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Cheap Car Hire in Auckland, New Zealand from R128

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 1/8 and drop-off date of 31/8. 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 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 14 July 2025.

At R128/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, 151 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

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:

Volkswagen Polo VivoR128/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Hyundai AccentR142/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Volkswagen Polo VivoR143/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

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 R373. Data was last updated on 14 July 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Auckland area. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR128/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Hyundai AccentR142/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Volkswagen Polo VivoR143/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

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 R574/day – about 1 529% 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 R214,16/day. Mode also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R218,11/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 4 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 R341/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Auckland is December (R1 256/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

R897

February

R969

March

R628

April

R556

May

R341

June

R341

July

R430

August

R413

September

R413

October

R538

November

R789

December

R1 256

Which car hire company has the most locations in Auckland?

Sunnycars has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Bargain Car Rentals has the second-highest number of locations in Auckland at 7.

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 14 July 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Auckland, such as Avis, Snap Rentals and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

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
4 reviews5 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

8,1
Very Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,4

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,7

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

Sunnycars

10 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 14 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Auckland for a week from Mode?

    Mode is one of the top picks in Auckland. They can have you in a hire car for about R1 814 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 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 Economy to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in August to be on average R0 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand

Browse car hires by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Auckland, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 14 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R6+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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