Cheapflights insights for Townsville car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Townsville, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Townsville?
Book your rental car in Townsville 71 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around C$ 61/day on average when booked 71 days ahead, which saves you 21% off the usual average price.
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?
At Townsville, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just C$ 46. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging C$ 83 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Townsville, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just C$ 46. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging C$ 83 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
C$ 46
February
C$ 52
March
C$ 63
April
C$ 80
May
C$ 68
June
C$ 76
July
C$ 83
August
C$ 79
September
C$ 75
October
C$ 65
November
C$ 65
December
C$ 69
What car do most people rent in Townsville?
The most popular types of cars to rent in Townsville are the following: SUV rentals (Mitsubishi ASX or similar), Intermediate rentals (Nissan X-Trail or similar), and Standard rentals (Kia Sportage or similar).
Which car rental company has the most locations in Townsville?
Both Sunnycars and Thrifty have 4 locations in Townsville, more than any other rental company in the area.
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 18 June 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Townsville, including Thrifty, Budget and Europcar. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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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 18 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Townsville?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Townsville it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.