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Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from ₱2,866

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in New Zealand with a pick-up date of 12/17 and drop-off date of 12/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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New Zealand car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on November 20, 2024.

Most popular company

Autounion Car Rental

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

₱2,251

Cheapest price per day

₱2,866

New Zealand car rental prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across New Zealand, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 313 pickup locations in New Zealand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on November 20, 2024.

Price

₱1,665 - ₱3,131

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in New Zealand?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in New Zealand and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on November 20, 2024.

January

₱2,762

February

₱3,291

March

₱2,821

April

₱1,704

May

₱1,234

June

₱1,234

July

₱1,351

August

₱1,410

September

₱1,410

October

₱1,822

November

₱2,586

December

₱3,879

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in New Zealand is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in New Zealand

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in New Zealand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on November 20, 2024.

There are, in total, 804 car rental locations in New Zealand that are operated by 88 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can rent (cheapest price last found: ₱2,866/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from New Zealand rental providers:

Economy

Economy

₱4,069+

Compact

Compact

₱2,866+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₱12,730+

Full-size

Full-size

₱14,577+

SUV

SUV

₱5,337+

Minivan

Minivan

₱16,716+

Pickup Truck

Pickup Truck

₱6,594+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₱5,683+

Compare available car types for rental in New Zealand

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in New Zealand to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on November 20, 2024.

Small cars

₱396 - ₱3,436

All Car Types

₱1,382 - ₱4,583

To rent a small car in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of ₱1,738/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in New Zealand (~₱396/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~₱3,436/day). In fact, June is about 78% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in New Zealand, renting a small car saves you 46% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New Zealand small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of ₱2,605/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in New Zealand (~₱1,622/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~₱7,024/day). In fact, May is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in New Zealand, renting a medium car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a large car in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of ₱4,066/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a large car in New Zealand (~₱2,398/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~₱7,616/day). In fact, May is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in New Zealand, renting a large car is 22% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of ₱3,419/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in New Zealand (~₱1,289/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~₱5,631/day). In fact, May is about 63% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in New Zealand, renting a SUV is 7% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New Zealand SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of ₱3,100/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a van in New Zealand (~₱2,169/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~₱8,220/day). In fact, May is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in New Zealand, renting a van saves you 3% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New Zealand van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱2,866/day
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Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios

Top rental agencies in New Zealand

Explore the leading car rental agencies in New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on November 20, 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in New Zealand, including those that serve Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.

Thrifty

66 locations

Hertz

58 locations

Firefly

48 locations

Sunnycars

43 locations

EZI

29 locations

Budget

24 locations

Moto Car Rental

23 locations

Avis

22 locations

Best New Zealand car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in New Zealand with an average daily rate of ₱8,975. Data was last updated on November 20, 2024.
We've found these great deals on car rentals in New Zealand, including options within the Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown area. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱2,866/day
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Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Hyundai Tucson₱5,683/day
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Hyundai Tucson
Ford EcoSport₱6,317/day
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A/C
Ford EcoSport

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on November 20, 2024.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in New Zealand?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Drive NZ (10.0 rating), keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating) and Avis (9.4 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in New Zealand.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in New Zealand?

    At ₱1,665/day, it is 31% cheaper on average to rent a car in Auckland than any other city in New Zealand. The cheapest price found in New Zealand was for ₱1,665/day in Auckland.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in New Zealand?

    In New Zealand, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.

Van rentals in New Zealand

Find van rental deals in New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in New Zealand cost an average of ₱16,457 per day. Price data was last updated on November 20, 2024.
Check out some of the deals we've found for van rentals in the New Zealand region, including pickup options close to Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown. We're constantly updating these deals so check back soon if you don't find what you're looking for.
Honda BR-V₱7,796/day
5
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Honda BR-V
Honda BR-V₱8,320/day
5
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A/C
Honda BR-V
Toyota Innova₱13,369/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Innova

Car rentals by fuel type in New Zealand

Browse car rentals by fuel type in New Zealand. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in New Zealand. Deals were last updated on November 20, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (₱190+).

Electric

Electric

₱216+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

₱204+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₱190+

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