Car Rental in Port Douglas

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Port Douglas, Australia
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Port Douglas Downtown
Standard SUV
Toyota RAV4 or similar
Toyota RAV4
  • 5
  • 4
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
SIXT
$39.10 per day
Port Douglas Downtown
Full-size Elite SUV
Toyota Kluger or similar
Toyota Kluger
  • 7
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
SIXT
$42.83 per day
Port Douglas Downtown
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla or similar
Toyota Corolla
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
SIXT
$60.61 per day
Port Douglas Downtown
Full-size SUV
Toyota Prado or similar
Toyota Prado
  • 5
  • 4
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
SIXT
$74.91 per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Port Douglas Downtown
Standard SUV
Mitsubishi Pajero or similar
Mitsubishi Pajero
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
SIXT
$74.91 per day
Port Douglas Downtown
Full-size Van
Kia Carnival or similar
Kia Carnival
  • 8
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
SIXT
$74.91 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 2:53 PM on 11/16/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information

Languages
English
Currency
AUD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+61
Average car rental price
$61 per day
Average car rental length
2 days
Speed limit within town
50 km/h or 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
100 - 130 km/h or 62 - 81 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
$1.11 per liter or $4.21 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.10 per liter or $4.16 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.16 per liter or $4.40 per gallon

Top 20 cities near Port Douglas

  1. Cairns from $29.97 per day
    54.3 km / 33.7 miles away
  2. Townsville from $43.24 per day
    337.4 km / 209.7 miles away
  3. Proserpine from $81.35 per day
    551.5 km / 342.7 miles away
  4. Mackay from $46.16 per day
    651.4 km / 404.8 miles away
  5. Moranbah from $22.28 per day
    677.8 km / 421.2 miles away
  6. Emerald from $41.69 per day
    837 km / 520.1 miles away
  7. Rockhampton from $30.18 per day
    928.3 km / 576.8 miles away
  8. Gladstone from $44.76 per day
    1,017.2 km / 632.1 miles away
  9. Bundaberg from $40.63 per day
    1,174.8 km / 730 miles away
  10. Hervey Bay from $49.03 per day
    1,247.6 km / 775.2 miles away
  11. Noosa Heads from $76.84 per day
    1,355 km / 842 miles away
  12. Marcoola from $24.13 per day
    1,373.2 km / 853.3 miles away
  13. Toowoomba from $24.61 per day
    1,400 km / 869.9 miles away
  14. North Lakes from $37.67 per day
    1,425.9 km / 886 miles away
  15. Brisbane from $23.15 per day
    1,445.4 km / 898.1 miles away
  16. Ipswich from $43.81 per day
    1,448.5 km / 900.1 miles away
  17. Alice Springs from $69.99 per day
    1,454.8 km / 904 miles away
  18. Moree from $36.76 per day
    1,512.1 km / 939.6 miles away
  19. Surfers Paradise from $19.87 per day
    1,519.6 km / 944.2 miles away
  20. Gold Coast from $20.42 per day
    1,538.5 km / 956 miles away

Top 20 locations near Port Douglas

  1. Cairns Airport from $29.97 per day
    54.3 km / 33.7 miles away
  2. Townsville Airport from $43.24 per day
    337.4 km / 209.7 miles away
  3. Whitsunday Coast Airport from $81.35 per day
    551.5 km / 342.7 miles away
  4. Mackay Airport from $46.57 per day
    651.4 km / 404.8 miles away
  5. Emerald Airport from $41.69 per day
    837 km / 520.1 miles away
  6. Rockhampton Airport from $30.18 per day
    928.3 km / 576.8 miles away
  7. Gladstone Airport from $44.76 per day
    1,017.2 km / 632.1 miles away
  8. Bundaberg Downtown from $40.63 per day
    1,174.8 km / 730 miles away
  9. Bundaberg Airport from $55.28 per day
    1,176.2 km / 730.9 miles away
  10. Hervey Bay Downtown from $49.03 per day
    1,237.5 km / 768.9 miles away
  11. Hervey Bay Airport from $55.28 per day
    1,247.6 km / 775.2 miles away
  12. Sunshine Coast Airport from $24.13 per day
    1,373.2 km / 853.3 miles away
  13. Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport from $24.61 per day
    1,397.3 km / 868.2 miles away
  14. Brisbane Airport from $23.15 per day
    1,445.4 km / 898.1 miles away
  15. Brisbane Ascot from $79.84 per day
    1,447 km / 899.1 miles away
  16. Brisbane Fortitude Valley from $49.94 per day
    1,447.6 km / 899.5 miles away
  17. Downtown from $42.75 per day
    1,447.7 km / 899.6 miles away
  18. Brisbane Tingalpa from $44.92 per day
    1,452.2 km / 902.4 miles away
  19. Alice Springs Airport from $69.99 per day
    1,454.8 km / 904 miles away
  20. Brisbane Rocklea from $39.99 per day
    1,454.9 km / 904 miles away

Map of Car Rental Locations

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Port Douglas?

Car rental prices in Port Douglas vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Average rental costs per day in Port Douglas
January
February
March
$88.83
April
$54.37
May
June
July
August
September
$83.19
October
November
December
The cheapest month to rent a car in Port Douglas is May (when prices average $54.37 per day). This is 28% cheaper than the yearly average and 39% cheaper than renting in April (when prices average $88.83).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

What’s the usual rental length in Port Douglas?

How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in May, the average renter keeps their car for 3 days, and in April, they keep their car for 2 days.
Average number of rental days in Port Douglas
January
February
March
2
April
3
May
June
July
August
September
2
October
November
December

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Port Douglas?

Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Port Douglas is April, and the least popular is April.
Monthly searches in Port Douglas by pick-up date relative to the average
January
February
March
100%
April
100%
May
June
July
August
September
100%
October
November
December

Car rental information

Car rental locations 1
Popular suppliers SIXT
Popular car categories SUVs, Large cars
Lowest price $39 per day
Cheapest supplier SIXT

Most popular car models of rental suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
SIXT Toyota RAV4 5 2 SUVs
SIXT Toyota Corolla 5 2 Large cars
SIXT Toyota Prado 5 4 SUVs

FAQ

Do I need an International Driving Permit (IDP)?
If your driver's license is in English or another language using the Latin alphabet, you're unlikely to need an IDP. If your driver's license is in a language that uses another script (e.g., Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, etc.), then you'll need an IDP.
Are there any toll roads around Port Douglas?
No, there aren't any toll roads in or near Port Douglas. If you plan to travel further to Brisbane, be sure to ask about a toll transponder.
How old do I have to be to rent a car in Port Douglas?
You have to be at least 21 years old to rent in Port Douglas. If you're under 25, you're likely going to be charged an additional young driver fee.
Can I rent a car in Port Douglas and drop it off somewhere else?
One-way rentals from Port Douglas may be possible. Be sure to enter your preferred drop-off location when searching to see the available options and total costs.

Car Rental Statistics

Total rental companies
2
Average daily price
$61.21
Lowest daily price
$39.10
Total cars available
12

Top 2 suppliers in Port Douglas in 2024

SIXT
SIXT
Very good 8.2 / 0 reviews
1 location
$39 - $90
Thrifty
Thrifty
Very good 8.2 / 0 reviews
1 location
$39 - $90

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