Search for Car Hire Townsville

Townsville is Australia's largest urban centre north of the Sunshine Coast which attracts more and more visitors each year. It's a dynamic and bustling city with a main entry to the Great Barrier Reef, the Wet Tropics, the Magnetic Island, and the Queensland outback.

If you are arriving at Townsville Airport, hiring a car is a great option for you to go on your next trip. Airport Rentals offers a wide range of car hire deals and specials that will help you get the perfect Townsville hire car for your desired destination.

Hire a car in Townsville for your Queensland Adventures

Take your adventure to the road in Northern Queensland with a Townsville airport car hire. This tropical city makes a great starting point to explore the beaches, rainforests and outback that make up the sunshine state of Australia. Inland stretches the Mighty Outback, offshore lies the Great Barrier Reef and the coast is a series of stunning white-sand beaches. A Townsville car rental can assist you in going to these wonderful spots making your trip more convenient and comfortable.

Queensland is a holiday destination because it is full of surprising adventures. It’s not limited to tropical islands, awesome beaches and theme parks, but there is so much more wonderful stuff to experience in Queensland especially with your Townsville car hire.

Compare and book cheap car hire in Townsville with Airport Rentals

Don’t settle for any old rental car to explore Queensland - find the one which suits your plans and budget with the best car hire deals available on our website. Be it people mover types to luxury SUV, or compact car hire cost, all services we provide do not come with any extra fees. Our site makes it easy, bringing a wide range of car hire companies together and in one format for easy comparisons, so there is no need to visit site after site to obtain a discount code because the best rates and cheapest deals are already here.

Hiring a car in Townsville has never been this easy with Airport Rentals. Enter your details to get a list of all the available rentals in Townsville from our wide variety of suppliers. Everything you need to know on how to get the best car hire in Townsville is presented in a list format. From there, it is easy to compare and book.

Benefits of booking a hire car at Townsville with Airport Rentals

• Narrow down your car type search with the handy filters. It is easy to see only one class of vehicle, one type of transmission or cars holding a particular number of passengers.

• The car rental site highlights results which may be of interest to you - for example, special deals, the cheapest on-airport option or a hot seller for your car rental Townsville needs.

• You can see all the necessary information right in the search results, without having to click through for each car type. Symbols indicate the transmission, A/C, passenger numbers, luggage space and pick-up method. The highlights of the rental agreement are listed, the price is displayed front and centre, and you can check out review percentages for each vehicle hire.

• The booking process for your Townsville car rentals is easy and secure. If you have any issues, a phone call will connect you with our team of car hire specialists who are happy to talk you through it.

Townsville car rentals - Driving tips

The most important thing to remember for visitors to Australia is that you will drive your Townsville car hire on the left! If this is not what you are used to, take some time to acclimate on the slower suburban roads near Townsville Airport.

All distances are in kilometres, and the speed limit is in kilometres per hour. Seat belts are mandatory for all passengers. The blood alcohol limit is very small, at 0.05% - we recommend avoiding alcohol altogether before driving your car rental.

Driving your Townsville car hire in the outback comes with its own guidelines. There are many miles of uninterrupted, straight highways containing nothing more than the odd road train, so it is necessary to stay alert and take breaks. It is also a good idea to be stocked up with water, food and even extra petrol, as towns and service stations can be few and far between. Make sure you have a cellphone in case of breakdown or emergency.

Townsville is the largest city in tropical Australia. A great getaway for sun and adventure seekers. All you need to do is to hire a car from Airport Rentals, so you can get the most out of these awesome destinations. We offer a very wide variety when it comes to choosing the best Townsville car rental at the airport. You can find and compare all the most popular hire brands with a large selection of late-model vehicles right on Townsville Airport. This makes it quick and easy to pick up your Townsville airport car rental and hit the road, but it can cost a little more than opting for an off-airport location.

The cars available from off-airport suppliers don’t differ that much from those you can get at the airport itself, but they do tend to be a little cheaper. To maximise your budget, locations outside the airport must first be considered. Transport to the pick up location isn’t an issue as you can get a free shuttle from Townsville Airport.

On-airport brands:

Townsville Airport is also known as Townsville International Airport/Garbutt Airport. It is a major Australian regional airport that caters approximately 1.7 million passengers a year, making it the 11th busiest airport in Australia.

For you to get the most out each visit to this wonderful QLD location, we’ve consolidated a list of the different car rental suppliers at Townsville Airport. Please find the best car hire Townsville Airport has from any of the following brands.

Avis

Avis can be found in the Townsville Airport Terminal Building. Avis has a large selection of late-model vehicles on offer for your hire car Townsville Airport needs, from Economy for the bargain hunters, Eco-Friendly for the environmentally conscious and Full-Size 4WD for adventurers.

Budget

Budget is also located at the airport's terminal building. Choose from a generous offering of late-model hire cars Townsville including from Economy cars to SUV to 4WDs.

Europcar Car Rental

This car hire comany is located inside the airport terminal building. Take your pick from an array of late-model vehicles - save with Economy or Compact models, or treat yourself to an Elite model - it’s your choice.

Hertz

Hertz is also situated at the terminal. Whether you’re after an Economy option, a People Mover for the family or a Full-Size 4WD, you’re sure to find what you’re after among their array of late-model vehicles.

Thrifty

Thrifty rental cars Townsville has a counter in the terminal building, too. They carry a wide range of late-model vehicles for hire, from Economy and Compact options to Vans and Wagons.

