Car Rental at Gold Coast Airport

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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Gold Coast Airport
Standard
MG 5 or similar
MG 5
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Bargain Car Rentals
$24.02 / per day
Gold Coast Airport
Compact
MG 3 or similar
MG 3
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
OCR Car Rentals
$24.76 / per day
Gold Coast Airport
Economy
Kia Picanto or similar
Kia Picanto
  • 5
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
EastCoast Car Rentals
$27.35 / per day
Gold Coast Airport
Mini
Nissan Micra or similar
Nissan Micra
  • 4
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Abaa Car Rentals
$38.25 / per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Gold Coast Airport
Intermediate
Hyundai i30 or similar
Hyundai i30
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alamo
$45.62 / per day
Gold Coast Airport
Full-size
MG ZS or similar
MG ZS
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alpha car hire
$60.50 / per day
Gold Coast Airport
Full-size Elite
Cupra Leon or similar
Cupra Leon
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Europcar
$65.58 / per day
Gold Coast Airport
Intermediate Elite SUV
Audi Q5 or similar
Audi Q5
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Routes Car Rental
$74.81 / per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 21:15 on 2024-03-27. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

Travel Information

Languages
English
Currency
AUD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+61
Average car rental price
$45 per day
Average car rental length
6 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%
Rating
9.5 / 10
Average gasoline price
$1.21 per liter or $4.56 / 1 gallon
Lowest gasoline price
$1.11 per liter or $4.19 / 1 gallon
Highest gasoline price
$1.37 per liter or $5.20 / 1 gallon
Gold Coast Airport

Airport Car Rental

Located just south of Brisbane, the Gold Coast is a backpacker and tourist mecca and one of the most visited places in the whole of Australia. Whether you come for the famous Surfers Paradise, beautiful beaches, or some of the nearby destinations that you can easily access with a car, you’re in for a treat. These are five of the most interesting attractions in and around the Gold Coast:

  • Surfers Paradise. Not only surfing heaven, but also a hub of restaurants, nightlife, and hotels, Surfers Paradise is the busiest and most famous place on the Gold Coast. Some travelers love it, while others consider it too commercialized and crowded and look for more relaxed spots which can be found up and down the coast. Either way, if you’re in the Gold Coast, the area and its beautiful coastline deserve at least one visit so you can make up your own mind.  Surfers Paradise is also the Theme Park Capital of Australia, so attracts many visitors looking for roller coasters, movie stunt shows, wildlife and entertaining shows.
  • Lamington National Park. The nature of Queensland can be experienced not only on the beaches but also in the numerous nature reserves that surround the Gold Coast. Made up of ancient peaks, cloud forests, and the emblematic Australian bush, this popular hiking area is less than an hour’s drive southwest of Gold Coast. The national park’s hills and forests are inhabited by wildlife like parrots, wallabies, bandicoots, and platypuses (although very hard to find). If visiting the World Heritage Listed Lamington National Park has only increased your appetite for wilderness, the nature preserve is bordered by Springbrook and Border Ranges National Parks. Here you’ll discover more lush ancient rainforest and thundering waterfalls. 
  • Gold Coast Hinterland. A large territory that includes Lamington National Park, Gold Coast Hinterland is an area that gets fewer visitors than the coastal parts but hides a surprising number of interesting locations. These include Tamborine Mountain and the majestic views from the top of it, Numinbah Valley, and a number of lakes, wineries, and mountain villages. Many Australians think that this area offers some of the most scenic drives in the country. Most of the places that make up the hinterland are no more than an hour's drive from Surfer's Paradise.
  • Burleigh Heads. If you’re looking for a more local beach experience away from the tourist crowds of Surfers Paradise, drive twenty minutes south to Burleigh Heads. You’ll find a great number of local restaurants and cafes and some of the best surf breaks on the Gold Coast. On the southern end is Burleigh Heads National Park, which offers a stunning hike around the headland to Tallebudgera Creek. You may even see whales offshore during the winter months. While at Tallebudgera, you can paddleboard the crystal clear waters of the creek, or enjoy the calm waters for a swim. Families especially love it here.

 

Road Trip Ideas

The Gold Coast has an idyllic location sandwiched between the stunning coastal regions of Northern NSW in the South and the Sunshine Coast in the North. Both of which are less than two hours drive. It’s the perfect region for enjoying a road trip that will highlight this area's stunning natural beauty, but also the Australian surfing culture and lifestyle. 

