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Car Rental Locations & Options
Car Hire Locations and Options
| Location | Pros | Cons |
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| Off-Airport Shuttles |
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| Coffs City Depots |
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Off-Airport Options with Shuttles
- Sunset Rent a Car (5 minutes from terminal)
- East Coast Car Rentals (Free airport pickup)
- Coastal Car Rentals (Pickup by arrangement)
Car Rental Prices
How to save?
- Compare airport vs. off-airport locations. Grabbing a taxi to a depot in Coffs Harbour city is a short ride that can help you dodge airport surcharges.
- Time it right if you can. For Coffs Harbour, August often has the lowest prices, while school holidays are the most expensive. Picking up your car mid-week is also usually cheaper than on a Friday.
- Don't rent more car than you need. A smaller, fuel-efficient car is almost always cheaper to rent and run, which is perfect for cruising around the coast.
- Always refill the fuel tank yourself before returning the car. There are several petrol stations just minutes from the airport, and this will save you from paying higher prices at the counter.
Parking and Driving
| Facility | Details | Location |
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| Rental Car Counters | All major brands represented | Inside terminal near baggage claim |
| Rental Car Spaces | Dedicated pickup/return area | Directly opposite terminal exit |
| Terminal Amenities | Café, ATM, toilets, help desk | Within small terminal building |
| Wi-Fi | Free terminal Wi-Fi | Throughout terminal |
| Flight Displays | Digital displays | Throughout terminal |
| Transport Options | Taxis, shuttle services | Outside terminal entrance |
Nearest Fuel Stations for Returns
- Caltex/Woolworths: 2.5 km from terminal (Stadium Drive)
- BP: 3 km from terminal (Pacific Highway)
- Coles Express: 4 km from terminal (Orlando Street)
Fuel Requirements
- All companies require "full-to-full" fuel policy unless specified otherwise
- Keep final fuel receipt as proof of refilling
- Most vehicles use standard Unleaded 91 (check fuel cap or ask rental agent)
- Premium vehicles may require Premium Unleaded 95 or 98
Airport-to-City Transfer Options (if not renting immediately)
- Taxis: Available outside terminal
- Shuttle services: Meet flights by arrangement
- Local buses: Limited schedule (check in advance)
Local Rental Locations
- ARM Airport
- Armidale
- Ballina
- Byron Bay
- Car Hire Tamworth
- Coffs Harbour
- Compare Car Hire Prices at Ballina Airport (BNK)
- Coolangatta
- Forster
- Grafton
- Inverell
- Kempsey
- Lismore
- Maitland
- Moree
- Muswellbrook
- Narrabri
- Port Macquarie
- PQQ Airport
- Singleton
- Taree
- TMW Airport
- Tweed Heads
- Yamba
FAQs
Can I pick up a car at CFS Airport and drop it at another location?
Yes, one-way rentals are available to most major destinations. Popular routes include Coffs to Ballina/Byron Bay, Coffs to Sydney, Coffs to Brisbane and Coffs to Port Macquarie. One-way fees range from A$50-150 depending on distance.
What happens if my flight arrives after the rental desk closes?
Contact your rental company as soon as you know about a late arrival. Some companies offer after-hours pickup by prior arrangement (fees may apply). Others may suggest rebooking for the following morning plus overnight accommodation in Coffs Harbour.
Are there any shuttle services from the airport to rental locations in town?
Some off-airport rental companies offer free pickup services from CFS. This must be arranged in advance, usually by calling upon arrival. Alternatively, taxis are readily available for the short trip to city rental locations.
Is there a difference between cars available at the airport versus the city locations?
Airport fleets usually feature newer vehicles plus lower mileage, while city locations may have slightly older inventory but often at lower rates. The vehicle classes are generally the same at both location types.
Can I return my rental car outside of business hours?
Yes, most rental companies at CFS offer after-hours return procedures. Park in the designated return area, lock the vehicle and deposit keys in their secure drop box (complete any after-hours return form/envelope if provided). Take photos of the parked car as documentation.
