Cheap Car Hire in New Zealand from R94
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 New Zealand with a pick-up date of 23/6 and drop-off date of 26/6. 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.
New Zealand car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 June 2025.
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Popular car types in New Zealand
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in 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 June 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in New Zealand this past week from 824 hire locations out of 96 hire agencies. Prices for a New Zealand small car hire start from R94/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
R94+
Compact
R129+
Intermediate
R306+
Full-size
R436+
SUV
R389+
People carrier
R375+
Full-size SUV
R599+
Pick-up truck
R2 410+
Compare car hire deals in New Zealand by type
Here are the best New Zealand small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best New Zealand medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best New Zealand SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Best car hire deals found in New Zealand
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in New Zealand with an average daily rate of R667. Data was last updated on 14 June 2025.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the New Zealand region, including options close to Auckland, Queenstown and Wellington. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Cheapflights insights for New Zealand car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in New Zealand, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in New Zealand?
Book your car hire in New Zealand 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R818/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 546% off the usual average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand?
In New Zealand, the most affordable car hire company right now is Autounion Car Rental, offering prices from just R128,80/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Mode, with rates starting at R259,22/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in New Zealand?
Planning to hire a car in New Zealand? May is the cheapest month, costing about R627 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 336. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R1 131
February
R1 134
March
R991
April
R990
May
R627
June
R716
July
R776
August
R661
September
R653
October
R767
November
R918
December
R1 336
What car do most people hire in New Zealand?
Compact cars (Class Compact Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting New Zealand. SUV cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in New Zealand?
Thrifty has 66 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in New Zealand at 59.
Top rental agencies in New Zealand
Explore the leading car hire agencies in New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 14 June 2025.
Have a look at the top car hiring agencies available in New Zealand, including those that serve Auckland, Queenstown and Wellington. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 June 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in New Zealand?
The most popular car hire company at New Zealand is Alamo. With prices on COMPACT starting at R625/day about 100% more people book with Alamo than other companies in the country.
What side of the road do you drive on in New Zealand?
In New Zealand, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.
Car hires by fuel type in New Zealand
Browse car hires by fuel type in New Zealand. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 14 June 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R5+).
Electric
R23+
Hybrid
R5+
Petrol/Diesel
R7+