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Queenstown car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Queenstown. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2026.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 36,121.68

Average price per day

Rp 1,763,142

Cheapest price per day

Rp 867,238
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Popular car types in Queenstown

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Queenstown and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 24 April 2026.
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Economy

Economy

Rp 303,491+

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Compact

Compact

Rp 316,972+

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SUV

SUV

Rp 521,258+

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People carrier

People carrier

Rp 1,130,660+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 426,547+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Rp 466,816+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 841,860+

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Cheapflights insights for Queenstown car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Queenstown, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Queenstown?

To get the best deal on car hire in Queenstown, book about 41 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 604,908, which is about 1,428,929% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Queenstown?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Queenstown is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10 with 3 reviews). Rental Cars 247 (rated 9.5/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Thrifty
Thrifty
10.0
Rental Cars 247
Rental Cars 247
9.5
Avis
Avis
9.0
Ace Rental Cars
Ace Rental Cars
9.0

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Queenstown?

Planning to hire a car in Queenstown? May is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 449,361 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 1,157,968. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

Rp 985,137

February

Rp 1,106,118

March

Rp 846,872

April

Rp 743,173

May

Rp 449,361

June

Rp 466,644

July

Rp 743,173

August

Rp 622,192

September

Rp 535,776

October

Rp 501,210

November

Rp 622,192

December

Rp 1,157,968

What car do most people hire in Queenstown?

Passenger van cars (Toyota HiAce or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Queenstown. SUV cars (Mitsubishi Montero or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Toyota HiAce or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Queenstown?

In Queenstown, EVOLVE RENTALS, Snap Rentals, and Thrifty have 3 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Queenstown

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Queenstown known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Queenstown. Reviews were last updated on 24 April 2026.

Thrifty

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.2

Rental Cars 247

9.5
Wonderful
3 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.5

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
5 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.3

Ace Rental Cars

9.0
Wonderful
5 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Hertz

8.8
Very Good
8 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.1

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals

8.6
Very Good
12 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.6

Snap Rentals

8.6
Very Good
7 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

Apex

8.2
Very Good
4 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

7.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Queenstown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Queenstown?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 1,763,142/day when booking a car hire in Queenstown. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 867,238/day from Hao Car Rentals Limited, booked on Apr. 18.

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

    Thrifty is one of the top picks in Queenstown. They can have you in a hire car for about Rp 13,886,277 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Queenstown?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Queenstown check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    Our recent data shows that Hao Car Rentals Limited can potentially be 93% below the average car hire price in Queenstown. Check prices and availability for Hao Car Rentals Limited and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Queenstown is on average Rp 59,512,616 a month or Rp 1,983,754 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Queenstown car hire.

Car rentals by fuel type in Queenstown

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Queenstown. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Queenstown. Deals were last updated on 24 April 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Queenstown. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (Rp 18+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 82+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 18+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 18+

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