Auto Europe

Auto Europe car rental Townsville comes under one of the above suppliers, usually Europcar or Thrifty. Keep your eye out for Auto Europe - renting with this brand can often leave you with great savings.

Keddy by Europcar

Keddy is at the Europcar desk - these are Europcar vehicles that serviced by Europcar but you can sometimes save quite a bit when you opt for Keddy, depending on when you’re travelling.

Firefly

Firefly has a station in the terminal building. Firefly supplies a large selection of late-model vehicles: from Economy to Full Sedans to 8 seater people movers, they’ve got you covered.

Off-airport brands:

Redspot

This company is proudly Australian owned - they’re located off-airport but worry not: they’re not far away and a free shuttle can deliver you straight from Townsville Airport to the depot to collect your pickup truck hire/car rental/van hire. Opt for an Economy deal or get something that the whole family can stretch out in - they have it all.

Once you have collected your keys, make sure to head your rental cars Townsville to the following destinations:

Foxwell Park

Located in the heart of the Tablelands Regions in North Queensland, Foxwell Park is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Whether you’re dining in the delicious restaurant or settling in for a weekend away, this will be a visit you’ll never forget. It’s a 4-hour drive from Townsville Airport in your rental car, and makes for an exceptional weekend away in the beautiful Queensland region.

Stay in the beautiful 3-bedroom Homestead, complete with modern central living area and relaxing verandah for those summer nights, or book the Fairways Suites to enjoy a private deck and a large spa to soak away the evenings. Stunning gardens fill the estate’s land, creating a picturesque setting for weddings and other functions such as family gatherings or anniversaries. Visit some of the outdoor attractions, just a short drive away, including tumbling waterfalls, rainforest and a volcanic crater lake.

Maritime Museum of Townsville

Experience Australia’s nautical history at the Maritime Museum of Townsville. An array of galleries make up the museum, with a marvelous display at every turn - from model ships and monuments, to photographs and marine equipment. If it’s ship related, you can almost be guaranteed to find it here. In addition to the fantastic displays, the museum also has facilities available for hire, in the past having had art exhibitions, information presentations, award ceremonies and more.

Tour Townsville

If you don’t have much time but want to see as much as possible in Townsville, book a trip with Tour Townsville. Let the man behind the business, Toby Dean, take you on a tour of this beautiful city, and sit back, relax, and take it all in. Head out on one (or two!) of the four excellent tours, and learn about the history of the city. Choose from the Military Historic Tour, Scenic Tour, City Lights Tour and the River to the Mountain Tour to get to know what makes Townsville tick.

Adrenalin Snorkel and Dive

Adrenalin Snorkel & Dive is your gateway to the central section of the Great Barrier Reef. The central section has practically no human activity and its crystal clear blue waters and pristine reefs are excellent for snorkelling and scuba diving. With over 30 years experience, Adrenalin Snorkel & Dive know how to give you an unforgettable trip to the Great Barrier Reef - with small tour sizes and a professional and friendly crew offering plenty of personal attention. Adrenalin Snorkel & Dive is also a leader in eco-tourism and edu-tourism, which means they look after both you and the reef!

Umbrella Studio

With a passion for culture, community and art, the Umbrella Studio in Townsville, Australia is a fantastic not-for-profit art gallery and studio space that exhibits art from some of the best up-and-coming and established artists in Queensland. From humble beginnings in 1986, Umbrella Studio has grown into a 250-member organisation with a shared passion of the arts. Visitors enjoy the sense of community immediately upon walking through its door into the stunning white-walled studio. With ever-changing exhibitions, every visit to Umbrella Studio is unique. A quick 12-minute drive from Townsville Airport is all it takes to reach Umbrella Studio.

Car Rental Townsville possibilities

Visit the famous Castle Hill Lookout. This is 900+ feet above the city, offering several walking trails perfect for adventure seekers. This granite monolith features a stunning view of the whole city.

There is also a great aquarium, a beautiful riverfront park/cultural hub and plenty of great beaches right in the city - another way to experience an epic adventure with a Townsville car hire.

For an outback adventure, head your Townsville car rental towards Cloncurry and Mount Isa. Here, vast cattle stations cover much of the beautiful, alien landscape and the small towns are friendly with true-blue Aussie pubs.

Other Interesting Destinations around Australia

Cairns is to the north, beside the wonderful Daintree Rainforest. The coast here is beautiful, the sun is usually out and life is good! Above the city lies the Cape York Peninsula, a remote area with plenty of natural attractions and things to do in your car rental.

Your car hire from Townsville Airport will really take you places! Anywhere in Queensland is a fantastic destination. Make a break to the south and visit the endless string of Queensland seaside towns. Drive away in your car rental to Sunshine Coast and continue further south to Brisbane and the Gold Coast. This is the perfect route for a road trip which mixes stunning nature and urban delights.

The Whitsundays is a highlight, known nationwide as one of the best holiday resorts in Australia. You may also opt to grab an Exmouth car hire to experience Australia's West Coast and see its hidden gems. If you decide to go South, visit Avalon in your car rental and explore its stunning beaches.

Looking for other car hire locations in Australia? You may check out various car types of rental in Perth, Melbourne, or Cairns Airport. You may also opt to have Brisbane as your pick up location / drop off location. Alternatively, you may also take advantage of car rental deals in Launceston. The choice is yours!