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Cheapest time to rent a car in Queenstown

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Queenstown 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 9 June 2025.

January

Rp 864,177

February

Rp 831,566

March

Rp 619,598

April

Rp 586,988

May

Rp 375,020

June

Rp 456,546

July

Rp 684,819

August

Rp 619,598

September

Rp 472,851

October

Rp 505,462

November

Rp 603,293

December

Rp 1,157,671

Compare available car types for rental in Queenstown

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Queenstown to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 June 2025.

Small cars

Rp 154,247 - Rp 1,727,656

All Car Types

Rp 668,215 - Rp 2,505,951

To hire a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 689,792/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~Rp 154,247/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 1,727,656/day). In fact, May is about 78% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a small car saves you 41% 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 Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 996,466/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~Rp 574,270/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 2,183,173/day). In fact, November is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a medium car saves you 15% 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 large car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,128,900/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~Rp 511,658/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 2,752,150/day). In fact, May is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a large car saves you 3% 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 Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 940,296/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Queenstown, New Zealand (~Rp 651,502/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 1,772,378/day). In fact, May is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a SUV saves you 20% 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 van in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,249,133/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Queenstown, New Zealand (~Rp 1,070,112/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~Rp 3,197,619/day). In fact, May is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a van is 7% more expensive. 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 Queenstown

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Queenstown known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Queenstown. Reviews were last updated on 9 June 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Queenstown, including Thrifty, Rental Cars 247 and Hertz in Queenstown. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Thrifty

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.2

Rental Cars 247

9.5
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.5

Hertz

9.3
Wonderful
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.6

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.3

Snap Rentals

8.6
Very Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

Ace Rental Cars

8.6
Very Good
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals

8.6
Very Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.6

Apex

8.2
Very Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

7.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Queenstown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Queenstown for a week from Yesaway?

    Yesaway is one of the top picks in Queenstown. They can have you in a hire car for about Rp 5,844,937 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Queenstown check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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