Cheap Car Hire in South Island from R200
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 South Island with a pick-up date of 19/10 and drop-off date of 16/11. 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.
Popular car types in South Island
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South Island and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 7 October 2026.
There are, in total, 118 car hire locations in South Island that are operated by 88 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R200/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from South Island hire providers:
Economy
R200+
Compact
R286+
Full-size
R1 205+
SUV
R515+
People carrier
R1 107+
Compact SUV
R467+
Standard SUV
R972+
Best car hire deals found in South Island
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in South Island. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 6 hire car agencies in South Island with an average daily rate of R536. Data was last updated on 7 October 2026.
Cheapflights insights for South Island car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Island, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South Island?
To get the best deal on car hire in South Island, book about 71 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R596, which is about 1 316% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in South Island?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in South Island is Avis (rated 0.0/10). NZZU (rated 0.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Island?
Planning to hire a car in South Island? June is the cheapest month, costing about R436 per day. In contrast, February is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 154. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R933
February
R1 154
March
R895
April
R668
May
R453
June
R436
July
R536
August
R497
September
R547
October
R519
November
R635
December
R1 093
What car do most people hire in South Island?
SUV cars (Mitsubishi Outlander, for example) are the most popular in South Island. Compact (Class Compact Car) and Economy (Class Economy Car) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Island.
Top rental agencies in South Island
Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Island known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car hire companies in South Island. Reviews were last updated on 7 October 2026.
Avis
Avis Locations in South Island
NZZU
NZZU Locations in South Island
Budget
Budget Locations in South Island
Hertz
Hertz Locations in South Island
Thrifty
Thrifty Locations in South Island
Sunnycars
Sunnycars Locations in South Island
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Island, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South Island?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R431/day when booking a car hire in South Island. The absolute best deal a user found was for R179/day from New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, booked on Oct. 3.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South Island for a week from New Zealand Discount Car Rentals?
New Zealand Discount Car Rentals is one of the most popular car hire companies in South Island, offering car hire for around R3 212 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Island?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in South Island.
How much does it cost to rent a car in South Island for a month?
The average cost of a car hire in South Island for a month is R13 768. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.