Car rental in New Zealand
Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rentals in New Zealand
Compare car rentals on price, ease of pickup, a fair fuel policy, and more
Find New Zealand car rental deals you can modify or cancel if your plans change
New Zealand car rental at a glance
| Most popular provider | Ace Rental Cars |
|---|---|
| Most popular car | Premium/Luxury, Pickup |
| Pick-up points | 30, Auckland is most popular |
| Cheapest price found | 6 384 Ft per day, Auckland |
| Cheapest month to rent | May |
| Best time to book | 1 week before |
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Cities in New Zealand
Take a look at the different cities in New Zealand you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less traveled.
Airports in New Zealand
If you’re flying to New Zealand, it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.
Find the best car rental deal in New Zealand
Find the cheapest time to rent a car in New Zealand
The cheapest month to rent a car in New Zealand is June, when the average cost per day is 4 881 Ft. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is May, when the average cost per day is 5 646 Ft. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in New Zealand is February.Explore New Zealand
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Car rental in New Zealand: FAQs
Getting the cheapest car rental in New Zealand
Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.Pick the right ride
Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats" and "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in New Zealand is Premium, Pickup .
Compare across companies
The most popular companies in New Zealand are Ace Rental Cars, mode rentals, and Discount Car Rentals. The cheapest company we've found is Toprent. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.
Get your timing right
It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rentals to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is one week before. The cheapest prices we've found are 6 384 Ft a day and 4 151 Ft a week.
Be flexible
Not sure where in New Zealand you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of New Zealand. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in New Zealand is Auckland. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Auckland.
Rent a car long-term in New Zealand
Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Try it today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.
Save on fuel
You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in New Zealand with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.
