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Cairns Airport (CNS) is an international airport in the city of Cairns, in Queensland, Australia. The seventh busiest airport in the country, it is located just 4km away from the city. You can get there on Highway 1, a ring road following the entire coast of Australia and one of the longest national highways in the world.

With it being such a busy airport, there is a lot of choice offered by Cairns Airport car rental. You can rest assured that when you use our site to compare car hire, you won’t have to pay any cancellation or amendment fees. We have so far helped more than five million customers in over 170 countries, so we can find you the best deal.

Most Cairns Airport car hire companies have their desks within the terminal. Those that don’t offer a free shuttle bus, with clear signposting, making it a simple process to pick up your car. Once you’ve found the right desk, you just have to hand over your booking details and collect the key.

Cairns Airport is a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the world’s most incredible natural wonders. You can use your car to get all of your snorkelling and scuba gear to the beach, where you can enjoy all that the coast has to offer.

If you prefer to stay on land, you can head across on Route 1 to the Kuranda State Forest, where you can explore the rainforest, a contrast to much of Australia’s arid environment. You could also visit the Cairns Botanic Gardens, where you can see the beautiful flowers and trees.

If you like a long drive, you’re in the right country. With such a vast area, there is a good chance that what you want to see is many miles away. You could head up State Route 44 to Cape Tribulation, a remote headland in the Daintree National Park and the Wet Tropics World Heritage area.

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Like the major Australian coastal cities of Sydney and Perth, Cairns offers plenty of culinary choice. You can try the seafood and then end your night downtown, where the vibrant nightlife will keep you up past your usual bedtime.

You can take a walk down Esplanade Boardwalk, a beautiful stretch of foreshore. From there, you can also take a dip in the Cairns Esplanade Swimming Lagoon. You should also make sure you visit the beach and try some of the watersports on offer.

The Atherton Tablelands is a wonderful wildlife area, with a lot to offer. You can see the gorgeous lakes, the Millaa Millaa falls and the Atherton Lookout. If golf is your preferred way of relaxing, you can play it there too. If you’d rather spend your time in the city, you should stop by St Monica’s Cathedral, a stunning modern cathedral.

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