New Zealand

Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from HK$207

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in New Zealand with a pick-up date of 11-12 and drop-off date of 24-12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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New Zealand car rentals in 2025

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 28 November 2025.

Most popular company

EZI

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

HK$839

Cheapest price per day

HK$207

Popular car types in New Zealand

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in New Zealand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 28 November 2025.

There are 100 hire agencies servicing New Zealand. These agencies, altogether, have 838 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in New Zealand with prices from HK$207 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 2 car types you can hire in New Zealand:

Economy

Economy

HK$207+

Compact

Compact

HK$211+

Full-size

Full-size

HK$638+

SUV

SUV

HK$321+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$1,220+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$740+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

HK$189+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$275+

Compare car rental deals in New Zealand by type

Here are the best New Zealand small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New Zealand SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

BYD e6HK$207/day
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Toyota CorollaHK$211/day
4
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Toyota Corolla
BYD e6HK$221/day
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BYD e6

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 HK$391. Data was last updated on 28 November 2025.
BYD e6HK$207/day
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BYD e6
Toyota CorollaHK$211/day
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Toyota Corolla
BYD e6HK$221/day
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BYD e6

Cheapflights insights for New Zealand car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in New Zealand, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in New Zealand?

Book your rental car in New Zealand 42 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around HK$298/day on average when booked 42 days ahead, which saves you 592% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand?

In New Zealand, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just HK$21.94/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, with rates starting at HK$162.33/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in New Zealand?

At New Zealand, the best time to rent a car is at May, with an average daily rate of just HK$222. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging HK$544 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In New Zealand, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just HK$222. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging HK$544 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

HK$436

February

HK$460

March

HK$389

April

HK$342

May

HK$222

June

HK$223

July

HK$262

August

HK$254

September

HK$268

October

HK$271

November

HK$349

December

HK$544

What car do most people rent in New Zealand?

Intermediate cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting New Zealand. SUV cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Kia Carnival or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in New Zealand?

Thrifty has 63 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in New Zealand at 60.

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 247 pickup locations in New Zealand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 November 2025.

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 28 November 2025.

Ace Rental Cars

8.4
Very Good
39 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.3

Apex

8.4
Very Good
42 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.4

Budget

8.2
Very Good
40 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.1

Hertz

8.2
Very Good
52 reviews60 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Avis

9.5
Wonderful
21 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.9

EZI

9.2
Wonderful
19 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

9.0

Thrifty

8.2
Very Good
26 reviews63 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.0

Bargain Rental Cars

20 locations

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 28 November 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in New Zealand?

    The most popular car hire company at New Zealand is New Zealand Discount Car Rentals. With prices on PASSENGER_VAN starting at HK$222/day about 254% more people book with New Zealand Discount Car Rentals than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in New Zealand?

    At HK$462/day, the cheapest car rental price in New Zealand was found in Queenstown. On average, Christchurch has the cheapest daily rental car price (HK$852/day), which is 4% below average price for cities in New Zealand.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in New Zealand?

    Cars in New Zealand are to be driven on the left side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in New Zealand

Browse car rentals by fuel type in New Zealand. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 28 November 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (HK$24+).

Electric

Electric

HK$79+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$24+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$37+

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