  • Gold Coast to Lennox Head. The Gold Coast to Lennox Head road trip is a 90-minute scenic drive, but you can turn that into a day or even longer, as it’s filled with stunning beaches, great surf, coastal hikes, and small towns you’ll want to get lost in. Highlights include the sleepy towns of Kingscliff and Lennox Head, and one of Australia’s most popular towns, Byron Bay. It’s on a crystal bed AND has been a sacred healing ground for over 20,000 years. This traditional place for ceremony, dancing circles, birthing rituals, spiritual respite and dreaming has a certain kind of magic to it..include , but you will want to stop off at several locations along the way.
  • Gold Coast to Noosa. This stunning two-and-a-half-hour drive will take you through many of the Sunshine Coast’s coastal communities. Expect a more laid-back vibe to the beaches of the Gold Coast. This area also has a pristine hinterland region worth exploring, including the Glass House Mountains which you’ll see rising up from the highway.  In this area, you’ll find Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo, the most famous zoo in Australia. Like Byron Bay in the South, Noosa is one of Australia’s most popular coastal destinations. On the edge of the small village is the Noosa National Park filled with trails, great surf breaks, and, if you’re lucky, you may spot koalas in the trees.
  • Fraser Island. If you want to go off-road and do some serious beach driving whilst exploring shipwrecks, pristine lakes, stunning forest, and dodging wild dingos, head over to Fraser for some of the best 4-wheel driving in the country. 75 Mile Beach on Fraser Island is classified as a part of the Bruce Highway? And that Fraser Island is the largest sand island in the world? You can also drive along the Great Beach Drive just north of Noosa on the way there.  Fraser Island is about a five hour drive north of the Gold Coast. 
  • Dreamworld. Australia’s biggest theme park, Dreamworld has more than 40 different attractions including several thrill rides, one of the world’s fastest drop towers, and even a flying theater. Dreamworld is located just off the M1 highway, about a 30-minute drive north of downtown Gold Coast. Dreamworld is located right next to WhiteWater World, a large water park that’s open from September to April. 

Top international routes

  • Auckland
  • Kuala Lumpur
  • Tokyo
  • Singapore
  • Christchurch
  • Wellington

Main airlines

Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia, AirAsia X, Air New Zealand, Qantas, and Tigerair Australia

Terminals

The single airport terminal serves all domestic and international flights.

Location

Gold Coast Airport is about 25 km (16 mi) south of Gold Coast. Gold Coast Highway, Tugun Currumbin Road, M1, Southport Burleigh Road/State Route 3, and Allawah Street are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.

Most popular types of rental car

  • Large cars - from $24 per day
  • Medium cars - from $25 per day
  • Vans - from $73 per day
  • Premium cars - from $75 per day
  • Small cars - from $27 per day
  • SUVs - from $31 per day

Car rental desks

Some desks are inside the airport terminal, while other rental companies offer free shuttle service to their nearby facilities. The exact location of your car rental provider's desk will be listed on your Confirmation Voucher.

Services and facilities

While the Gold Coast airport is quite small, you’ll find a number of shops, including duty-free shops, as well as many cafeterias, bars, restaurants, and fast food outlets. There are also ATMs, three currency exchanges, baby changing facilities, a luggage wrapping service, and three nearby hotels. Self-service luggage lockers are near the central walkway, next to the main parking lot. The airport is well equipped for travelers with reduced mobility. Special assistance is also available, but make sure to contact your airline in advance if you’d like this service. Do keep in mind that the airport is open from 4:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. You can find more information on the airport's official website.

Nearest gas station

Freedom Fuels gas station, at Airport Central, 1 Eastern Avenue, can be reached in about two minutes and is open 24/7. There are many other gas stations near Gold Coast Airport and on the way to the city.

Popular one-way rentals

  • Brisbane (99 km / 61 mi)
  • Sydney (817 km / 507 mi)
  • Canberra (1,092 km / 678 mi)
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Airport info

Rating
7.1
  • Getting to the airport 8.2
  • Check-in and departures 8.5
  • Terminal facilities 7.3
  • Wi-Fi 6.6
  • Restaurants and car rental services 6.0
  • Lounge 6.0

Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • IATA: OOL
  • ICAO: YBCG
  • Name: Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
  • Distance from city: 1.9 miles / 3 km

Top 20 Locations near Gold Coast Airport

Map of Car Rental Locations

When are car rental prices the lowest at Gold Coast Airport?

The cost of renting a car at Gold Coast Airport varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day at Gold Coast Airport
$38.69
January
$28.87
February
$32.59
March
$55.45
April
$40.02
May
$38.22
June
$43.79
July
$37.00
August
$46.28
September
$38.09
October
$34.88
November
$47.52
December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Gold Coast Airport is February — when rental costs average $28.87 per day. This is 28% cheaper than the yearly average and 48% cheaper than renting a car in April (when prices average $55.45 per day).

