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

Book your car hire in Papeete 9 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R747/day on average when booked 9 days ahead, which saves you 1 098% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Papeete?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Papeete is Hertz (rated 7.2/10 with 32 reviews). Avis (rated 8.8/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Hertz
Hertz
7.2
Avis
Avis
8.8
Europcar
Europcar
8.0
Thrifty
Thrifty
3.0

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Papeete is January, when you can expect to pay R868/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Papeete is September (R1 424/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

R903

March

R868

April

R920

May

R938

June

R1 111

July

R1 285

August

R1 216

September

R1 424

October

R1 285

November

R1 129

December

R1 025

What car do most people hire in Papeete?

Mini cars (Hyundai i10, for example) are the most popular in Papeete. Economy (Suzuki Swift) and Compact (Peugeot 208) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Papeete.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Papeete?

In Papeete, Avis, Hertz, and Thrifty have 2 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Papeete

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Papeete known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car hire companies in Papeete. Reviews were last updated on 24 November 2025.

Hertz

7,2
Good
32 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,8

Avis

8,8
Very Good
2 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Europcar

1 location
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Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

7,5

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,5

Thrifty

3,0
Poor
3 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

3,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

4,0

Shouqi

1 location
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keddy by Europcar

1 location
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Papeete, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 November 2025.

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

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

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