The easiest way to book hire cars in Coolangatta
Great value rental cars from Coolangatta’s most trusted car hire providers
Car rental rates in Coolangatta
A seaside district closeby to Gold Coast Airport (OOL), Coolangatta overlooks Kirra Beach and is a popular spot for both holidaymakers and people looking for a beach weekend away from Brisbane.
Hit the road running by making your next hire car a rental car from Coolangatta. VroomVroomVroom can show you the best rates available, and make sure the vehicle is ready and waiting for you when you arrive.
Economy Car
Mg3 Core or similar
View offerTravel 01 Nov - 06 Nov 2026
from AUD $37/day
Intermediate Car
Kia Cerato or similar
View offerTravel 01 Nov - 06 Nov 2026
from AUD $37/day
Fullsize Car
Mg Zs Excite or similar
View offerTravel 01 Nov - 06 Nov 2026
from AUD $41/day
Compact Car
Hyundai I30 or similar
View offerTravel 01 Nov - 06 Nov 2026
from AUD $41/day
Compact SUV
Hyundai Venue or similar
View offerTravel 01 Nov - 06 Nov 2026
from AUD $41/day
Intermediate Elite Car
Mg Hs or similar
View offerTravel 01 Nov - 06 Nov 2026
from AUD $47/day
Standard SUV
Standard SUV
View offerTravel 01 Nov - 06 Nov 2026
from AUD $50/day
Standard Car
Standard Sedan
View offerTravel 02 Nov - 05 Nov 2026
from AUD $51/day
Intermediate Ute (single/extended cab)
Toyota Hilux or similar
View offerTravel 29 Oct - 01 Nov 2026
from AUD $52/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on October 27, 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.
All rates are in AUD, include mandatory fees, and were last updated on 27 October, 2026. Use the search tool for a live quote.
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 24 Aug 2026simon r.Booked: Mitsubishi Triton Dual Cab with Tonneau Cover (or similar)Gold Coast Airport
- 28 Jul 2026rhys g.Booked: Compact AutomaticGold Coast Airport
- 11 Jul 2026timothy l.Booked: Compact SUVGold Coast Airport
- 13 Aug 2026dan d.Booked: Kia Cerato or similarHobart Airport
- 17 Oct 2026antoine d.Booked: Standard Sedan HybridBrisbane Airport
- 15 Sep 2026paul r.Booked: Standard SUVCairns Airport
- 11 Sep 2026suzanne r.Booked: Toyota Kluger or similarMount Isa Airport
- 23 Jul 2026paul t.Booked: Toyota Hilux Dual Cab Tray (or similar)Melbourne Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Coolangatta
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Seven car rental depots in Coolangatta. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Alpha Car Hire, Avis, Bargain Car Rentals, Budget, Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Coolangatta
Popular rental car models in Coolangatta last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
35%
$33$121
Compact SUVCompact SUV
5
4
2 large, 2 small
Rent withBargain Car Rentals
2
29%
$33$75
Luxury Standard SUVPremium SUV
5
4
2 large, 2 small
Rent withBargain Car Rentals
3
21%
$28$117
Compact AutomaticCompact Car
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withBargain Car Rentals
4
4%
$70$192
8 Seat VanFullsize Passenger Van
8
4
5 small
Rent withBargain Car Rentals
5
3%
$61$146
Large SUVFullsize SUV
7
4
2 large, 3 small
Rent withBargain Car Rentals
Audi vehicles for hire in Coolangatta
Audi Q3 35 TFSI Sportback
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
AUDI Q5 INC. GPS
5
4
3 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia vehicles for hire in Coolangatta
Kia Carnival
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access
5
3
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty
Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access 6 passengers
6
3
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Cerato
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Thrifty, Hertz, Budget
Kia Stonic
5
5
3 small
ProvidersBudget
Land Rover vehicles for hire in Coolangatta
Land Rover Defender
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
LDV vehicles for hire in Coolangatta
LDV Deliver 9 Automatic (or similar)
12
4
10 large, 3 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Mazda vehicles for hire in Coolangatta
Mazda CX-3
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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 Coolangatta
Mitsubishi Triton Dual Cab with Tonneau Cover (or similar)
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Coolangatta
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Coolangatta
12 Seat Toyota HiAce
12
3
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota CH-R
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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 Hilux Dual Cab Tray (or similar)
2
4
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD
2
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger
7
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Showing 10 of 14 vehicles
Other vehicles for hire in Coolangatta
19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift
3
2
ProvidersThrifty
2WD Dual Cab Diesel Tray
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
6 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
8 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
8 Seat Van
8
4
5 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Compact Automatic
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Compact SUV
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Dual Cab 4WD
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Dual Cab 4WD Lid/Canopy
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Large SUV
7
4
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Luxury Standard SUV
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mystery Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Standard
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Standard HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Standard SUV
5
4
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Showing 10 of 16 vehicles
“Or similar” refers to how our rental providers classify cars. Please be advised they cannot guarantee that a specific car model will be available. Partners categorise similar models into “vehicle groups” and confirm availability on this basis. Our team are available to contact the depot on your behalf where you are picking up your vehicle to enquire what models are available under the vehicle group you booked. Please contact customer support for further information.