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.

For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Gold Coast Airport?

How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in March the average rental period is 8 days, while in April, the average rental period is only 6 days.
Average number of rental days at Gold Coast Airport
7
January
7
February
8
March
6
April
6
May
7
June
7
July
7
August
6
September
6
October
6
November
6
December

What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Gold Coast Airport?

Based on how many users search for a car in at Gold Coast Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car at Gold Coast Airport in January, while they are least likely to rent in in June.
Monthly searches at Gold Coast Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
177%
January
90%
February
87%
March
84%
April
80%
May
64%
June
69%
July
71%
August
85%
September
94%
October
127%
November
173%
December

Car Rental Information

Popular suppliers Bargain Car Rentals, OCR Car Rentals, SIXT, EastCoast Car Rentals, Alpha car hire
Popular car categories SUVs, Medium cars, Large cars, Small cars
Lowest price $24 per day
Cheapest supplier Bargain Car Rentals

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
Bargain Car Rentals Hyundai Accent 4 2 Medium cars
Bargain Car Rentals Kia Stonic 4 2 SUVs
Jucy Hyundai Accent 5 2 Medium cars
Bargain Car Rentals MG HS 4 2 SUVs
OCR Car Rentals MG 3 5 2 Medium cars
OCR Car Rentals MG ZST 5 3 SUVs
Jucy Nissan Tiida 4 2 Large cars
OCR Car Rentals Haval Jolion 5 2 SUVs
EastCoast Car Rentals MG ZS 5 2 SUVs
SIXT Kia Carnival 5 3 Vans

Our Customers' Reviews

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.

