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Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from Rp 209,810

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 10/7 and drop-off date of 24/7. 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 10 June 2026.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

Rp 1,330,200

Cheapest price per day

Rp 209,810
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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 10 June 2026.
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There are, in total, 899 car hire locations in New Zealand that are operated by 116 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: Rp 209,810/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from New Zealand hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Rp 209,810+

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Compact

Compact

Rp 209,810+

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Full-size

Full-size

Rp 792,517+

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SUV

SUV

Rp 394,379+

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People carrier

People carrier

Rp 1,167,562+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 957,394+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 348,550+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 406,731+

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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 509,040. Data was last updated on 10 June 2026.
Toyota CorollaRp 209,810/day
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Toyota CorollaRp 264,411/day
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Toyota RAV4Rp 394,379/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 70 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 711,600/day on average when booked 70 days ahead, which saves you 1,566,093% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand?

Hao Car Rentals Limited is currently the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand with deals as low as Rp 6.92/day found in the past two weeks. North Car Rental is another inexpensive option with rates as low as Rp 7.53/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in New Zealand is June, when you can expect to pay Rp 550,483/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in New Zealand is December (Rp 1,221,804/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 1,047,261

February

Rp 1,172,574

March

Rp 904,046

April

Rp 756,355

May

Rp 631,042

June

Rp 550,483

July

Rp 662,370

August

Rp 631,042

September

Rp 613,140

October

Rp 653,419

November

Rp 917,472

December

Rp 1,221,805

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 (Toyota Previa or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Toyota Previa or similar).

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

Avis has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. NextCar has the second-highest number of locations in New Zealand at 1.

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 47 pickup locations in New Zealand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 June 2026.

Among the most popular cities in New Zealand, Rotorua offers the lowest average rental price at just Rp 200,680/day. Other affordable options include Wellington (Rp 286,788/day), Auckland (Rp 390,798/day), and Christchurch (Rp 443,788/day).

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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 10 June 2026.

Avis

9.5
Wonderful
20 reviews•21 locations
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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.0

NextCar

1 location
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JUCY

8 locations
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National

8 locations
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NZZU

2 locations
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Rhodium

2 locations
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Maui

3 locations
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Hao Car Rentals Limited

2 locations
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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 10 June 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 A RENTALS, and with prices around Rp 914,787/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from A RENTALS is SUV, which starts as low as Rp 682,062/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 Wellington where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 286,788/day (79% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in New Zealand was found in Wellington for just Rp 286,788/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 10 June 2026.
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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 11+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 23+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 13+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 11+

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