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Cheap Car Rentals in South Island from HK$128
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 South Island with a pick-up date of 10-12 and drop-off date of 16-12. 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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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 15 September 2025.
There are, in total, 101 car hire locations in South Island that are operated by 73 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: HK$128/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from South Island hire providers:
Economy
HK$148+
Compact
HK$128+
Full-size
HK$917+
SUV
HK$462+
People carrier
HK$922+
Full-size SUV
HK$634+
Compact SUV
HK$238+
Supplier choice
HK$433+
Intermediate SUV
HK$445+
Standard SUV
HK$450+
Standard estate car
HK$723+
Compare car rental deals in South Island by type
Here are the best South Island small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Hyundai i20HK$128/day
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Mazda Mazda2HK$148/day
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Honda FitHK$199/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 HK$540. Data was last updated on 15 September 2025.
Hyundai i20HK$128/day
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Mazda Mazda2HK$148/day
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Honda FitHK$199/day
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Cheapflights insights for South Island car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Island, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South Island?
For the best savings on car rentals in South Island, make your reservation 55 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$268/day – about 606% less than the yearly average.
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 EZI (rated 9.6/10 with 4 reviews). Avis (rated 9.4/10 with 9 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
EZI
9.6
Avis
9.4
Hertz
8.5
Thrifty
8.4
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Island?
At South Island, the best time to rent a car is at May, with an average daily rate of just HK$175. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging HK$525 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 South Island, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just HK$175. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging HK$525 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$397
February
HK$381
March
HK$292
April
HK$264
May
HK$175
June
HK$206
July
HK$296
August
HK$257
September
HK$233
October
HK$233
November
HK$284
December
HK$525
What car do most people rent in South Island?
Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla Wagon, for example) are the most popular in South Island. SUV (Mitsubishi Outlander) and Economy (Suzuki Swift) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Island.
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 15 September 2025.
EZI
4 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Overall
9.6
Pick-up/drop-off
9.6
Value
9.6
Avis
9 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.8
Overall
9.4
Pick-up/drop-off
9.6
Value
9.0
Hertz
19 reviews•9 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.5
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.3
Thrifty
8 reviews•12 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.7
Value
8.1
Alamo
3 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
8.4
Ace Rental Cars
18 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.8
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.5
Value
8.4
Dollar
1 review•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.0
Value
8.8
Apex
13 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.1
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 15 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South Island?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$357/day when booking a car hire in South Island. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$251/day from Yesaway, booked on Sep. 14.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South Island for a week from Mode?
Mode is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in South Island. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about HK$3,453 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Island?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from South Island it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car in South Island for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in South Island can be found for about HK$14,799, with the average price for a rental being around HK$493 a day. Book with Yesaway, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 69% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Island.