Australia
Hyundai i30
March 17, 2024
The kids had a great time at the theme parks
Australia
Hyundai Accent
March 14, 2024
Great holiday hope to see you soon again
New Zealand
Toyota Yaris
March 6, 2024
We had an awesome time at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, heading straight there from the airport on our way to Broadbeach. Highly recommend, especially with kids! Broadbeach was a really nice place to stay, to the point where it might make one consider moving... Parks, awesome playground, beach, coffee spots, shops, one of Australia's biggest shopping malls - it was great. The accommodation we stayed in isn't worth commenting here about, but I will say that choosing somewhere with a pool is definitely a good option!
New Zealand
Hyundai i20
February 18, 2024
I was visiting Australia for a bit of R&R but also to visit a very good friend who was in a Rest Home on the Gold coast.
New Zealand
MG 3
February 11, 2024
Had so much fun and there are so many great opportunities for all ages and tastes to see and do over in Australia;
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla
February 4, 2024
Jetskiing surfers pavilion harvest buffet
Australia
Toyota Corolla Sedan
January 31, 2024
Had a great time on the Gold Coast for a quick long weekend - doing an amazing scuba dive with Gold Coast Dive Adventures. We stayed at the Imperial Hotel which was very glamorous with a great restaurant, bar and pool. Also visited the Q1 (Skypoint) for fantastic views and a great bistro dinner.
Australia
Haval Jolion
January 31, 2024
Thank you
Australia
MG HS
January 28, 2024
Nice family holiday.
Australia
Kia Cerato
January 28, 2024
Overall fantastic
Australia
Toyota Camry
January 26, 2024
I suffer from heat chateau hotel doesn’t supply aircon I had to leave and go to my daughter hotel for aircon it wasn’t the best for me to travel in hot season most of the time I stayed with my daughter in her hotel with the aircon on Movie world was soo hot to wait in the queue, best was wet&wild as we kept ourselves wet the whole day, also infinity we went twice in raw as it was best something different Next time I will check wether befor I book and make sure the hotel has aircon
Australia
MG 3
January 21, 2024
visiting family
New Zealand
Kia Rio
January 14, 2024
Took grandchildren to Paradise Resort and there were more activities than we were able to use. Loved it. Walked o to Surfers a number of times, shopped at Pacific Fair and the outket mall Harbourtown. Also visited sister who lives on Gold Coast. Was good being able to get around. I've been over many times and have pretty much already seen the sights. This trip was especially for my granddaughters, shopping, and my wee greatgrandsons, having a blast in the waterpark at Paradise Resort. Oh wecdid go to Tallebudgeree Beach the Clearest in Australia. That was lovely. The resort had a reptile show so the kids saw some lizards, turtles and snakes.
New Zealand
MG ZST
January 12, 2024
Seaworld and Currumbin Wildlife Park are both great—quite a bit of rain which made driving more challenging.
Australia
Hyundai Accent
January 6, 2024
It was great driving our bargain car to all the theme parks and all around surfers paradise.
Mauritius
Nissan X-Trail
January 5, 2024
Wonderful easy cool drive from Gold Coast to Cairns with exceptional stops such as Frazer Island (4x4 separate day excursion from Hervey Beach), Whitsundays (stay via ferry), Tully River Rafting, Mission Beach dives, crossing nice old historic villages and having cool time in Gold Coast and Cairns.
Australia
Hyundai i20
December 30, 2023
Huge storms..no electricity..but we loved it
Australia
Skoda Kamiq
December 28, 2023
Good trip
Australia
Peugeot 508s
December 27, 2023
We drive to Byron bay and back plus to Bangalow and nimbin
Australia
Hyundai Accent
December 23, 2023
The car gave us the opportunity to drive to Tambourine mountain - the shops and the skywalk were great. We also went to Pacific Fair to finish Xmas shopping.We went to Dreamworld too, but thought it was a bit overrated.
New Zealand
Kia Cerato
December 19, 2023
Did a variety of things like shopping, themeparks and wildlife sanctuary.
Australia
Kia Picanto
December 2, 2023
Snorkeling with Turtles; HOTA; Tweed Art Gallery; Byron Bay
Australia
Haval Jolion
November 26, 2023
Had a ball. Car made it extremely easy to get around
Australia
Mystery Car
November 8, 2023
Sunshine Coast
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla
November 8, 2023
Family and friends company
New Zealand
Mitsubishi Outlander
October 27, 2023
Lots of driving to the theme parks and to the Australia zoo. We had a great time and will be back again soon.
Australia
Hyundai Accent
October 26, 2023
Visiting old friends, visiting Movie World for our daughter's 10th birthday, DreamWorls and Wet n Wild. We also had breakfast with the koalas at Currumbin.
Australia
Kia Cerato Aut.
October 26, 2023
Travelled from Surfers Paradise to Byron Bay so much fun
Australia
Suzuki Swift
October 26, 2023
we hit a lots of the surrounding suburbs and eateries and they were all amazing value and excellent food
Australia
Hyundai i20
September 5, 2023
Mix up with booking. When we arrive they did not have record of our booking, because we booked on a Sunday?
Australia
Suzuki Swift
August 29, 2023
Grandaughters Birthday😊theme parks
Australia
Toyota Corolla Hatch
August 29, 2023
We used the car to travel to Movie world, Wet n Wild, SeaWorld and Currumbin Zoo. It was as a family holiday and it was the amazing to experience our adventures as a family.
Australia
Mitsubishi Outlander
August 28, 2023
Pacific Gold Coast Airshow
New Zealand
Hyundai Accent
August 26, 2023
