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Cheap Car Rentals in South Island from ₱5,134

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 South Island with a pick-up date of 3/19 and drop-off date of 3/23. 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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Popular car types in South Island

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South Island and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on March 7, 2026.
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At ₱5,134/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for rental in South Island in the past week. Out of 78 car rental agencies operating in South Island, there are, in total, 106 rental locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Compact

Compact

₱3,969+

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SUV

SUV

₱6,772+

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Minivan

Minivan

₱6,716+

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Pickup Truck

Pickup Truck

₱6,615+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

₱5,915+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₱5,990+

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Here are the best South Island small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best South Island SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Rio₱5,134/day
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Best car rental deals found in South Island

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South Island. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in South Island with an average daily rate of ₱6,074. Data was last updated on March 7, 2026.
Kia Rio₱5,134/day
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Kia Rio
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Toyota Innova₱5,915/day
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Toyota Innova
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Hyundai Tucson₱5,990/day
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Hyundai Tucson
Found 03/06/26

Cheapflights insights for South Island car rentals

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 37 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱2,026/day – about 4,459% 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 Bargain Rental Cars (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). EZI (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Bargain Rental Cars
Bargain Rental Cars
10.0
EZI
EZI
10.0
Dollar
Dollar
10.0
Avis
Avis
9.6

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 ₱1,495/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in South Island is December (₱4,092/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

₱3,502

February

₱4,033

March

₱3,030

April

₱2,597

May

₱1,495

June

₱1,554

July

₱2,262

August

₱2,302

September

₱2,026

October

₱2,007

November

₱2,577

December

₱4,092

What car do most people rent in South Island?

Economy rentals (Toyota Prius c, for example) are the most popular in South Island. Passenger van (Toyota HiAce) 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 March 7, 2026.

Bargain Rental Cars

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

EZI

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Dollar

2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.6
Wonderful
5 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

9.0

Budget

9.0
Wonderful
2 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.5

Apex

8.5
Very good
7 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.3

Thrifty

7.5
Good
5 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

Hertz

5.8
Fair
9 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.1

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 March 7, 2026.

  • 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 ₱17,076 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.

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