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Cheap Car Hire in Auckland, New Zealand from R455

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 7/12 and drop-off date of 9/12. 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 2024

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 7 November 2024.

Most popular company

NORTHCARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

R30,90

Average price per day

R203

Cheapest price per day

R455

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Auckland?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Auckland, New Zealand and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 7 November 2024.

January

R829

February

R988

March

R847

April

R512

May

R370

June

R370

July

R406

August

R423

September

R423

October

R547

November

R759

December

R1 147

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Auckland is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 7 November 2024.

At R455/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Auckland in the past week. Out of 66 car hire agencies operating in Auckland, there are, in total, 146 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Full-size

Full-size

R2 161+

SUV

SUV

R1 460+

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 063+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare available car types for rental in Auckland, New Zealand

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Auckland, New Zealand to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 November 2024.

Small cars

R178 - R1 209

All Car Types

R388 - R1 583

To hire a small car in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of R641/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Auckland, New Zealand (~R178/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 209/day). In fact, July is about 73% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, renting a small car saves you 26% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Auckland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of R872/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Auckland, New Zealand (~R369/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 739/day). In fact, September is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, renting a medium car is 1% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of R1 226/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Auckland, New Zealand (~R443/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 403/day). In fact, March is about 64% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, renting a large car is 30% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of R985/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Auckland, New Zealand (~R359/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 970/day). In fact, April is about 64% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, renting a SUV is 13% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Auckland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of R1 151/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Auckland, New Zealand (~R571/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R5 368/day). In fact, May is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, renting a van is 25% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Auckland van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Ford FiestaR455/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Toyota Corolla QuestR709/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota Corolla QuestR711/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 7 November 2024.
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
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,7

Overall

9,7

Pick-up/drop-off

9,5

Value

9,0

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
14 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,2

Budget

8,2
Very Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,8

Ace Rental Cars

8,2
Very Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,4

Thrifty

7,7
Good
3 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,5

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

8,0

Dollar

7,4
Good
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

7,4

Europcar

5,8
Fair
11 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,1

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,7

Best Auckland, New Zealand car hire deals found

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 R890. Data was last updated on 7 November 2024.
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.
Ford FiestaR455/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Toyota Corolla QuestR709/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota Corolla QuestR711/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 7 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Auckland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R203/day when booking a car hire in Auckland. The absolute best deal a user found was for R203/day from North Car Rental, booked on Nov. 3.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Auckland?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Auckland from the following companies over the past two weeks: Rental Cars 247 (R455/day), EZU Car Rental (R709/day), and Yes Rentals (R711/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Auckland?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Bargain Rental Cars (10,0 rating), Drive NZ (10,0 rating) and Avis (9,7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Auckland.

  • What are petrol prices like in Auckland?

    The average price of petrol in Auckland is R30,90/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 390 and R2 008 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Auckland for a week from North Car Rental?

    North Car Rental is one of the top picks in Auckland. They can have you in a hire car for about R1 423 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Auckland for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 31%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Auckland.

  • 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 R6 097 (R203/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 Economy to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in December to be on average R1 123 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Auckland?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Auckland is Intermediate (Toyota Corolla) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Small car hires in Auckland, New Zealand

Find small car hire deals in Auckland, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Auckland, New Zealand cost an average of R2 202 per day. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2024.
Renault KwidR1 920/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Renault KwidR1 976/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Renault KwidR2 022/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid

Van hires in Auckland, New Zealand

Find people carrier hire deals in Auckland, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Auckland, New Zealand cost an average of R1 674 per day. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van hires in the Auckland area at the moment. If you're not finding the right deal for your van hire, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Toyota AvanzaR1 307/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR1 480/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR1 744/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

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 7 November 2024.

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 (R33+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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