Steve Irwin zoo, sea world, Warner Bros and Wet&Wild.
Australia
Hyundai Accent
August 24, 2023
Visiting my daughter and watching the National Indoor Bowls Championships.
New Zealand
Hyundai Accent
August 15, 2023
Loved our holiday... we'll be back..😊😊👍👍
Australia
MG ZS
August 13, 2023
Movie world
New Zealand
Hyundai Accent
July 28, 2023
Love everything about the gold Coast. Having the freedom of a rental car ensures you can do as much or as little as you want and when you want.
Australia
Kia Rio
July 24, 2023
We went to the Australian Outback Extravaganza which was brilliant and very reasonably priced. We took the Hota hop on hop off ferry a couple of days. We went to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary which was amazing and very informative and enjoyable. We stayed a couple of nights at the Dorsett Hotel which was very comfortable and in a great position. Visited Lennox Head and Kingscliff in NSW which are lovely spots right on the beach.
Australia
Holden Commodore
July 24, 2023
I was on business there for 2 days
New Zealand
Mitsubishi ASX
July 23, 2023
Don't take your kids!
Australia
MG HS Aut.
July 23, 2023
My Tamborine. Nice spot Surfers Mini Golf. Great fun Mercure Gold Coast Resort. Great value
Australia
Audi Q5
July 18, 2023
Site seeing
Australia
Hyundai Accent
July 5, 2023
Nice warm weather and good variety of entertainment, had a great meal at commercial hotel in Nerang and enjoyed a beautiful hot air balloon ride over Beaudesert area with gold coast balloons.
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla
June 26, 2023
Relaxing 2 weeks in the sun
Australia
Toyota Corolla
June 20, 2023
All good
Australia
Kia Stonic
June 20, 2023
We celebrated family engagement on the Gold Coast, enjoyed Broadbeach and Byron Bay and returned home safely.🙏🏻
New Zealand
Mitsubishi Outlander
June 15, 2023
Had wedding in Gold Coast out in country side of Cunungra
New Zealand
MG HS
May 30, 2023
We are a family of 5 and our car was perfect for us
Australia
Kia Picanto
May 28, 2023
Made it easy to drive around and look at the sites
New Zealand
Suzuki Swift
May 27, 2023
Natural bridge, nature walks, kayaking, snorkeling, speedway, beaches, shopping!!!
Australia
Hyundai Accent
May 27, 2023
I have been a lot of place and love Gold Coast, will be back and rent the car at the same place again. Thank you
Australia
MG HS
May 26, 2023
We went into the national park and had a great time sightseeing and hiking. we also went to Brisbane and had a look around and went further north to the Glasshouse Mountains and hiked up and around there. We then travelled to Caloundra and had very nice fish and chips by the beach.
Australia
Kia Rio
May 20, 2023
Walks on the beach
New Zealand
Hyundai Accent
May 18, 2023
Meeting daughter and son
Australia
Toyota Camry
May 17, 2023
Enjoyed family time with Mother’s Day and exceptional choir and musical concerts
New Zealand
Hyundai Accent
May 10, 2023
Relaxing
Australia
MG HS Aut.
May 6, 2023
The car was clean, great to drive and the perfect size for my family
Australia
Kia Rio
May 4, 2023
We were visiting family whom we had not seen for a few years
Australia
Hyundai Kona
May 4, 2023
Being able to take long drives and not having to fill up every hour odd as the car had a large tank so didn’t have to spend time trying to find petrol stations just the places we wanted to visit
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla
April 29, 2023
Visited movie world, malls beaches, markets etc awesome
Netherlands
Toyota Corolla
March 31, 2023
Pick up the car at Gold Coast and drop off at Cairns. Vrry easyJet procedure and a amazone trip.
New Zealand
Hyundai Kona
March 16, 2023
Rugby Tournament, love the Ocean and shopping, Byron Bay was amazing.
Australia
Toyota Corolla
March 16, 2023
5 x Theme Parks Glowworm caves, Daintree hike, Aloft hot air balloon ride
New Zealand
Hyundai i30
March 15, 2023
Theme parks. Exploring around Gold Coast
Australia
Holden Acadia
March 12, 2023
Movie world, sea world, jet skiing - had a great time!
Australia
MG 3
March 10, 2023
We didn't do heaps of driving, but was very happy with the rental car and had no problems with it.
New Zealand
Kia Carnival
March 8, 2023
Dream world, Australia zoo , surfers paradise, white water world all amazing fun places
Australia
Toyota Corolla
March 3, 2023
Really liked Broadbeach
New Zealand
Suzuki Swift
February 21, 2023
We had a great time on the Gold Coast. Mt Tamborine is a must, there are some lovely walks up there. The beaches were beautiful too, just dont forget sunblock haha
Australia
Toyota Corolla
February 19, 2023
Great resort at Mermaid beach (Turtle Beach), first week. Second week highlight, 2 night stay on Fraser Is, wonderful.
Australia
Hyundai Accent
February 18, 2023
Spent time in Bryon and did as much and as little as I desired. This trip was all about taking time out and relaxing
Australia
Toyota Corolla
February 12, 2023
It was my first time in QLD and my first hire car and thankfully everything went well :)
Australia
Toyota Yaris
February 6, 2023
Curumbin wildlife park and the creek beach
Australia
Hyundai Kona
January 31, 2023
Beaches, waterfalls, gardens, night life
Australia
Isuzu MU-X
January 29, 2023
Jet boat, Australia Zoo
Australia
Hyundai Kona
January 18, 2023
My first trip to Queensland was simply amazing. My family and I loved it so much. Great Queensland
Australia
Toyota Corolla Sedan
December 8, 2022
Travelled to Bribie island and all around the Gold Coast was a fantastic trip wish I could have gone to mt Tamborine
Australia
Kia Cerato
December 1, 2022
