Car Hire Cairns | 1300 Meteor
Meteor Rentals | Cairns
Looking for car hire in Cairns?
1300 Meteor Rentals operates a local hire depot in Portsmith providing rental vehicles for visitors, locals and businesses. We supply cars, utes, trucks, minibuses and trailers across Cairns, the CBD, airport area and surrounding suburbs.
Our Cairns location is easy to reach from the city and airport, making pick-up and drop-off straightforward for short term hire, moving house or temporary transport. If you’re flying in, ask us about airport pickup options when you book.
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Cars, Utes & SUV's for Hire in Cairns
Available Accessories:
Need a little extra? We also hire out baby seats, GPS units, and luggage trailers (perfectly suited for our 12-seat Toyota Commuter minibuses).
Pick-up & Drop-off Locations
Cairns
Including Cape York, Daintree and Communities.
48 Comport Street Portsmith 4870
Conveniently Located in Portsmith
Skip the hassle of crowded airport desks. We are centrally located at 48 Comport Street, Portsmith—just minutes from the Cairns CBD, the Convention Centre, the Port area, and Trinity Inlet.
Comport Street is part of the arterial 'Southern Access Road', giving you immediate, easy access to the Bruce Highway (heading to Townsville and Brisbane) and the Gillies Highway (heading to the Atherton Tablelands).
Portsmith Location Contact Info
Local Phone: (07) 4035 7900
Out of Town? Call 1300 METEOR (1300 638 367) and select Option 2 (local call cost)
Address: 48 Comport Street, Portsmith QLD 4870
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm (Closed on Public Holidays, excluding Easter Saturday)
Frequently Asked Questions
How old do I need to be to rent a vehicle?
To rent a vehicle anywhere in Australia, you must be at least 21 years of age and have held a full driving license for a minimum of one year. Please note that drivers between the ages of 21 and 24 are restricted to hiring Economy, Mini, Compact, Standard, and Intermediate vehicles.
Is loss and damage cover included?
Standard loss and damage cover is included, and liability applies depending on vehicle type, driver and circumstances. Details are explained in rental information and terms and conditions.
What is your cancellation policy?
If you need to cancel, please give us plenty of notice. A cancellation fee equivalent to one day’s rental (at the standard daily rate) applies if you are a no-show, or if you cancel within two hours of your scheduled collection time.
