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Cheap Car Rentals in South Island from Rp 149,334

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 1/8 and drop-off date of 10/8. 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 9 July 2025.

There are currently 103 hire locations operating in South Island spread across 74 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Island is small car at Rp 149,334 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Rp 214,170+

Compact

Compact

Rp 149,334+

SUV

SUV

Rp 360,416+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 808,742+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 808,417+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 1,431,102+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 288,430+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Rp 309,555+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 362,041+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Rp 448,326+

Standard estate car

Standard estate car

Rp 562,886+

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 149,334/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota CorollaRp 205,232/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 564,213. Data was last updated on 9 July 2025.
Hyundai i20Rp 149,334/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota CorollaRp 205,232/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i20Rp 240,819/day
4
M
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 55 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 560,611, which is about 1,480,058% 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 keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). EZI (rated 9.7/10 with 5 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 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 828,729

February

Rp 804,355

March

Rp 609,360

April

Rp 560,611

May

Rp 365,616

June

Rp 422,489

July

Rp 593,110

August

Rp 536,237

September

Rp 463,113

October

Rp 503,737

November

Rp 593,110

December

Rp 1,104,972

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 (Kia Carnival) and SUV (Nissan X-Trail) 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 9 July 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 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

8.9

Dollar

8.8
Very Good
2 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.1

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 9 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Island for a week from Yes Rentals?

    From Yes Rentals you can hire a car in South Island from about Rp 13,275,431 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.

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