Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from $7
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 8/7 and drop-off date of 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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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 August 2, 2026.
Most popular company | Bargain Rental Cars |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | $47 |
Cheapest price per day | $7 |
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 $26. Data was last updated on August 2, 2026.
Toyota RAV4$7/day
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Honda HR-V$8/day
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Ford Focus$8/day
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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?
To get the best deal on a rental car in New Zealand, book about 55 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $41, which is about 16% cheaper than the typical rate.
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 $6.30/day. Autounion Car Rental also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $6.32/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in New Zealand?
Planning a car rental in New Zealand? September is the cheapest month, costing about $35 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $69. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$60
February
$66
March
$61
April
$48
May
$36
June
$36
July
$39
August
$35
September
$35
October
$37
November
$48
December
$69
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 Outlander or similar), Passenger van rentals (Mazda Mazda5 or similar), and Full-size rentals (Ford Mustang 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.
What are the car rental prices for popular cities in New Zealand?
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 August 2, 2026.
Among the most popular cities in New Zealand, Auckland offers the lowest average rental price at just $8/day. Other affordable options include Christchurch ($11/day), Wellington ($18/day), and Tauranga ($21/day).
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 August 2, 2026.
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Avis
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
Recent reviews
10.0
|Jul 2023Avis delivered a new, clean, quality automobile (precisely like I reserved), and the customer service at the Queenstown Airport was fantastic. This is what the car rental experience should be like everywhere.
8.0
|Mar 2023Easy to schedule a Queenstown to Christchurch one-way drop off. On-site pick up and drop off were seamless.
10.0
|Mar 2023I needed a large SUV at a reasonable price - and Avis provided a terrific, low-mileage vehicle that performed perfectly during a month and 3,000 kms of driving. Both pickup and return were hassle free.
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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 August 2, 2026.
What is the most popular car rental provider in New Zealand?
The most popular rental car company in New Zealand is Budget. With prices on COMPACT starting at $19/day about 106% more people book with Budget than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in New Zealand?
At $53/day, it is 22% cheaper on average to rent a car in Wellington than any other city in New Zealand. The cheapest price found in New Zealand was for $27/day in Wellington.
What side of the road do you drive on in New Zealand?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in New Zealand.
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 August 2, 2026.
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 ($6+).
Electric
$27+
Gas/Diesel
$6+
Hybrid
$8+
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