Cheap Car Hire in South Island from R183
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 27/7 and drop-off date of 31/7. 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 8 July 2025.
There are, in total, 103 car hire locations in South Island that are operated by 74 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R183/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from South Island hire providers:
Economy
R282+
Compact
R183+
Full-size
R1 147+
SUV
R320+
People carrier
R865+
Pick-up truck
R1 049+
Compact SUV
R416+
Standard SUV
R572+
Compare car hire deals in South Island by type
Here are the best South Island small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Island SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 8 hire car agencies in South Island with an average daily rate of R435. Data was last updated on 8 July 2025.
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 17 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R704, which is about 1 331% 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 EZI (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). Dollar (rated 10.0/10) 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? May is the cheapest month, costing about R574 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 349. 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 204
February
R1 100
March
R920
April
R923
May
R574
June
R627
July
R784
August
R704
September
R683
October
R704
November
R902
December
R1 349
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 8 car hire companies in South Island. Reviews were last updated on 8 July 2025.
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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 8 July 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South Island for a week from Ace Rental Cars?
Ace Rental Cars is one of the most popular car hire companies in South Island, offering car hire for around R3 331 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.