Cheapflights insights for Townsville car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Townsville, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Townsville?
To get the best deal on car hire in Townsville, book about 71 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 165, which is about 227% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Townsville?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Townsville is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Townsville?
Planning to hire a car in Townsville? January is the cheapest month, costing about AED 125 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 242. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
AED 125
February
AED 140
March
AED 169
April
AED 217
May
AED 184
June
AED 187
July
AED 242
August
AED 217
September
AED 202
October
AED 180
November
AED 176
December
AED 187
Which car hire company has the most locations in Townsville?
Sunnycars has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Thrifty has the second-highest number of locations in Townsville at 3.
Top rental agencies in Townsville
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Townsville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Townsville. Reviews were last updated on 15 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Townsville, including Thrifty, Budget and Europcar in Townsville. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Townsville, including Thrifty, Budget and Europcar.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Townsville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Townsville?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Townsville however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.