We went to Wet n Wild World, Movie World and Sea World along with Currumbin Wildlife Sanctury and the glow worm caves. We also did multiple grocery shopping trips. All of that and still had a quarter of a tank of fuel. Very nice car.
New Zealand
Kia Carnival
November 23, 2022
Visiting family
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla Sedan
November 21, 2022
GC is a great place for a holiday. We travelled to 4 theme parks which were super fun. We stayed in Surfer's Paradise which is a great place and had many fun things to do and many great places to eat.
Australia
Nissan Micra
November 18, 2022
Tamborine Mountain and surrounding areas are some of the most beautiful spots in Australia!!!
Australia
Hyundai Accent
November 13, 2022
Transfers from the airport and return made accessing this car extremely easy. Was a great little car for getting us around while we were visiting. Would happily rent again.. thank you.
Australia
Mitsubishi Outlander Aut.
November 11, 2022
Started off with 5 nights at SeaWorld, we love this place. Had a great time at the theme parks. Then to relax a bit went to Coolum for 4 nights and the accommodation was awesome. Location was perfect, and the whole apartment was amazing. Great trip
Australia
Toyota Corolla
November 6, 2022
Moffat Beach was amazing but Coolangatta was awesome and the beaches are to die for.
Australia
Toyota Corolla
October 29, 2022
Had a lovely day on Tamborine mountain. Lots of restaurants to choose from.
Australia
Hyundai Accent
October 12, 2022
Just to be able to chill out and relax
Australia
Toyota Corolla
October 10, 2022
Was able to run around to shops. Get to motel. Drive to Brisbane.
Australia
Mitsubishi ASX
October 7, 2022
Great for the theme parks, but also travelling to the national parks, e.g. Springbrook. Broadbeach is amazing for shops and good restaurants. Beaches also great.
Australia
Hyundai Kona
September 20, 2022
Gold Coast & Hervey Bay to visit relatives. Then onto a lovely & quiet beach side town called Bagara (near Bundaberg) Stopped at Coolum Beach on the way back to the Goldie and will be going back there for sure! The car was great too!
Australia
Holden Acadia
September 10, 2022
All the places were lovely. Can't really fault anything on our whole trip. Apart from the wax museum & sea world they were a waste of money 😄
New Zealand
Nissan Micra
August 7, 2022
I stayed at a Motel across the road from Coolangatta Airport, so it was within walking distance, and so handy to return the car. Because my flight was early morning, I returned the car the day before, took me about 7 minutes to walk back to the Motel, and only 7 minutes to walk to the Airport in the morning.
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla
July 30, 2022
Good weather, great beaches
Australia
Toyota Corolla
July 26, 2022
Australian zoo a must, Byron Bay pretty cool
Australia
Toyota Corolla
July 25, 2022
Pick up service to and from airport is quick. the whole process is easy and staff is helpful.
Singapore
Hyundai Kona
June 7, 2022
Driving in Gold Coast is stress free. Drivers lookout for each other and would not hesitate to give way. But remember to keep to yr speed limit.
Australia
Toyota Corolla
May 30, 2022
We went to Byron and love Byron. Always a good vibe and great yoga.
Australia
Nissan Micra
May 19, 2022
Kingscliff/ Murwillumbah/Balliner/ Byron/ Brunswick
Australia
Toyota Corolla
May 17, 2022
Very good
Australia
Toyota Corolla
May 11, 2022
Will definitely hire with Jucy again on our next trip. Will go through Jucy direct rather than through agent as I now know about Jucy. Thank you
Philippines
Kia Rio
April 20, 2022
A wonderful place & experience indeed!
Australia
Nissan X-Trail
April 4, 2022
I would go direct with the rental company and not use any third party websites.
Australia
Kia Rio
March 14, 2022
A trip the Gold Coast is always enjoyable. Everything is nearby making it a fun trip.
Australia
Toyota Corolla
February 19, 2022
Great value car hire
Australia
Hyundai Kona
February 19, 2022
You must visit sea world & movie world both in Gold Coast I really recommend:(
Australia
Suzuki Swift
February 15, 2022
Loved Mountain drive
Australia
Kia Rio
January 25, 2022
Theme parks
Australia
Toyota Corolla Sedan
December 30, 2021
Head to the Movie world but please wear thongs and sunnies and plenty of snacks as they very expensive inside. Head to surfers paeadise and definitely go for the duck tour and parasailing. Also do the electric bike ride tour and riskshaw tour as well.
Australia
Toyota Corolla
August 4, 2021
If travelling to the gold coast airport , make sure you get there well before 19.00 hrs or else no help at all
Australia
Hyundai Accent
July 8, 2021
a bit far from the airport but good service is provided
Australia
Hyundai Accent
June 29, 2021
Explored Coolangatta and when to football at Metricon stadium.
Australia
Suzuki Jimmy
June 1, 2021
We went to SeaWorld, movie world, surfers paradise and visited family in Queensland. If you’re travelling and in need of a car, I would highly recommend thrifty. The car was very clean, easy to drive.
Australia
Toyota Corolla
April 24, 2021
Great price.
Australia
Mitsubishi ASX
April 18, 2021
GOOD TO RENT AGAIN
Australia
Mitsubishi ASX
March 20, 2021
Family visit.
Australia
Toyota Corolla
March 10, 2021
Visited family on the Gold Coast , Hervey Bay and Toowoomba and the vehicle supplied was a pleasure to drive
Australia
Mitsubishi Eclipse
November 11, 2019
Professional approach
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla Sedan
August 20, 2019
I recommend a rental car service.good price.
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla Sedan
May 27, 2019
We didn’t actually use the car to visit the Gold Coast. We drove south to Yamba in NSW and thoroughly enjoyed our visit.

