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Finding a hire car at Mackay Airport (MKY) is easy

Mackay Airport

Situated in the city of Mackay in Queensland, Mackay Airport (MKY) offers flights to key destinations in Australia including Sydney, Cairns, Melbourne, Townsville, Gladstone, Brisbane, and Rockhampton. The airport is located in South Mackay, under four kilometres from the centre of Mackay. To find the lowest rates available on car hire in the area, compare and secure your vehicle with VroomVroomVroom.

Upcoming car rental rates at Mackay Airport*

Intermediate SUV
Intermediate SUV

Starts at AUD $74/day
From December 06, 2023 to December 09, 2023
Economy Car
Economy Car

Starts at AUD $87/day
From December 09, 2023 to December 12, 2023
Compact Car
Compact Car

Starts at AUD $90/day
From December 09, 2023 to December 12, 2023
Passenger Van
Passenger Van

Starts at AUD $139/day
From December 06, 2023 to December 09, 2023

*Rates last updated on December 05, 2023 Rental rate prices displayed were available in response to a search at 5:52 pm 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 Mackay Airport

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

Avis Mackay Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - fri
    07:30 - 20:45
  • saturday
    07:30 - 19:45
  • sunday
    08:00 - 21:45
Budget Mackay Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - fri
    07:30 - 20:45
  • saturday
    07:30 - 19:45
  • sunday
    08:00 - 21:45
Hertz Mackay Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - fri
    07:00 - 21:30
  • saturday
    09:00 - 17:30
  • sunday
    09:00 - 21:30
Sixt Mackay Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - fri
    08:00 - 18:00
  • sat - sun
    Closed
Thrifty Mackay Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - fri
    07:00 - 21:30
  • saturday
    09:00 - 17:30
  • sunday
    09:00 - 21:30

Picking up a rental car at Mackay Airport

An extensive range of car hire options are available at Mackay Airport. See below for clear instructions on how to find Mackay Airport’s car hire desks and where to pick up your rental car.

Mackay Airport orientation: Terminals

Mackay Airport has a single terminal that handles a few domestic routes, primarily to Brisbane. Bonza, Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia all have flights using the airport.

Domestic Terminal

Where are the on-airport hire car desks?

The on-airport hire car desks are located in the terminal near the baggage claim carousel.

Where are the on-airport hire cars parked?

The on-airport hire cars at Mackay Airport are parked outside the terminal in 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.

Dropping off a hire car at Mackay Airport

Domestic Terminal

Returning an on-airport hire car

You will need to return your on-airport hire car at the same location as pick up.

The information in this section was last reviewed on June 28, 2023.


Frequently asked questions for Mackay Airport car hire

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

Prices start at AUD $63 per day for a Compact SUV, up to AUD $264 per day for a Fullsize Car. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Mackay Airport.

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

If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs AUD $110 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car at Mackay Airport.

How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Mackay 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 $139 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Mackay Airport.

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

The highest-rated rental car at Mackay Airport is Hyundai Accent or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

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

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

Where can I refuel my rental vehicle before dropping it off at Mackay Airport?

The Caltex at Connors Road is just five minutes from the airport and is open 24 hours. It may be the most convenient petrol station for refuelling before returning your rental car at Mackay Airport. If you wish to find the cheapest fuel near Mackay Airport, you may also check out our Vroom Fuel Price compare app.

Quick facts on hiring a car at Mackay Airport

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, SUV, Sport and Ute.
🔑 No. of depotsFive car rental depots at Mackay Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

What our customers say

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