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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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Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 07 May - 12 May 2026
from AUD $88/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 07 May - 12 May 2026
from AUD $89/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 07 May - 12 May 2026
from AUD $91/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 07 May - 12 May 2026
from AUD $94/day
Economy SUV
View offerTravel 07 May - 12 May 2026
from AUD $95/day
Special
View offerTravel 07 May - 12 May 2026
from AUD $96/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 07 May - 12 May 2026
from AUD $109/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 07 May - 12 May 2026
from AUD $109/day
Fullsize Car
View offerTravel 07 May - 12 May 2026
from AUD $114/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on May 04, 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 04 May, 2026
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- 04 Jan 2026chris b.Booked: Compact SUVCairns Airport
- 04 Apr 2026garang a.Booked: 12 Seat Toyota HiAce or similarPenrith Downtown
- 21 Mar 2026marcia h.Booked: Mystery Car or similarAdelaide Airport
- 23 Apr 2026dan d.Booked: Kia Cerato or similarLaunceston Airport
- 27 Apr 2026robert s.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarBrisbane Airport
- 27 Mar 2026eden g.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarMaroochydore Airport
- 09 Apr 2026timothy w.Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similarMelbourne Downtown
- 27 Apr 2026jennifer c.Booked: Toyota Yaris Cross or similarRockhampton 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
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
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget
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 Camry
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Budget
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
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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 04 May, 2026
Emerald Airport daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
04 May
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
05 May
$115
$131
06 May
$115
$131
07 May
$89
$131
08 May
$100
$120
09 May
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
10 May
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
04 May
$110
$131
05 May
$110
$131
06 May
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
07 May
$88
$131
08 May
$110
$131
09 May
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
10 May
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
04 May
$113
$133
05 May
$113
$169
06 May
$154
$169
07 May
$94
$169
08 May
$113
$133
09 May
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
10 May
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
04 May
$115
$133
05 May
$115
$157
06 May
$124
$157
07 May
$95
$157
08 May
$108
$133
09 May
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
10 May
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
04 May
$127
$153
05 May
$127
$210
06 May
$168
$210
07 May
$109
$210
08 May
$127
$170
09 May
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
10 May
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
04 May
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
05 May
$223
$246
06 May
$223
$246
07 May
$150
$246
08 May
$161
$187
09 May
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
10 May
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
04 May
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
05 May
$205
$280
06 May
$205
$280
07 May
$138
$280
08 May
$156
$213
09 May
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
10 May
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
04 May
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
05 May
$201
$239
06 May
$201
$239
07 May
$135
$239
08 May
$153
$239
09 May
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
10 May
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 04 May, 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 $88 per day for an Intermediate 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.
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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