Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from HK$179
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in New Zealand with a pick-up date of 2-3 and drop-off date of 8-3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
New Zealand car rentals in 2025
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 17 January 2025.
Most popular company | Mode Car & Camper Rentals |
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Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | HK$478 |
Cheapest price per day | HK$179 |
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 312 pickup locations in New Zealand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Price | HK$362 - HK$449 |
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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 17 January 2025.
January
HK$381
February
HK$451
March
HK$381
April
HK$225
May
HK$155
June
HK$163
July
HK$179
August
HK$179
September
HK$186
October
HK$241
November
HK$327
December
HK$537
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 17 January 2025.
There are 90 hire agencies servicing New Zealand. These agencies, altogether, have 807 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in New Zealand with prices from HK$179 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in New Zealand:
Economy
HK$171+
Compact
HK$179+
Intermediate
HK$325+
Full-size
HK$473+
SUV
HK$312+
People carrier
HK$368+
Full-size SUV
HK$485+
Passenger van
HK$579+
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 17 January 2025.
Small cars | HK$122 - HK$554 | |
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All Car Types | HK$191 - HK$918 |
To hire a small car in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of HK$314/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in New Zealand (~HK$122/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$554/day). In fact, June is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Zealand, hiring a small car saves you 32% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of HK$436/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in New Zealand (~HK$224/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~HK$786/day). In fact, June is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Zealand, hiring a medium car saves you 5% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of HK$635/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in New Zealand (~HK$310/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~HK$1,286/day). In fact, August is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Zealand, hiring a large car is 29% 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 hire a SUV in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of HK$458/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in New Zealand (~HK$234/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~HK$810/day). In fact, September is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Zealand, hiring a SUV is 1% 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 hire a van in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of HK$660/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a van in New Zealand (~HK$312/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~HK$1,754/day). In fact, July is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Zealand, hiring a van is 31% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 17 January 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving New Zealand, including those serving the Auckland, Queenstown and Wellington area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.
Thrifty
Hertz
Firefly
Sunnycars
EZI
Budget
Moto Car Rental
Avis
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 HK$282. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on rental cars within the New Zealand region, including options close to Auckland, Queenstown and Wellington. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
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 17 January 2025.
Which car hire 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 (9.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in New Zealand.
What is the most popular car hire provider in New Zealand?
The most popular car hire company at New Zealand is EZU Car Rental. With prices on COMPACT starting at HK$132/day about 273% more people book with EZU Car Rental than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in New Zealand?
At HK$195/day, the cheapest car rental price in New Zealand was found in Auckland. On average, Christchurch has the cheapest daily rental car price (HK$445/day), which is 4% below average price for cities in New Zealand.
What side of the road do you drive on in New Zealand?
Cars in New Zealand are to be driven on the left side of the road.
Small car rentals in New Zealand
Find small car rental deals in New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in New Zealand cost an average of HK$628 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Luxury car rentals in New Zealand
Find luxury car rental deals in New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in New Zealand cost an average of HK$596 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found when it comes to luxury car rentals in New Zealand, including pickup locations near Auckland, Queenstown and Wellington. Make sure to compare the details of each deal to find the one that is right for you.
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 hires in New Zealand cost an average of HK$552 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
For those needing a little more space, we've found these great deals on van rentals in New Zealand, including pickup near Auckland, Queenstown and Wellington. Be sure to come back soon for more deals if you don't find one that is perfect for you.
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 17 January 2025.
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 (HK$22+).
Electric
HK$33+
Hybrid
HK$22+
Petrol/Diesel
HK$22+