South Island

Cheap Car Rentals in South Island from ₱875

Christchurch, New Zealand
Apr 30 — May 7
Driver's age: 26-65
Christchurch, New Zealand
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Island?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Island 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 April 23, 2024.

January

₱2,932

February

₱3,219

March

₱2,529

April

₱1,897

May

₱1,724

June

₱1,839

July

₱2,357

August

₱2,184

September

₱2,184

October

₱2,069

November

₱2,529

December

₱3,679

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Island 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 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 April 23, 2024.

At ₱875/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for rental in South Island in the past week. Out of 58 car rental agencies operating in South Island, there are, in total, 80 rental locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

₱1,069+

Compact

Compact

₱875+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₱1,633+

SUV

SUV

₱1,255+

Minivan

Minivan

₱1,965+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₱2,297+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₱3,338+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₱1,493+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₱1,758+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

₱2,444+

Compare available car types for rental in South Island

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in South Island to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 23, 2024.

Small cars

₱849 - ₱4,942

All Car Types

₱1,293 - ₱7,824

To rent a small car in South Island, you would pay an average price of ₱2,122/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South Island (~₱849/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~₱4,942/day). In fact, August is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Island, renting a small car saves you 38% 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 South Island small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in South Island, you would pay an average price of ₱2,951/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South Island (~₱1,890/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~₱6,726/day). In fact, September is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Island, renting a medium car saves you 14% 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.

To rent a SUV in South Island, you would pay an average price of ₱2,656/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South Island (~₱2,256/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~₱8,175/day). In fact, August is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Island, renting a SUV saves you 23% 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 South Island SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱875/day
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Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱925/day
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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 23, 2024.

Hertz

8.7
Very good
37 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.6

EZI

10.0
Wonderful
1 review11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.1
Wonderful
20 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.8

Ace Rental Cars

8.8
Very good
13 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.5

Apex

8.6
Very good
10 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Thrifty

8.3
Very good
6 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

7.8

Alamo

8.2
Very good
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

8.5

Dollar

8.0
Very good
3 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.0

Best South Island car rental deals found

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 ₱2,271. Data was last updated on April 23, 2024.
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱875/day
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Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱925/day
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Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Hyundai Tucson₱1,493/day
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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 23, 2024.
  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in South Island?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in South Island from the following companies over the past two weeks: Yes Rentals (₱925/day), New Zealand Discount Car Rentals (₱1,069/day), and Mode Car & Camper Rentals (₱1,255/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in South Island?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Rental Cars 247 (10.0 rating), Bargain Rental Cars (10.0 rating) and EZI (10.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in South Island.

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

    From Europcar you can rent a car in South Island from about ₱47,730 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in South Island for the best price?

    Renting your favorite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 39% in South Island - we recommend booking at least 63days in advance.

  • 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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