Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from ₱1,465
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 4/6 and drop-off date of 4/19. 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.
New Zealand car rentals in 2025
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 January 24, 2025.
Most popular company | Autounion Car Rental |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | ₱1,519 |
Cheapest price per day | ₱1,465 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in New Zealand?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in New Zealand and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on January 24, 2025.
January
₱2,871
February
₱3,458
March
₱2,871
April
₱1,699
May
₱1,172
June
₱1,230
July
₱1,348
August
₱1,348
September
₱1,406
October
₱1,816
November
₱2,461
December
₱4,044
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in New Zealand is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
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 January 24, 2025.
There are, in total, 809 car rental locations in New Zealand that are operated by 92 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can rent (cheapest price last found: ₱1,465/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from New Zealand rental providers:
Economy
₱1,340+
Compact
₱1,465+
Intermediate
₱2,065+
Full-size
₱7,054+
SUV
₱2,714+
Minivan
₱2,843+
Full-size SUV
₱3,520+
Premium SUV
₱7,593+
Compare available car types for rental in New Zealand
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in New Zealand to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on January 24, 2025.
Small cars | ₱395 - ₱3,613 | |
|---|---|---|
All Car Types | ₱1,378 - ₱6,070 |
To rent a small car in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of ₱1,712/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in New Zealand (~₱395/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~₱3,613/day). In fact, June is about 77% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in New Zealand, renting a small car saves you 48% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New Zealand small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a medium car in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of ₱3,569/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in New Zealand (~₱1,617/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~₱9,826/day). In fact, May is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in New Zealand, renting a medium car is 10% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New Zealand medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a large car in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of ₱3,516/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a large car in New Zealand (~₱2,391/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~₱7,594/day). In fact, May is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in New Zealand, renting a large car is 9% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To rent a SUV in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of ₱3,667/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in New Zealand (~₱1,285/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~₱8,612/day). In fact, May is about 65% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in New Zealand, renting a SUV is 12% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New Zealand SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a van in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of ₱3,082/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a van in New Zealand (~₱2,163/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~₱8,196/day). In fact, May is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in New Zealand, renting a van saves you 5% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New Zealand van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 January 24, 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in New Zealand, including those that serve Auckland, Queenstown and Christchurch. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.
Thrifty
Hertz
Firefly
Sunnycars
EZI
Budget
Moto Car Rental
Avis
Best New Zealand car rental deals found
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 ₱3,135. Data was last updated on January 24, 2025.
We've found these great deals on car rentals in New Zealand, including options within the Auckland, Queenstown and Christchurch area. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
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 January 24, 2025.
Which car rental company is considered to be the best in New Zealand?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Drive NZ (10.0 rating), keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating) and Avis (9.5 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in New Zealand.
What is the most popular car rental provider in New Zealand?
With an average price of ₱1,506/day, Autounion Car Rental is the most popular car rental provider in New Zealand, booking 125% more rental cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in New Zealand?
At ₱1,519/day, it is 0% cheaper on average to rent a car in Auckland than any other city in New Zealand. The cheapest price found in New Zealand was for ₱1,479/day in Auckland.
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.
Van rentals in New Zealand
Find van rental deals in New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in New Zealand cost an average of ₱5,871 per day. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.
Check out some of the deals we've found for van rentals in the New Zealand region, including pickup options close to Auckland, Queenstown and Christchurch. We're constantly updating these deals so check back soon if you don't find what you're looking for.
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 January 24, 2025.
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 (₱23+).
Electric
₱33+
Gas/Diesel
₱23+
Hybrid
₱23+