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Car rental rates at Emerald Airport, Queensland
Located in the Central Highlands of Queensland, Emerald Airport (EMD) is approximately a ten-minute drive from the town of Emerald which lies a three hour drive to the west of Rockhampton.
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Economy Car
View offerTravel 05 Feb - 08 Feb 2026
from AUD $86/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 05 Feb - 08 Feb 2026
from AUD $89/day
Economy SUV
View offerTravel 05 Feb - 08 Feb 2026
from AUD $93/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 04 Feb - 09 Feb 2026
from AUD $94/day
Special
View offerTravel 02 Feb - 07 Feb 2026
from AUD $104/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 04 Feb - 09 Feb 2026
from AUD $109/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 04 Feb - 09 Feb 2026
from AUD $109/day
Fullsize Car
View offerTravel 02 Feb - 07 Feb 2026
from AUD $115/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 05 Feb - 08 Feb 2026
from AUD $129/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on January 30, 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 30 January, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 28 Nov 2025jodie w.Booked: Compact AutomaticCairns Airport
- 05 Oct 2025jarrod k.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarSydney Airport
- 14 Dec 2025rodney h.Booked: Mazda CX5 or similarSunshine Coast Airport
- 02 Jan 2026greg c.Booked: Compact SUVAdelaide Airport
- 10 Dec 2025peter k.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarAdelaide Downtown
- 22 Oct 2025.Booked:
- 22 Dec 2025arishkumar p.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarNoble Park
- 29 Oct 2025yvonne m.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarPerth Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Emerald Airport
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Four car rental depots at Emerald Airport. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available at Emerald Airport
Ford vehicles for hire at Emerald Airport
Ford Ranger
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia vehicles for hire at Emerald Airport
Kia Cerato
5
4
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire at Emerald Airport
Mazda CX-3
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty
Mazda CX-30
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX5
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Emerald Airport
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Suzuki vehicles for hire at Emerald Airport
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire at Emerald Airport
Mine Equipped Toyota Landcruiser Dual Cab Tray
5
4
ProvidersHertz
Mine Equipped Toyota Prado
5
4
4 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Premium 4WD - Toyota Landcruiser 200 Series
7
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota C-HR
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Camry
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Budget
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Avis
Toyota Corolla
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Fortuner
5
5
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
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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Other vehicles for hire at Emerald Airport
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 30 January, 2026
Emerald Airport daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
30 Jan
$89
$104
31 Jan
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 Feb
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 Feb
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
03 Feb
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
04 Feb
$91
$120
05 Feb
$86
$130
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
30 Jan
$113
$133
31 Jan
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 Feb
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 Feb
$113
$159
03 Feb
$113
$159
04 Feb
$94
$168
05 Feb
$136
$168
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
30 Jan
$115
$133
31 Jan
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 Feb
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 Feb
$115
$133
03 Feb
$115
$133
04 Feb
$109
$133
05 Feb
$93
$139
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
30 Jan
$114
$158
31 Jan
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 Feb
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 Feb
$114
$209
03 Feb
$127
$209
04 Feb
$109
$209
05 Feb
$114
$209
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
30 Jan
$143
$207
31 Jan
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 Feb
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 Feb
$129
$230
03 Feb
$179
$230
04 Feb
$129
$230
05 Feb
$143
$230
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
30 Jan
$131
$189
31 Jan
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 Feb
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 Feb
$138
$262
03 Feb
$192
$262
04 Feb
$138
$262
05 Feb
$131
$262
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
30 Jan
$129
$239
31 Jan
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 Feb
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 Feb
$201
$239
03 Feb
$226
$239
04 Feb
$135
$239
05 Feb
$129
$239
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 30 January, 2026
Car rental depots at Emerald Airport
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Avis Emerald Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon 06:45–18:00, Tue 07:00–18:00, Wed 07:30–18:00, Thu–Fri 07:15–18:00, Sat Closed, Sun 11:15–11:45 16:00–18:30Terminal Building (Remote), Queensland
Budget Emerald Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon 06:45–18:00, Tue 07:00–18:00, Wed 07:30–18:00, Thu–Fri 07:15–18:00, Sat Closed, Sun 11:15–11:45 16:00–18:30Terminal Building, Queensland
Hertz Emerald Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 07:00–17:00, Sat–Sun ClosedSpringsure Rd, Queensland
Thrifty Emerald Airport
View details5.0 (1)Mon–Fri 07:00–17:00, Sat–Sun ClosedSpringsure Rd, Queensland
Nearby Emerald Airport
Organising to pick up your hire car from the airport is great for convenience, but can cost more. If you’re looking for a rental car depot that is close to — but not at — Emerald Airport, here’s a selection of hire car depots to choose from.
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car at Emerald Airport
How much does it cost to hire a car at Emerald Airport?
Prices start at AUD $86 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $230 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Emerald Airport.
What is the highest-rated hire car at Emerald Airport?
The highest-rated rental car at Emerald Airport is Toyota Landcruiser Prado or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider at Emerald Airport?
Thrifty is the highest-rated car hire provider at Emerald Airport, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Emerald 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 Emerald Airport 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.
Where do I return my rental car in Emerald Airport?
You can return the car rental to the same place you picked it up. At Emerald Airport, this is in the car park outside the terminal.
Where is the closest petrol station to Emerald Airport
The nearest petrol station where you can refuel your rental car is Puma Energy, which is located at 74 Roberts Street, Emerald. To find the cheapest fuel near you, make sure to use our Vroom Fuel Price Compare app.
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