The easiest way to book a car hire at Emerald Airport (EMD)
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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.
Let VroomVroomVroom make searching, comparing and booking an affordable hire car for pick up at Emerald Airport easy. With our easy to use search function you can search for and book your hire car in as little as two minutes.
Compact Car
View offerTravel 23 Oct - 28 Oct 2025
from AUD $84/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 23 Oct - 28 Oct 2025
from AUD $88/day
Special
View offerTravel 23 Oct - 28 Oct 2025
from AUD $94/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 23 Oct - 28 Oct 2025
from AUD $94/day
Fullsize Car
View offerTravel 23 Oct - 28 Oct 2025
from AUD $98/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 23 Oct - 28 Oct 2025
from AUD $102/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 23 Oct - 28 Oct 2025
from AUD $109/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 24 Oct - 27 Oct 2025
from AUD $129/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 23 Oct - 28 Oct 2025
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 October 18, 2025 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 18 October, 2025
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 09 Sep 2025sri t.Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similarEmerald Airport
- 20 Jun 2025sri t.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarEmerald Airport
- 22 Jun 2025john m.Booked: Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross or similarMackay Airport
- 12 Jul 2025james h.Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similarMelbourne Downtown
- 15 Oct 2025brenton b.Booked: Kia Picanto or similarAdelaide
- 14 Jul 2025roger d.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarCairns
- 18 Aug 2025lavenia t.Booked: MG 3 or similarTownsville Airport
- 13 Jul 2025suzana b.Booked: Mazda CX-3 or similarGold Coast Surfers Paradise
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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
Popular rental car models at Emerald Airport last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
17%
$95$95Toyota CorollaCompact Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withThrifty
2
17%
$113$113Kia CeratoStandard Car
5
4
1 small
Rent withBudget
3
17%
$127$127Kia SportageIntermediate SUV
5
5
2 small
Rent withBudget
4
17%
$89$89Toyota CamryFullsize Car
5
4
2 small
Rent withBudget
5
17%
$98$98
Toyota Landcruiser PradoPremium SUV
7
4
3 large, 2 small
Rent withThrifty
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 CX-9
7
4
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
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Hertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Hertz
Toyota Corolla
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Avis
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
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
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 18 October, 2025
Emerald Airport daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 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
19 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
20 Oct
$116
$116
$129
$129
21 Oct
$116
$116
$129
$129
22 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
23 Oct
$84
$84
$94
$94
24 Oct
$89
$89
$104
$104
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 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
19 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
20 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
21 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
22 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
23 Oct
$88
$88
$131
$131
24 Oct
$110
$110
$131
$131
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 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
19 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
20 Oct
$127
$127
$165
$165
21 Oct
$127
$127
$165
$165
22 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
23 Oct
$94
$94
$148
$148
24 Oct
$113
$113
$157
$157
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 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
19 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
20 Oct
$115
$115
$145
$145
21 Oct
$115
$115
$145
$145
22 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
23 Oct
$102
$102
$133
$133
24 Oct
$115
$115
$133
$133
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 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
19 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
20 Oct
$127
$127
$205
$205
21 Oct
$127
$127
$205
$205
22 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
23 Oct
$109
$109
$153
$153
24 Oct
$114
$114
$156
$156
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 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
19 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
20 Oct
$161
$161
$206
$206
21 Oct
$161
$161
$206
$206
22 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
23 Oct
$129
$129
$165
$165
24 Oct
$143
$143
$186
$186
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 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
19 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
20 Oct
$172
$172
$235
$235
21 Oct
$172
$172
$235
$235
22 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
23 Oct
$131
$131
$187
$187
24 Oct
$131
$131
$189
$189
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 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
19 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
20 Oct
$169
$169
$239
$239
21 Oct
$169
$169
$239
$239
22 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
23 Oct
$129
$129
$212
$212
24 Oct
$129
$129
$239
$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 18 October, 2025
Car rental depots at Emerald Airport
Car hire depots at Emerald Airport are marked on the map below.
Avis Emerald Airport
On airport • Emerald Airport Terminal
Today • Closed
Today •Closed
Budget Emerald Airport
On airport • Emerald Airport Terminal
Today • Closed
Today •Closed
Hertz Emerald Airport
On airport • Emerald Airport Terminal
Today • Closed
Today •Closed
Thrifty Emerald Airport
On airport • Emerald Airport Terminal
Today • Closed
Today •Closed
5.00 • 1 rating
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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 $84 per day for a Compact Car, up to AUD $165 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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