South Island

Cheap Car Rentals in South Island from Rp 329,344

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 25/5 and drop-off date of 1/6. 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 11 March 2026.

There are currently 106 hire locations operating in South Island spread across 78 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Island is small car at Rp 329,344 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Rp 334,232+

Compact

Compact

Rp 329,344+

Full-size

Full-size

Rp 1,253,834+

SUV

SUV

Rp 664,419+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 1,678,914+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 1,166,526+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Rp 1,757,290+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 598,685+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 636,777+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Rp 664,251+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Rp 1,121,861+

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 329,344/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 994,063. Data was last updated on 11 March 2026.
Hyundai i20Rp 329,344/day
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota CorollaRp 463,004/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i20Rp 636,103/day
4
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A/C
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 581,493, which is about 1,461,305% 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 9.6/10 with 3 reviews) 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 387,662. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,112,422 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 387,662. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,112,422 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 884,881

February

Rp 1,045,003

March

Rp 741,615

April

Rp 632,058

May

Rp 387,662

June

Rp 438,227

July

Rp 640,485

August

Rp 539,356

September

Rp 514,074

October

Rp 497,219

November

Rp 615,203

December

Rp 1,112,422

What car do most people hire in South Island?

SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV, for example) are the most popular in South Island. Passenger van (Toyota HiAce) and Full-size (Kia Carnival) 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 11 March 2026.

Dollar

5 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 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.6

Avis

9.3
Wonderful
11 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.7

Ace Rental Cars

8.6
Very Good
19 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

Thrifty

8.4
Very Good
8 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.1

Apex

8.2
Very Good
16 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.2

Europcar

8.1
Very Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

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 11 March 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Island?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 601,382/day when booking a car hire in South Island. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 592,786/day from New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, booked on Mar. 7.

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

    From Thrifty you can hire a car in South Island from about Rp 13,682,033 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 New Zealand Discount Car Rentals can potentially be 70% below the average car hire price in South Island. Check prices and availability for New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in South Island is on average Rp 58,637,284 a month or Rp 1,954,576 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your South Island car hire.

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