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Cheap Car Rentals in South Island from Rp 145,434
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 South Island with a pick-up date of 16/9 and drop-off date of 22/9. 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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Popular car types in South Island
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South Island and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 26 August 2025.
There are currently 102 hire locations operating in South Island spread across 73 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Island is small car at Rp 145,434 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
Rp 146,409+
Compact
Rp 145,434+
SUV
Rp 368,216+
People carrier
Rp 846,929+
Full-size SUV
Rp 1,391,615+
Passenger van
Rp 2,793,955+
Pick-up truck
Rp 2,574,098+
Compact SUV
Rp 283,068+
Supplier choice
Rp 291,030+
Intermediate SUV
Rp 377,966+
Standard SUV
Rp 498,050+
Compare car rental deals in South Island by type
Here are the best South Island small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Island SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Island van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Hyundai i20Rp 145,434/day
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Toyota CorollaRp 691,583/day
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Best car rental deals found in South Island
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South Island. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in South Island with an average daily rate of Rp 1,038,638. Data was last updated on 26 August 2025.
Hyundai i20Rp 145,434/day
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Toyota RAV4Rp 368,216/day
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A/C
Toyota RAV4Rp 391,453/day
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Cheapflights insights for South Island car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Island, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South Island?
To get the best deal on car hire in South Island, book about 55 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 560,611, which is about 1,475,189% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in South Island?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in South Island is Dollar (rated 10.0/10). EZI (rated 9.5/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Dollar
10.0
EZI
9.5
Avis
9.3
Thrifty
8.4
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Island?
At South Island, the best time to rent a car is at May, with an average daily rate of just Rp 365,616. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,104,972 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In South Island, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just Rp 365,616. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,104,972 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
Rp 836,854
February
Rp 804,355
March
Rp 609,360
April
Rp 552,486
May
Rp 365,616
June
Rp 430,614
July
Rp 617,485
August
Rp 536,237
September
Rp 471,238
October
Rp 487,488
November
Rp 593,110
December
Rp 1,104,972
What car do most people hire in South Island?
Passenger van cars (Kia Carnival, for example) are the most popular in South Island. Full-size (Kia Carnival) and Premium (Hyundai H-1) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Island.
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 26 August 2025.
Dollar
4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.5
Value
9.5
EZI
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Overall
9.5
Pick-up/drop-off
9.5
Value
9.5
Avis
10 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Overall
9.3
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
8.6
Thrifty
8 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.7
Value
8.1
Apex
11 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.1
Hertz
15 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.6
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
7.9
Ace Rental Cars
16 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.2
Pick-up/drop-off
8.3
Value
8.3
New Zealand Discount Car Rentals
19 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
7.9
Value
8.3
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 26 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South Island?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 1,202,426/day when booking a car hire in South Island. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 1,172,179/day from Yes Rentals, booked on Aug. 24.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South Island for a week from Budget?
From Budget you can hire a car in South Island from about Rp 6,824,830 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 Yes Rentals can potentially be 77% below the average car hire price in South Island. Check prices and availability for Yes Rentals and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in South Island is on average Rp 29,249,268 a month or Rp 974,976 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your South Island car hire.