at the end of the walkway to travel down to Level 1 and proceed to the car park.

What should I do if the car hire desk is unattended?

Hopefully the car rental company has left a sign with instructions or a contact number. In this situation, use the number they have provided and let them know that you have arrived or follow the directions out to the car park where a rental attendant will help you.

If there is no sign, check your booking confirmation email for a contact phone number. If you still have no luck finding assistance, contact us. Don’t be alarmed. It’s not unusual to see unmanned desks, and rest assured there’s usually someone who can help out in the car park where the rental cars are located.

Where are the off-airport hire cars?

If you booked with an off-airport provider, you’ll need to catch a shuttle to the car rental provider’s premises near the airport.

Dropping off a hire car at Brisbane Airport

International Terminal (T1)

Returning an on-airport hire car

For International Returns, follow the signs to the International Terminal, then follow the “Rental Cars” lane markings.

For after hours returns, there will be a return slot where you will drop off the key. Park and lock the car, then place the keys in the drop box located in the returns area.

Returning an off-airport rental car

For Bargain Car Rental, return the vehicle to the depot located at 22 Serpentine Road Hendra. A courtesy shuttle service will take you directly to the designated drop-off point close to the Departure Terminal. The shuttle is only available during business hours and 20 minutes prior to closing. Please allow enough time to wait for the shuttle to arrive (approximately 20 min).

For East Coast, return the vehicle to the depot at 504 Nudgee Road, Hendra. A courtesy shuttle service will take you directly to the designated drop-off point close to the Departure Terminal.

Domestic Terminal (T2)

Return on-airport hire car

For domestic car hire returns, follow the signs to the Domestic Terminal, then follow the “Rental Cars” lane markings. Take the slip road on the right, into the P1 car park.

For after hours returns,there will be a return slot where you will drop off the key. Park and lock the car, then place the keys in the drop box located in the returns area.

Return off-airport hire car

For Bargain Car Rental, return the vehicle to the depot located at 22 Serpentine Road, Hendra. A courtesy shuttle service will take you directly to the designated drop-off point close to the Departure Terminal. The shuttle is only available during business hours and 20 minutes prior to closing. Please allow enough time to wait for the shuttle to arrive (approximately 20 min).

For East Coast, return the vehicle to the depot located 504 Nudgee Road, Hendra. A courtesy shuttle service will take you directly to the designated drop-off point close to the Departure Terminal.

The information on this section was last reviewed on May 26, 2023.


Frequently asked questions for Brisbane Airport car rental

How much does it cost to hire a car at Brisbane Airport?

Prices start at AUD $52 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $287 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Brisbane Airport.

How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car at Brisbane Airport?

If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs between AUD $55 and AUD $175 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car at Brisbane Airport.

How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Brisbane Airport?

If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs AUD $110 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Brisbane Airport.

What is the highest-rated hire car at Brisbane Airport?

The highest-rated rental car at Brisbane Airport is Nissan X-Trail or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

What is the highest-rated car hire provider at Brisbane Airport?

Hertz is the highest-rated car hire provider at Brisbane Airport, based on ratings by our customers.

Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Brisbane Airport?

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 at Brisbane Airport may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental so it’s best to compare a few different lengths of bookings first to see what day rates result.

Can I rent a car with a baby seat at Brisbane Airport?

Yes, most of our car rental partners have the option of adding baby and child seats to your car hire booking at Brisbane Airport.

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