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Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from Rp 206,684

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 15/8 and drop-off date of 8/9. 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 30 June 2025.

Most popular company

Yes Rentals

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

Rp 1,610,675

Cheapest price per day

Rp 206,684

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 30 June 2025.

There are, in total, 823 car hire locations in New Zealand that are operated by 97 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: Rp 206,684/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from New Zealand hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Rp 118,592+

Compact

Compact

Rp 206,684+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 365,834+

Full-size

Full-size

Rp 961,875+

SUV

SUV

Rp 421,642+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 727,125+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 1,372,323+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Rp 1,120,052+

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 206,684/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 544,629. Data was last updated on 30 June 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car rentals in New Zealand, including options within a close proximity to Wellington, Auckland and Taupo. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Toyota CorollaRp 206,684/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 212,687/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 262,979/day
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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 44 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 590,526/day on average when booked 44 days ahead, which saves you 1,433,283% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand?

JUCY is currently the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand with deals as low as Rp 156,391.95/day found in the past two weeks. New Zealand Discount Car Rentals is another inexpensive option with rates as low as Rp 171,804.03/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 460,740/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in New Zealand is December (Rp 1,112,914/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 863,076

February

Rp 872,810

March

Rp 707,333

April

Rp 629,461

May

Rp 460,740

June

Rp 499,676

July

Rp 577,547

August

Rp 522,388

September

Rp 509,409

October

Rp 558,079

November

Rp 707,333

December

Rp 1,112,914

What car do most people hire in New Zealand?

Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting New Zealand. SUV cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Kia Niro or similar).

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

Thrifty has 64 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in New Zealand at 59.

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 30 June 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in New Zealand, including locations near Wellington, Auckland and Taupo. Helpful information on each car rental agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.

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

Ace Rental Cars

8.3
Very Good
37 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.2

Hertz

8.1
Very Good
51 reviews59 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Budget

8.0
Very Good
35 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.7

Europcar

6.1
Okay
36 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.3

Avis

9.5
Wonderful
21 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.8

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

8.9

EZI

9.3
Wonderful
17 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.2

Thrifty

8.2
Very Good
24 reviews64 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.1

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 30 June 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 Yesaway, and with prices around Rp 385,788/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Yesaway is COMPACT, which starts as low as Rp 373,946/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 Queenstown where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 1,539,990/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in New Zealand was found in Queenstown for just Rp 1,462,687/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, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 30 June 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 (Rp 8+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 29+

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 8+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 11+

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