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Cheap Car Rentals in South Island

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Cheapest time to rent a car in South Island

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Island 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 10 June 2025.

January

Rp 796,230

February

Rp 779,980

March

Rp 601,234

April

Rp 536,236

May

Rp 357,491

June

Rp 389,990

July

Rp 503,737

August

Rp 454,988

September

Rp 438,739

October

Rp 503,737

November

Rp 584,985

December

Rp 1,056,223

Compare available car types for rental in South Island

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in South Island to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 June 2025.

Small cars

Rp 192,557 - Rp 1,246,333

All Car Types

Rp 493,793 - Rp 2,380,979

To hire a small car in South Island, you would pay an average price of Rp 494,942/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Island (~Rp 192,557/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 1,246,333/day). In fact, October is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a small car saves you 53% 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 South Island, you would pay an average price of Rp 991,752/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Island (~Rp 365,047/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 2,167,541/day). In fact, May is about 64% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a medium car saves you 6% 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 South Island, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,280,852/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in South Island (~Rp 821,904/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 2,924,632/day). In fact, October is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a large car is 19% 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.

To hire a SUV in South Island, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,122,437/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South Island (~Rp 444,182/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 2,630,555/day). In fact, July is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a SUV 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.

To hire a van in South Island, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,253,014/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in South Island (~Rp 685,570/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 3,153,071/day). In fact, May is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a van is 17% 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 South Island

Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Island known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Island. Reviews were last updated on 10 June 2025.

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

EZI

9.7
Wonderful
5 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

9.7

Avis

9.2
Wonderful
10 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

8.9

Dollar

9.0
Wonderful
3 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

9.2

Hertz

8.7
Very Good
23 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.5

Thrifty

8.5
Very Good
10 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.1

Ace Rental Cars

8.5
Very Good
21 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.5

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Island, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Island?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 1,246,019/day when booking a car hire in South Island. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 939,876/day from Snap Rentals, booked on Jun. 1.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Island for a week from Snap Rentals?

    From Snap Rentals you can hire a car in South Island from about Rp 5,925,658 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South Island?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in South Island.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South Island for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Snap Rentals can potentially be 11% below the average car hire price in South Island. Check prices and availability for Snap Rentals and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in South Island is on average Rp 25,395,678 a month or Rp 846,523 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your South Island car hire.

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