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Cheap Car Rentals in Wellington, New Zealand

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Wellington?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Wellington, 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 21 November 2024.

January

HK$326

February

HK$350

March

HK$365

April

HK$287

May

HK$225

June

HK$217

July

HK$233

August

HK$225

September

HK$225

October

HK$241

November

HK$280

December

HK$435

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Wellington is June. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Wellington, New Zealand

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Wellington, 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 21 November 2024.

Small cars

HK$164 - HK$431

All Car Types

HK$165 - HK$1,137

To hire a small car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of HK$133/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Wellington, New Zealand (~HK$164/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~HK$431/day). In fact, December is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wellington, hiring a small car saves you 61% 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 Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of HK$242/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Wellington, New Zealand (~HK$165/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~HK$692/day). In fact, September is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wellington, hiring a medium 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 SUV in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of HK$268/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Wellington, New Zealand (~HK$107/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$601/day). In fact, January is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wellington, hiring a SUV saves you 21% 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.

Top rental agencies in Wellington, New Zealand

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Wellington, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Wellington, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Wellington area such as Avis, Budget and Apex. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Avis

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.6

Apex

9.5
Wonderful
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.2

Dollar

8.5
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.5

Hertz

8.2
Very Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Thrifty

7.6
Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.6

Ace Rental Cars

7.3
Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.3

Europcar

6.4
Okay
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Wellington, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Wellington?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10.0 rating), Yesaway (10.0 rating) and Budget (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Wellington.

  • What are petrol prices like in Wellington?

    The average price of petrol in Wellington is HK$12.92/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$581 and HK$840 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Wellington for a week from Budget?

    From Budget you can hire a car in Wellington from about HK$1,896 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 35%. Aim to book your car hire at least 78 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Wellington.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Wellington?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Wellington however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people hire in Wellington?

    The most popular car to hire while in Wellington is the Ford Ranger, which is a Full-size vehicle.

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