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Cheap Car Hire in Hastings, New Zealand

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Hastings, book about 87 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R393, which is about 585% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Hastings?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Hastings is Firefly (rated 0.0/10). Routes Car & Truck Rentals (rated 0.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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Routes Car & Truck Rentals
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EZI
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Apollo Car Rentals
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What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Hastings?

Planning to hire a car in Hastings? May is the cheapest month, costing about R671 per day. In contrast, February is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 702. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R687

February

R1 702

March

R1 015

April

R802

May

R671

June

R867

July

R753

August

R851

September

R884

October

R1 080

November

R818

December

R1 113

Which car hire company has the most locations in Hastings?

Both Apollo Car Rentals and Routes Car & Truck Rentals have 2 locations in Hastings, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Hastings, Hawke's Bay

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Hastings, Hawke's Bay known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Hastings, Hawke's Bay. Reviews were last updated on 21 April 2026.

Firefly

1 location
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Routes Car & Truck Rentals

2 locations
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EZI

1 location
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Apollo Car Rentals

2 locations
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Moto Car Rental

1 location
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Apex

1 location
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Shouqi

1 location
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Europcar

1 location
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Hastings, Hawke's Bay, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 April 2026.

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

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

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