Car Rental Statistics

Highest rated company
Alpha car hire
9.2 / 10
)
Lowest rated company
Routes Car Rental
7.3 / 10
)
Total number of reviews
122
Total rental companies
22
Average daily price
$45.11
Lowest daily price
$24.02
Total cars available
184

Top 22 Suppliers at Gold Coast Airport in 2024

Alpha car hire
Alpha car hire
Exceptional 9.2 / 46 reviews
+61755866900
19B Ourimbah Rd, Tweed Heads NSW 2485
$59 - $95
Working hours
Mon:07:00-18:00
Tue:07:00-18:00
Wed:07:00-18:00
Thu:07:00-18:00
Fri:07:00-18:00
Sat:07:00-18:00
Sun:07:00-18:00
Bargain Car Rentals
Very good 8.9 / 488 reviews
+611300729230
2/57-61 Ourimbah Rd Tweed Heads NSW 2485
$24 - $85
Working hours
Mon:07:00-20:45
Tue:07:00-20:45
Wed:07:00-20:45
Thu:07:00-20:45
Fri:07:00-20:45
Sat:07:00-20:45
Sun:07:00-20:45
Ace Rent a car
Ace Rent a car
Very good 8.9 / 25 reviews
+61755894200 / 1800620408
3 Queensbury Ave, Currumbin Waters
$61 - $111
Working hours
Mon:07:30-17:00
Tue:07:30-17:00
Wed:07:30-17:00
Thu:07:30-17:00
Fri:07:30-17:00
Sat:08:00-16:00
Sun:08:00-16:00
OCR Car Rentals
OCR Car Rentals
Very good 8.8 / 94 reviews
+611300951782 / +61405480302
24 Leonard Parade, Currumbin Waters
$25 - $77
Working hours
Mon:07:00-17:00
Tue:07:00-17:00
Wed:07:00-17:00
Thu:07:00-19:00
Fri:07:00-19:00
Sat:07:00-19:00
Sun:07:00-17:00
SIXT
Very good 8.7 / 221 reviews
+61755366044
Gold Coast Airport, Terminal Building
$64 - $101
Working hours
Mon:06:00-20:00
Tue:06:00-20:00
Wed:06:00-20:00
Thu:06:00-20:00
Fri:06:00-20:00
Sat:06:00-20:00
Sun:06:00-20:00
Hertz
Very good 8.7 / 12 reviews
+610755996590
Gold Coast Airport, Terminal Building, QLD 4225
$67 - $126
Working hours
Mon:06:00-22:30
Tue:06:00-22:30
Wed:06:00-22:30
Thu:06:00-22:30
Fri:06:00-22:30
Sat:06:00-22:30
Sun:06:00-22:30
Jucy
Very good 8.6 / 172 reviews
+611800150850
71 – 77, Boyd Street, Tugun, QLD 4224
$55
Working hours
Mon:08:00-16:55
Tue:08:00-16:55
Wed:08:00-16:55
Thu:08:00-16:55
Fri:08:00-16:55
Sat:09:00-15:55
Sun:09:00-13:55
EastCoast Car Rentals
Very good 8.5 / 210 reviews
+611800474258 / +61755558908
3 Karana Street, Tugun, 4224
$27 - $128
Working hours
Mon:07:00-18:30
Tue:07:00-18:30
Wed:07:00-18:30
Thu:07:00-18:30
Fri:07:00-18:30
Sat:07:30-18:00
Sun:07:30-18:00
Europcar
Very good 8.5 / 65 reviews
+610755693370
Gold Coast Airport, Tom Norris Dr, Coolangatta QLD 4225
$49 - $133
Working hours
Mon:07:00-21:00
Tue:07:00-21:00
Wed:07:00-21:00
Thu:07:00-21:00
Fri:07:00-21:00
Sat:07:00-21:00
Sun:07:00-21:00
Budget
Budget
Very good 8.5 / 4 reviews
0755693877
Terminal Drive
$56 - $94
Working hours
Mon:06:00-22:00
Tue:06:00-22:00
Wed:06:00-22:00
Thu:06:00-22:00
Fri:06:00-22:00
Sat:06:00-22:00
