Auckland

Cheap Car Hire in Auckland, New Zealand from R936

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 Auckland with a pick-up date of 11/11 and drop-off date of 12/11. 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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Auckland, New Zealand car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Auckland, New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 September 2025.

Most popular company

DISCOUNTNZ

Price of petrol per litre

R29,35

Average price per day

R251

Cheapest price per day

R936

Popular car types in Auckland, New Zealand

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Auckland, New Zealand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 18 September 2025.

At R936/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Auckland in the past week. Out of 69 car hire agencies operating in Auckland, there are, in total, 157 hire locations. View below for 2 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Full-size

Full-size

R1 988+

SUV

SUV

R1 615+

People carrier

People carrier

R1 039+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 359+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R1 281+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R1 548+

Compare car hire deals in Auckland, New Zealand by type

Here are the best Auckland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Auckland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai AtosR936/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos
Ford KaR936/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 067/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Best car hire deals found in Auckland

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Auckland, New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Auckland, New Zealand with an average daily rate of R1 531. Data was last updated on 18 September 2025.
Hyundai AtosR936/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos
Volkswagen Polo VivoR936/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Hyundai i10R1 067/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Cheapflights insights for Auckland car hires

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in Auckland, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R556/day – about 1 478% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Auckland?

Looking to hire a car in Auckland? New Zealand Discount Car Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R84,40/day. Autounion Car Rental also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R370,92/day.

What is the best car rental company in Auckland?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Auckland is Avis (rated 9.7/10 with 3 reviews). Snap Rentals (rated 8.7/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Auckland?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Auckland is May, when you can expect to pay R330/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Auckland is December (R1 216/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R868

February

R938

March

R608

April

R538

May

R330

June

R330

July

R417

August

R382

September

R417

October

R521

November

R764

December

R1 216

Which car hire company has the most locations in Auckland?

Bargain Rental Cars has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Auckland at 10.

Top rental agencies in Auckland, New Zealand

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Auckland, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Auckland, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 18 September 2025.

Avis

9,7
Wonderful
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

9,7

Overall

9,7

Pick-up/drop-off

9,4

Value

8,8

Snap Rentals

8,7
Very Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,5

Hertz

8,3
Very Good
13 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,2

Budget

8,2
Very Good
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,4

Comfort

9,0

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,8

Ace Rental Cars

8,0
Very Good
12 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

8,1

Thrifty

7,4
Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,4

Europcar

5,3
Fair
13 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

6,3

Go Rentals

4 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Auckland, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 September 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Auckland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R251/day when booking a car hire in Auckland. The absolute best deal a user found was for R84/day from New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, booked on Sep. 14.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Auckland for a week from New Zealand Discount Car Rentals?

    New Zealand Discount Car Rentals is one of the top picks in Auckland. They can have you in a hire car for about R1 758 per week on average.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Auckland for a month is certainly possible.

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

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Auckland is R7 533 (R251/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Auckland for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Auckland are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Compact to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in October to be on average R514 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand

Browse car hires by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Auckland, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 18 September 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R54+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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