Vehicle models are subject to provider availability
Coolangatta daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$47
$124
28 Oct
$47
$124
29 Oct
$52
$124
30 Oct
$43
$124
31 Oct
$41
$124
01 Nov
$37
$124
02 Nov
$38
$124
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$44
$132
28 Oct
$50
$132
29 Oct
$61
$132
30 Oct
$46
$132
31 Oct
$52
$132
01 Nov
$37
$132
02 Nov
$40
$132
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$49
$145
28 Oct
$121
$145
29 Oct
$121
$145
30 Oct
$46
$145
31 Oct
$44
$145
01 Nov
$41
$145
02 Nov
$44
$145
Price range over the past 12 months for a fullsize SUV
Price range over the past 12 months for a standard SUV
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$56
$164
28 Oct
$115
$164
29 Oct
$115
$164
30 Oct
$47
$227
31 Oct
$46
$164
01 Nov
$41
$164
02 Nov
$44
$164
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$136
$236
28 Oct
$136
$236
29 Oct
$131
$236
30 Oct
$131
$236
31 Oct
$131
$236
01 Nov
$131
$236
02 Nov
$131
$236
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$88
$218
28 Oct
$96
$218
29 Oct
$131
$218
30 Oct
$89
$218
31 Oct
$80
$218
01 Nov
$50
$218
02 Nov
$52
$218
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
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
28 Oct
$189
$198
29 Oct
$189
$198
30 Oct
$189
$198
31 Oct
$189
$198
01 Nov
$189
$198
02 Nov
$189
$198
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$123
$123
28 Oct
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
29 Oct
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
30 Oct
$117
$179
31 Oct
$108
$108
01 Nov
$97
$103
02 Nov
$103
$103
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
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
28 Oct
$120
$120
29 Oct
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
30 Oct
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
31 Oct
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
01 Nov
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
02 Nov
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
27 Oct
$62
$231
28 Oct
$62
$62
29 Oct
$63
$63
30 Oct
$133
$135
31 Oct
$135
$135
01 Nov
$57
$245
02 Nov
$58
$234
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
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
28 Oct
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
29 Oct
$115
$120
30 Oct
$115
$120
31 Oct
$115
$120
01 Nov
$115
$120
02 Nov
$115
$120
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$85
$87
28 Oct
$85
$85
29 Oct
$85
$85
30 Oct
$87
$88
31 Oct
$89
$89
01 Nov
$88
$90
02 Nov
$89
$89
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
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
28 Oct
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
29 Oct
$139
$145
30 Oct
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
31 Oct
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
01 Nov
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
02 Nov
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
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 27 October, 2026
Gold Coast Airport car hire
Are you flying into Coolangatta?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Gold Coast Airport (OOL).
Regional airports near Coolangatta
Car rental depots in Coolangatta
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Alpha Car Hire Gold Coast Airport
N/A19B Ourimbah Road
Mon–Sun 07:00–19:00
Avis South Tweed Heads
N/A69 Minjungbal Drive
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:30, w/e 07:30–12:00
Bargain Car Rentals Gold Coast Airport
4.4 (29)Unit 2 57-61 Ourimbah Road
Mon–Sun 07:00–21:00Excellent friendly pickup/dropoff experience (Kristin G. · Sep 2026)
Budget Car Rental South Tweed Heads
N/A69a Minjungbal Dr (Metro)
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:30, w/e 07:30–12:00
Dollar Car Rental Tweed Heads
N/A111 Wharf St
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–14:00
Hertz Tweed Heads Downtown
N/A111 Wharf St
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–14:00
Thrifty Car Rental Tweed Heads
N/A111 Wharf St
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–14:00
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Coolangatta
How much does it cost to hire a car in Coolangatta?
For a 3-day rental with pickup between 28 October and 3 November 2026, prices range from AUD $37 per day for an Economy car to AUD $131 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Coolangatta.
What is the cheapest car rental in Coolangatta?
The cheapest car rental in Coolangatta is an Economy car from AUD $37 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 28 October and 3 November 2026. 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 Coolangatta?
Booking your hire car in Coolangatta 28 days beforehand can save you over 8 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Coolangatta?
A minivan hired in Coolangatta starts from AUD $103 per day before any added extras, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 28 October and 3 November 2026. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental in Coolangatta.
What is the best car rental company in Coolangatta?
Bargain Car Rentals is our highest-rated car hire provider in Coolangatta, scoring an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Coolangatta?
Alpha Car Hire is the cheapest car rental company in Coolangatta, with rates from AUD $37 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 28 October and 3 November 2026. 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 Coolangatta?
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 Coolangatta 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.
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