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

For the best savings on car hire in Wellington, make your reservation 28 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 496,831/day – about 1,376,923% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Wellington?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Wellington is Avis (rated 10.0/10). Budget (rated 9.7/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Avis
Avis
10.0
Budget
Budget
9.7
Apex
Apex
9.6
Dollar
Dollar
8.5

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

At Wellington, the best time to rent a car is at June, with an average daily rate of just Rp 462,566. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,096,454 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 Wellington, the best time to rent a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just Rp 462,566. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,096,454 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 719,548

February

Rp 839,472

March

Rp 702,416

April

Rp 702,416

May

Rp 496,831

June

Rp 462,566

July

Rp 496,831

August

Rp 462,566

September

Rp 462,566

October

Rp 479,698

November

Rp 496,831

December

Rp 1,096,454

What car do most people hire in Wellington?

SUV cars (Class Standard SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Wellington. Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Wellington?

Thrifty has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Ace Rental Cars has the second-highest number of locations in Wellington at 4.

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Top rental agencies in Wellington, New Zealand

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Wellington, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Wellington, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 22 April 2026.

Avis

3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Budget

9.7
Wonderful
4 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

10.0

Apex

9.6
Wonderful
8 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.4

Dollar

8.5
Very Good
2 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.5

Ace Rental Cars

8.4
Very Good
4 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

8.0

Thrifty

8.2
Very Good
7 reviews•6 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Hertz

7.7
Good
4 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Europcar

5.6
Fair
5 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Wellington, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 April 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Wellington for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in Wellington, offering car hire for around Rp 1,921,192 per week on average.

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

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

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