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Cheap Car Rentals in South Island

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

How far in advance should I rent a car in South Island?

For the best savings on car rentals in South Island, make your reservation 66 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱2,007/day – about 4,360% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in South Island?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in South Island is keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Avis (rated 9.2/10 with 10 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

keddy by Europcar
keddy by Europcar
10.0
Avis
Avis
9.2
EZI
EZI
9.0
Dollar
Dollar
9.0

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Island?

The cheapest month to rent a car in South Island is May where you can expect to pay ₱1,566/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in South Island is December (₱4,195/day on average). The average daily rental price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you rent.

January

₱3,593

February

₱4,115

March

₱3,292

April

₱2,770

May

₱1,566

June

₱1,606

July

₱2,348

August

₱2,369

September

₱1,967

October

₱2,047

November

₱2,650

December

₱4,195

What car do most people rent in South Island?

Passenger van rentals (Toyota HiAce, for example) are the most popular in South Island. Economy (Toyota Prius c) and Standard (Class Special Sedan) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Island.

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Top rental agencies in South Island

Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Island known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Island. Reviews were last updated on April 6, 2026.

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•8 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.2
Wonderful
10 reviews•9 locations
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Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

8.9

EZI

9.0
Wonderful
8 reviews•11 locations
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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Dollar

9.0
Wonderful
3 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

9.2

Ace Rental Cars

8.7
Very good
23 reviews•11 locations
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Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

Thrifty

8.5
Very good
10 reviews•21 locations
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Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.1

Alamo

8.4
Very good
3 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Apex

8.3
Very good
20 reviews•9 locations
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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Island, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 6, 2026.

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in South Island?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱2,531/day when booking a rental car in South Island. The best deal a user found was for ₱2,095/day from Mode, booked on Apr. 4.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South Island for a week from EZU Car Rental?

    From EZU Car Rental you can rent a car in South Island from about ₱13,590 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South Island?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in South Island for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South Island for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Mode can potentially be 63% below the average car rental price in South Island. Check prices and availability for Mode and save on this extended rental. The cost of renting a vehicle in South Island is on average ₱58,242 a month or ₱1,941 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your South Island car rental.

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