Sun:06:00-22:00
Abaa Car Rentals
Very good 8.4 / 209 reviews
+61755995335 / +61488004360
Shop 1/13-15 Griffith Street, Coolangatta, Qld, 4225, Gold Coast
$38 - $68
Working hours
Mon:09:00-16:45
Tue:09:00-16:45
Wed:09:00-16:45
Thu:09:00-16:45
Fri:09:00-16:45
Sat:09:00-13:45
Sun:09:00-13:45
Alamo
Very good 8.4 / 52 reviews
+61738604272
Eastern Avenue, Gold Coast Airport, Bilinga QLD, Coolangatta 4225
$44 - $89
Working hours
Mon:06:30-21:00
Tue:06:30-21:00
Wed:06:30-21:00
Thu:06:30-21:00
Fri:06:30-21:00
Sat:06:30-21:00
Sun:06:30-21:00
National
Very good 8.4 / 4 reviews
+61755993604 / +61738604272
Eastern Avenue, Gold Coast Airport, Bilinga QLD, Coolangatta 4225
$95 - $193
Dollar
Dollar
Very good 8.3 / 6 reviews
+611800501934
Gold Coast Airport, Terminal Dr, Bilinga QLD 4225
$64 - $179
Working hours
Mon:06:00-22:30
Tue:06:00-22:30
Wed:06:00-22:30
Thu:06:00-22:30
Fri:06:00-22:30
Sat:06:00-22:30
Sun:06:00-22:30
Thrifty
Very good 8.2 / 41 reviews
136139
Gold Coast Hwy
$60 - $121
Working hours
Mon:06:00-22:30
Tue:06:00-22:30
Wed:06:00-22:30
Thu:06:00-22:30
Fri:06:00-22:30
Sat:06:00-22:30
Sun:06:00-22:30
Avis
Avis
Very good 8.2 / 3 reviews
0755879333
Terminal Drive
$53 - $121
Working hours
Mon:06:00-22:00
Tue:06:00-22:00
Wed:06:00-22:00
Thu:06:00-22:00
Fri:06:00-22:00
Sat:06:00-22:00
Sun:06:00-22:00
Enterprise
Very good 8
+61755993604 / +61738604272
Eastern Avenue, Gold Coast Airport, Bilinga QLD, Coolangatta 4225
$44 - $212
Keddy
Good 7.9 / 7 reviews
+610755693370
Gold Coast Airport, Tom Norris Dr, Coolangatta QLD 4225
$62 - $97
Working hours
Mon:07:00-21:00
Tue:07:00-21:00
Wed:07:00-21:00
Thu:07:00-21:00
Fri:07:00-21:00
Sat:07:00-21:00
Sun:07:00-21:00
yesaway
yesaway
Good 7.6 / 2 reviews
+61280144448 / +611300850275
Suite6/4 Griffith St, Coolangatta , Qld 4225
$56 - $89
Working hours
Mon:08:30-22:00
Tue:08:30-22:00
Wed:08:30-22:00
Thu:08:30-22:00
Fri:08:30-22:00
Sat:08:30-22:00
Sun:08:30-22:00
Firefly
Firefly
Good 7.6
0755996590
GOLD COAST HWY
Working hours
Mon:06:00-22:30
Tue:06:00-22:30
Wed:06:00-22:30
Thu:06:00-22:30
Fri:06:00-22:30
Sat:06:00-22:30
Sun:06:00-22:30
NUCarrentals
NUCarrentals
Good 7.5 / 1 review
+61755231405
5 Greenway Drive,Tweeds Head,South NSW
$59 - $188
Working hours
Mon:08:00-16:00
Tue:08:00-16:00
Wed:08:00-16:00
Thu:08:00-16:00
Fri:08:00-16:00
Sat:08:00-12:00
Sun:08:00-12:00
Routes Car Rental
Routes Car Rental
Good 7.3
+6155693370
Terminal Building, Gold Coast Airport ,Gold Coast,Queensland, 4225,Au
$49 - $86
Working hours
Mon:07:00-21:00
Tue:07:00-21:00
Wed:07:00-21:00
Thu:07:00-21:00
Fri:07:00-21:00
Sat:07:00-21:00
Sun:07:00-21:00
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