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Cheap Car Hire in Surfers Paradise

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Surfers Paradise?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Surfers Paradise and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 8 April 2025.

January

R815

February

R582

March

R621

April

R835

May

R718

June

R718

July

R1 009

August

R679

September

R835

October

R873

November

R757

December

R912

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Surfers Paradise is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Top rental agencies in Surfers Paradise

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Surfers Paradise known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Surfers Paradise. Reviews were last updated on 8 April 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Surfers Paradise, including Thrifty, CarWiz and Budget. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Thrifty

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

CarWiz

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Budget

1 location

East Coast Car Rentals

3 locations

Hertz

3 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

Sunnycars

2 locations

Abaa Car Rentals

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Surfers Paradise, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Surfers Paradise?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10,0 rating), CarWiz (10,0 rating) and Sixt (9,5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Surfers Paradise.

  • What are petrol prices like in Surfers Paradise?

    The average price of petrol in Surfers Paradise is R20,59/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R926 and R1 338 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Surfers Paradise for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 91% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 68 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Surfers Paradise.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Surfers Paradise?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Surfers Paradise for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Surfers Paradise?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Surfers Paradise is Intermediate (Kia Sportage) based on our Cheapflights data.

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