South Island

Cheap Car Rentals in South Island from Rp 369,905

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 2/5 and drop-off date of 9/5. 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 3 April 2026.

There are currently 107 hire locations operating in South Island spread across 79 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Island is small car at Rp 369,905 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Rp 264,606+

Compact

Compact

Rp 369,905+

SUV

SUV

Rp 538,383+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 1,454,654+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 944,803+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 482,167+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Rp 538,383+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 538,383+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Rp 656,760+

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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20Rp 369,905/day
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Hyundai i20

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 791,033. Data was last updated on 3 April 2026.
Hyundai i20Rp 369,905/day
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota RAV4Rp 538,383/day
2
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A/C
Toyota RAV4
Hyundai i20Rp 588,145/day
4
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Hyundai i20

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 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 602,921, which is about 1,505,697% 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 Bargain Rental Cars (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Dollar (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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 407,609. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,120,924 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 407,609. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,120,924 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 900,136

February

Rp 1,052,989

March

Rp 772,758

April

Rp 662,364

May

Rp 407,609

June

Rp 441,576

July

Rp 645,380

August

Rp 543,478

September

Rp 501,019

October

Rp 492,527

November

Rp 619,905

December

Rp 1,120,924

What car do most people hire in South Island?

Full-size cars (Kia Carnival, for example) are the most popular in South Island. Passenger van (Toyota HiAce) and SUV (Mitsubishi Montero) 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 3 April 2026.

Bargain Rental Cars

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Dollar

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.5

EZI

9.6
Wonderful
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.6

Avis

9.3
Wonderful
10 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.6

Thrifty

8.4
Very Good
8 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.1

Ace Rental Cars

8.4
Very Good
16 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.5

Apex

8.3
Very Good
11 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.1

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals

8.0
Very Good
19 reviews3 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 3 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Island?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 1,185,186/day when booking a car hire in South Island. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 531,401/day from Autounion Car Rental, booked on Mar. 28.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Island for a week from EZU Car Rental?

    From EZU Car Rental you can hire a car in South Island from about Rp 4,777,428 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 Autounion Car Rental can potentially be 88% below the average car hire price in South Island. Check prices and availability for Autounion Car Rental and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in South Island is on average Rp 20,474,694 a month or Rp 682,490 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your South Island car hire.

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