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Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from ₱531

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in New Zealand with a pick-up date of 7/31 and drop-off date of 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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New Zealand car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on June 28, 2026.

Most popular company

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

₱2,768

Cheapest price per day

₱531
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Popular car types in New Zealand

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in New Zealand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on June 28, 2026.
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There are, in total, 903 car rental locations in New Zealand that are operated by 116 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can rent (cheapest price last found: ₱531/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from New Zealand rental providers:

Economy

Economy

₱531+

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Compact

Compact

₱544+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

₱3,214+

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SUV

SUV

₱1,410+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₱5,891+

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Pickup Truck

Pickup Truck

₱6,667+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₱999+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

₱1,332+

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Best car rental deals found in New Zealand

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in New Zealand with an average daily rate of ₱2,507. Data was last updated on June 28, 2026.
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱531/day
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Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
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Toyota Avanza₱544/day
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Toyota Avanza
Found 06/26/26
Honda City₱562/day
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Honda City
Found 06/26/26

Cheapflights insights for New Zealand car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in New Zealand, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in New Zealand?

Book your rental car in New Zealand 53 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around ₱2,444/day on average when booked 53 days ahead, which saves you 5,383% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest rental car company in New Zealand?

Looking to rent a car in New Zealand? EZU Car Rental had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only ₱6.72/day. North Car Rental also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at ₱8.01/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in New Zealand?

Planning a car rental in New Zealand? August is the cheapest month, costing about ₱1,904 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₱4,347. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₱3,329

February

₱3,991

March

₱3,462

April

₱2,678

May

₱1,996

June

₱2,189

July

₱2,036

August

₱1,904

September

₱2,108

October

₱1,914

November

₱2,708

December

₱4,347

What car do most people rent in New Zealand?

The most popular types of cars to rent in New Zealand are the following: SUV rentals (Mitsubishi ASX or similar), Economy rentals (Toyota Prius c or similar), and Passenger van rentals (Toyota HiAce or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in New Zealand?

Avis has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. NextCar has the second highest number of locations in New Zealand at 1.

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across New Zealand, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 47 pickup locations in New Zealand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on June 28, 2026.
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Top rental agencies in New Zealand

Explore the leading car rental agencies in New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on June 28, 2026.

Avis

9.5
Wonderful
20 reviews•21 locations
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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.0

NextCar

1 location
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JUCY

8 locations
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National

8 locations
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NZZU

2 locations
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Rhodium

2 locations
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Maui

3 locations
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Hao Car Rentals Limited

2 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on June 28, 2026.

  • What is the most popular car rental provider in New Zealand?

    With an average price of ₱1,587/day, EZU Car Rental is the most popular car rental provider in New Zealand, booking 91% more rental cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in New Zealand?

    At ₱1,826/day, it is 34% cheaper on average to rent a car in Queenstown than any other city in New Zealand. The cheapest price found in New Zealand was for ₱953/day in Queenstown.

  • 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 rentals by fuel type in New Zealand

Browse car rentals by fuel type in New Zealand. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in New Zealand. Deals were last updated on June 28, 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (₱35+).

Electric

Electric

₱147+

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Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

₱35+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

₱35+

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