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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 19 Jun - 22 Jun 2026
from AUD $100/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 19 Jun - 22 Jun 2026
from AUD $104/day
Economy SUV
View offerTravel 19 Jun - 22 Jun 2026
from AUD $108/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 19 Jun - 22 Jun 2026
from AUD $114/day
Special
View offerTravel 19 Jun - 22 Jun 2026
from AUD $115/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 19 Jun - 22 Jun 2026
from AUD $125/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 19 Jun - 22 Jun 2026
from AUD $127/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 19 Jun - 22 Jun 2026
from AUD $146/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 19 Jun - 22 Jun 2026
from AUD $153/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on June 17, 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 17 June, 2026
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- 14 May 2026ron h.Booked: Compact AutomaticBrisbane Airport
- 16 Mar 2026mark t.Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similarRichmond (VIC)
- 01 Jun 2026alvina l.Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similarTownsville Airport
- 16 Mar 2026stephen m.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarBrisbane Airport
- 31 Mar 2026sameer a.Booked: Mg Hs or similarMelbourne Airport
- 26 May 2026ruth g.Booked: Kia Cerato, Hyundai I30 or similarMascot / Sydney Airport
- 11 Apr 2026philip m.Booked: Mg 3 Core or similarMelbourne Airport
- 19 May 2026vickylee m.Booked: Toyota Prado or similarMelbourne Tullamarine Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Emerald Airport
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended 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
Popular rental car models at Emerald Airport last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
20%
$88$88
Kia CeratoIntermediate Car
5
5
2 small
Rent withBudget
2
20%
$421$421
Toyota CamryFullsize Car
5
4
2 large, 1 small
Rent withHertz
3
20%
$101$101
Toyota CH-RCompact SUV
5
5
3 small
Rent withAvis
4
20%
$249$249
Toyota Kluger HybridFullsize SUV
7
4
3 large, 2 small
Rent withHertz
5
20%
$156$156
Toyota Landcruiser PradoPremium SUV
7
4
3 large, 2 small
Rent withThrifty
Ford vehicles for hire at Emerald Airport
Ford Ranger
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia vehicles for hire at Emerald Airport
Kia Cerato
5
5
2 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
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
4
2 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 Landcruiser Single Cab
2
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mine Equipped Toyota Prado
5
4
4 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Premium 4WD - Toyota Landcruiser 200 Series
7
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota CamryHybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersBudget, Hertz, Avis
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Avis
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 16 vehicles
Other vehicles for hire at Emerald Airport
Dual Cab 4WD
5
4
ProvidersThrifty
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 17 June, 2026
Emerald Airport daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
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17 Jun
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18 Jun
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19 Jun
$100
$115
$100
$115
20 Jun
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21 Jun
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22 Jun
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23 Jun
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17 Jun
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Limited availability
18 Jun
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19 Jun
$125
$125
$125
$125
20 Jun
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21 Jun
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22 Jun
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23 Jun
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17 Jun
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Limited availability
18 Jun
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19 Jun
$108
$133
$108
$133
20 Jun
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Limited availability
21 Jun
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Limited availability
22 Jun
$115
$133
$115
$133
23 Jun
$115
$133
$115
$133
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17 Jun
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
18 Jun
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.
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19 Jun
$127
$170
$127
$170
20 Jun
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Limited availability
21 Jun
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Limited availability
22 Jun
$127
$153
$127
$153
23 Jun
$127
$153
$127
$153
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17 Jun
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Limited availability
18 Jun
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
19 Jun
$146
$187
$146
$187
20 Jun
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Limited availability
21 Jun
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Limited availability
22 Jun
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Limited availability
23 Jun
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Limited availability
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17 Jun
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Limited availability
18 Jun
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Limited availability
19 Jun
$156
$213
$156
$213
20 Jun
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Limited availability
21 Jun
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Limited availability
22 Jun
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Limited availability
23 Jun
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Limited availability
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17 Jun
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
18 Jun
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.
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19 Jun
$153
$239
$153
$239
20 Jun
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Limited availability
21 Jun
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Limited availability
22 Jun
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Limited availability
23 Jun
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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 17 June, 2026
Car rental depots at Emerald Airport
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Avis Emerald Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon 6:45 AM - 6:00 PM, Tue–Wed 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Thu–Fri 7:15 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat Closed, Sun 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM 11:15 AM - 11:45 AMTerminal Building (Remote), Queensland
Budget Emerald Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon 6:45 AM - 6:00 PM, Tue–Wed 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Thu–Fri 7:15 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat Closed, Sun 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM 11:15 AM - 11:45 AMTerminal Building, Queensland
Hertz Emerald Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun ClosedSpringsure Rd, Queensland
Thrifty Emerald Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Sun 9:00 AM - 6:00 PMSpringsure Road, 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 $100 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $187 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Emerald Airport.
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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