New Zealand

Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from Rp 343,840

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 1/5 and drop-off date of 10/5. 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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New Zealand car rentals in 2026

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 1 April 2026.

Most popular company

Ace Rental Cars

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

Rp 1,387,128

Cheapest price per day

Rp 343,840

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 1 April 2026.

There are, in total, 854 car hire locations in New Zealand that are operated by 105 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: Rp 343,840/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from New Zealand hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Rp 258,600+

Compact

Compact

Rp 343,840+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 390,612+

Full-size

Full-size

Rp 1,187,934+

SUV

SUV

Rp 533,299+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 1,451,449+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 939,671+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 475,513+

Compare car rental deals in New Zealand by type

Here are the best New Zealand small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New Zealand van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota CorollaRp 343,840/day
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Toyota Corolla

Best car rental deals found in New Zealand

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 Rp 908,490. Data was last updated on 1 April 2026.
Toyota CorollaRp 343,840/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 521,098/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 528,046/day
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Toyota Corolla

Cheapflights insights for New Zealand car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in New Zealand, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in New Zealand?

Book your car hire in New Zealand 56 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 657,516/day on average when booked 56 days ahead, which saves you 1,520,729% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand?

EZU Car Rental is currently the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand with deals as low as Rp 235,044.91/day found in the past two weeks. Mode is another inexpensive option with rates as low as Rp 265,717.69/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in New Zealand is May, when you can expect to pay Rp 498,221/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in New Zealand is December (Rp 1,138,790/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

Rp 928,656

February

Rp 1,050,669

March

Rp 847,314

April

Rp 735,469

May

Rp 498,221

June

Rp 504,999

July

Rp 613,455

August

Rp 545,670

September

Rp 559,227

October

Rp 576,174

November

Rp 793,086

December

Rp 1,138,790

What car do most people hire in New Zealand?

SUV cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting New Zealand. Passenger van cars (Class Luxury Van or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Toyota HiAce or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in New Zealand?

Thrifty has 63 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in New Zealand at 60.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in New Zealand?

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 241 pickup locations in New Zealand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 April 2026.

Among the most popular cities in New Zealand, Rotorua offers the lowest average rental price at just Rp 189,968/day. Other affordable options include Auckland (Rp 276,902/day), Christchurch (Rp 370,615/day), and Queenstown (Rp 661,413/day).

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 1 April 2026.

Ace Rental Cars

8.4
Very Good
39 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Apex

8.4
Very Good
42 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.4

Budget

8.2
Very Good
41 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.2

Hertz

7.9
Good
57 reviews60 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Europcar

7.2
Good
40 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Avis

9.5
Wonderful
22 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.0

EZI

9.0
Wonderful
20 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.1

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.8

Thrifty

8.2
Very Good
27 reviews63 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

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 1 April 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in New Zealand?

    When hiring a car in New Zealand, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Yes Rentals, and with prices around Rp 1,710,219/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Yes Rentals is PASSENGER_VAN, which starts as low as Rp 819,522/day.

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

    When visiting New Zealand, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Rotorua where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 793,340/day (50% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in New Zealand was found in Christchurch for just Rp 637,314/day.

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

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in New Zealand.

Car rentals by fuel type in New Zealand

Browse car rentals by fuel type in New Zealand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 1 April 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (Rp 31+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 108+

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 43+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 31+

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