Car hire Canberra Airport

Canberra Airport car hire

Canberra International Airport, located less than 20kms southeast of the capital city, is Australia's eighth-busiest airport. Airlines operating here include Qantas and Virgin Australia, which offer flights to all of Australia's major cities, while Brindabella Airlines uses the airport as its main hub. Many travellers arriving on business or pleasure choose car rental in Canberra Airport as their preferred way of getting around.

Canberra Airport facilities

The airport is undergoing major refurbishment, with the new Western Concourse Terminal, which will replace the Qantas Terminal, due to open in 2012. There is also the Common User Terminal and the Southern Concourse Terminal. All the top class facilities expected of a major airport are offered, including restaurants, shops and car hire in Canberra Airport.

Canberra Airport excursions

Canberra may be Australia's capital, but it is generally not near the top of tourists' must-visit lists. However, there are several attractions to keep visitors occupied, including the Australian War Museum, the Australian National Botanic Gardens and the impressive Black Mountain Tower. Canberra is surrounded by mountains, with many having excellent walking trails and offering superb views of the city below.

Best time to visit

Canberra can be visited all-year-round, with the best time to visit dependent on a person's preferred weather condition. Summers are generally hot and dry, with January and February occasionally seeing temperatures surpassing 40°C. Winters, on the other hand, are fairly chilly, with temperatures between June and August hovering around the 12°C mark. Rainfall is highest in October and November, while March and April offer comfortable conditions.

Car rental in Canberra Airport

Numerous car rental companies are located throughout the building of this major airport. Visitors to the city can compare car hire online prior to arrival to pick up the best discount or arrange a vehicle on-the-spot upon arrival at a premium rate. Once you have picked up your vehicle at the airport, it is just a 10-minute drive to the city centre.