New Zealand

Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from Rp 624,294

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 17/1 and drop-off date of 19/1. 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 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 3 December 2025.

Most popular company

Snap Rentals

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

Rp 992,024

Cheapest price per day

Rp 624,294

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 3 December 2025.

There are, in total, 838 car hire locations in New Zealand that are operated by 100 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: Rp 624,294/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from New Zealand hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Rp 624,294+

Compact

Compact

Rp 624,294+

Full-size

Full-size

Rp 1,712,197+

SUV

SUV

Rp 1,233,466+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 1,707,876+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 1,058,159+

Mini

Mini

Rp 2,260,053+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Rp 2,034,064+

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 large 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 624,294/day
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Toyota CorollaRp 700,897/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 1,362,704. Data was last updated on 3 December 2025.
Toyota CorollaRp 624,294/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 700,897/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 794,948/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 30 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 598,205/day on average when booked 30 days ahead, which saves you 1,421,963% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand?

Budget is currently the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand with deals as low as Rp 186,274.52/day found in the past two weeks. Rental Cars 247 is another inexpensive option with rates as low as Rp 208,541.05/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 478,564/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in New Zealand is December (Rp 1,163,177/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 857,428

February

Rp 900,631

March

Rp 727,817

April

Rp 664,673

May

Rp 478,564

June

Rp 495,181

July

Rp 608,175

August

Rp 584,912

September

Rp 555,002

October

Rp 574,942

November

Rp 777,667

December

Rp 1,163,177

What car do most people hire in New Zealand?

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

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 247 pickup locations in New Zealand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 December 2025.

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 3 December 2025.

Ace Rental Cars

8.4
Very Good
39 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.3

Apex

8.4
Very Good
42 reviews15 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
40 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.1

Hertz

8.2
Very Good
53 reviews60 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Avis

9.5
Wonderful
21 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.9

EZI

9.2
Wonderful
19 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

9.0

Thrifty

8.2
Very Good
26 reviews63 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.0

Bargain Rental Cars

20 locations

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 3 December 2025.
  • 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 Snap Rentals, and with prices around Rp 915,088/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Snap Rentals is COMPACT, which starts as low as Rp 684,114/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 186,275/day (68% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in New Zealand was found in Rotorua for just Rp 186,275/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 3 December 2025.

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 46+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 69+

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 48+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 46+

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