BettaCNS Car Hire Cairns Airport

397 Lake Street | Next to Cairns Airport

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0419 781 861

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FREE Cairns Airport to and from transfers 4am - 9pm daily. 

BettaCNS Airport Car Hire is ideally located next to Cairns Airport and 2.5km to Cairns City.

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2.5km In and out in no time

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before booking your car with BettaCNS Airport Car Hire.
Clear pricing, simple pickup, and no surprises — just honest, local service.

You can book online in just a few minutes. Choose your dates, select a vehicle, and confirm your booking.

Yes. Booking changes are subject to availability.
Cancellations made at least 3 days before your hire start date receive a full refund, in line with our terms.

We monitor flight arrivals and will do our best to accommodate delays within our operating hours (4am - 9pm).
If your arrival is later, please contact us — after-hours collection may be possible by arrangement and may incur a fee.

After collecting your luggage, simply call us and our free shuttle will collect you.
We’re located just minutes from Cairns Airport, so you’ll be on the road quickly.  See full details here.

No booking fees or hidden charges apply.
Minimal card processing fees are clearly disclosed during checkout before payment is made.

A small 10%, fully refundable deposit is taken at the time of booking to secure your vehicle.
The remaining balance is paid when you collect the car. Another person may pay for or collect the vehicle, provided all driver and identification requirements are met.

Yes, a refundable security bond is required at pickup.
The bond amount is outlined in the rental terms and is released after the vehicle is returned in accordance with the agreement.

Yes. Insurance is mandatory and always included with every rental.
This also includes windscreen and tyre coverage, so there are no insurance add-ons or optional upgrades.

We’re locally owned and located just off-airport within airport precinct.
By avoiding franchise fees and keeping things simple, we can offer great value without cutting corners.

We accept most major debit and credit cards, with payments securely processed via Stripe.
Card acceptance is determined automatically during checkout.

Why Rent with BettaCns Car Hire?

Best Cairns Airport car hire rates guaranteed
Best Rates Guaranteed

We continually monitor and update our pricing to ensure we can offer you the most affordable car, van and minibus hire rates in Cairns. Find a better price - let us know.

Modern rental cars
Quality Modern Vehicles

Late model, reliable and well maintained hire vehicles for your piece of mind.
Modern and new 2022-25 models.

Free Cairns Airport shuttle bus extended hours
FREE Shuttle Bus 4am - 8.30pm

Free transfers to and from Cairns Domestic and International airports when you hire a car from us.
Only three minutes away!

Locally owned Cairns Car Rental company
Locally Owned & Operated

We are 100% locally owned and operated in Cairns. No call centres. No large franchises. Just locals giving you the best deals on Cairns Airport car hire.

See our car hire and rental agreements upfront
Full Transparency

Know exactly what you are renting when you hire a car from BettaCNS.
See our car hire contract agreement, rental terms & conditions, and booking terms & conditions here.

Explore Cairns in a Modern and Reliable Hire Car from BettaCNS Airport Car Hire

Cairns is a highly sought-after destination for travellers seeking a tropical paradise with plenty of things to see and do. Cairns is known for its tropical climate, stunning beaches, and access to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the world's natural wonders, enticing both domestic and international travellers. 

Tourists come to Cairns for a variety of reasons, including adventure tourism, nature-based activities, cultural experiences, and relaxation. Popular attractions in the region include the Great Barrier Reef, the Daintree Rainforest, Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail, Trinity BeachPalm Cove, Port Douglas, and the Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.

The tourism industry is a major part of the Cairns economy, and the region has a wide range of accommodation options to cater to all budgets and travel styles, from luxury resorts to backpacker hostels. Cairns also has a vibrant dining and nightlife scene, with many restaurants and bars offering local and international cuisine.

 Renting a hire car in Cairns can provide greater freedom, convenience, and opportunities to explore the region on your own terms.

 Hiring a car can be more cost-effective than taking taxis or booking tours, particularly if you are travelling with a group or plan to do a lot of sightseeing.

 With a hire car from BettaCNS Car Hire, you can discover hidden gems and off-the-beaten-track locations that you may not have known about otherwise, providing you with a more authentic and unique holiday experience.

Cairns Airport Car Hire Location

Our hire car Cairns city office is perfectly positioned just 2.4kms from Cairns Airport and 2.5kms from Cairns City.  Our Cairns city car hire depot is located at 397 Lake Street, the closest off-airport car hire rental service with our free Cairns Airport shuttle service running extended hours every day.