Van car rental in Cairns
Compare van hire in Cairns: groups, gear and luggage. Pick up at Cairns Airport, in the city centre or at a suburban depot, and see the total price before you book.
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Van rental in Cairns at a glance
Passenger vans such as the Toyota HiAce carry larger groups and their luggage, and cargo vans help with moves and bulky gear.
In Cairns vans are booked for group transfers, events and moving house.
- Typical models
- Toyota Tarago, Kia Carnival, Toyota HiAce or similar
- Seats
- 8–12
- Luggage
- 4–6 suitcases
- From
- A$90 per day (indicative)
- Pick-up points in Cairns
- 3 locations
- Best for
- Groups, gear and moving
Typical Van cars in Cairns
Indicative specs and daily from-prices. You book a car class, so a similar model may be supplied.
Toyota Tarago
8 seats · 3 bags
From A$90/day
Kia Carnival
8 seats · 4 bags
From A$95/day
View Kia Carnival rental
Toyota HiAce
12 seats · 6 bags
From A$130/day
View Toyota HiAce rental
Hyundai Staria
8 seats · 4 bags
From A$115/day
Is a van right for Cairns?
What the car is good at, and what to check for driving in and around Cairns.
A van suits you if
- You are a group of eight or more
- You carry a lot of luggage or equipment
- You want one vehicle for the whole group
Check before you book
- Licence rules: most passenger vans need only a car licence, check over 12 seats
- Height limits in city car parks
- Kilometre limits on commercial vans
Driving in Cairns
From November to April, heavy rain can close roads. Check road conditions before longer drives.
The Daintree River cable ferry is the only way north to Cape Tribulation. Check your agreement allows it.
Watch for cassowaries on rainforest roads and never swim where crocodile warnings are posted.
Where to pick up a van in Cairns
Availability of each car type depends on the depot and your dates.
Rental companies in Cairns
Open a company to see its Cairns pick-up points, conditions and deals.
Alamo9.4/10 · Excellent
Simba Car Hire9.4/10 · Excellent
Hertz9.4/10 · Excellent
Avis9.0/10 · Excellent
Budget8.8/10 · Very good
Europcar9.0/10 · Excellent
Thrifty8.6/10 · Very good
Sixt9.2/10 · Excellent
Enterprise9.2/10 · Excellent
Redspot9.2/10 · Excellent
East Coast Car Rentals8.6/10 · Very good
Bargain Car Rentals9.2/10 · ExcellentVan rental in Cairns: questions
Short answers. Details depend on your supplier and booking.
How much does a van rental cost in Cairns?
Indicative prices start from about A$90 per day, before extras. The total depends on dates, pick-up point, driver age and the supplier, so run a search to see current prices.
Can I pick up a van at Cairns Airport?
Usually yes. Most suppliers at Cairns Airport offer this class, either at a terminal desk or at a nearby depot with a free shuttle. Your voucher shows which.
Which van will I get?
You book a car class, not a model. The Toyota Tarago, Kia Carnival are typical examples, and the supplier may give you a similar car.
Can I return the car in another city?
Often yes as a one-way rental, subject to availability. Any one-way fee is shown in the total before you book.