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Cheap Car Rentals in South Island from HK$214

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 South Island with a pick-up date of 17-5 and drop-off date of 30-5. 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.
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Island?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Island 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 22 February 2025.

January

HK$380

February

HK$388

March

HK$349

April

HK$240

May

HK$186

June

HK$194

July

HK$233

August

HK$225

September

HK$209

October

HK$240

November

HK$279

December

HK$505

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Island 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 South Island

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South Island and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 22 February 2025.

There are, in total, 96 car hire locations in South Island that are operated by 71 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: HK$214/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from South Island hire providers:

Economy

Economy

HK$142+

Compact

Compact

HK$214+

Full-size

Full-size

HK$484+

SUV

SUV

HK$269+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$417+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$428+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

HK$493+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

HK$214+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$240+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

HK$253+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

HK$308+

Compare available car types for rental in South Island

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in South Island to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 February 2025.

Small cars

HK$112 - HK$535

All Car Types

HK$184 - HK$673

To hire a small car in South Island, you would pay an average price of HK$311/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Island (~HK$112/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$535/day). In fact, June is about 64% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a small car saves you 28% 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 hire a medium car in South Island, you would pay an average price of HK$407/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Island (~HK$209/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$696/day). In fact, June is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, 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.

To hire a large car in South Island, you would pay an average price of HK$536/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in South Island (~HK$155/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~HK$962/day). In fact, June is about 72% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a large car is 21% 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 South Island, you would pay an average price of HK$428/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South Island (~HK$257/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~HK$746/day). In fact, May is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, 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 South Island, you would pay an average price of HK$653/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in South Island (~HK$330/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$1,302/day). In fact, June is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a van is 35% 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.

Top rental agencies in South Island

Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Island known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Island. Reviews were last updated on 22 February 2025.

Dollar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.5

EZI

9.5
Wonderful
3 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.5

Avis

9.4
Wonderful
9 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.8

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.0

Apex

8.6
Very Good
13 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Hertz

8.5
Very Good
18 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.2

Ace Rental Cars

8.5
Very Good
19 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.4

Thrifty

8.4
Very Good
8 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.1

Snap Rentals

8.0
Very Good
10 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.1

Best South Island car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South Island. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in South Island with an average daily rate of HK$248. Data was last updated on 22 February 2025.
Honda FitHK$214/day
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A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitHK$219/day
4
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Hyundai i20HK$264/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Island, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 February 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Island?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$543/day when booking a car hire in South Island. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$411/day from Yes Rentals, booked on Feb. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in South Island?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in South Island from the following companies over the past two weeks: New Zealand Discount Car Rentals (HK$180/day), Snap Rentals (HK$214/day), and Budget (HK$214/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Island?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Bargain Rental Cars (10.0 rating), Alamo (10.0 rating) and EZI (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Island.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Island for a week from Mode Car & Camper Rentals?

    Mode Car & Camper Rentals is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in South Island. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about HK$7,389 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in South Island for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 48% to make it a great deal in South Island. Try to book at least 60 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South Island?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from South Island it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South Island for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in South Island can be found for about HK$31,668, with the average price for a rental being around HK$1,056 a day. Book with Yes Rentals, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 73% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Island.

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