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Cheap Car Rentals in Wellington, New Zealand from HK$414

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 Wellington with a pick-up date of 2-2 and drop-off date of 11-2. 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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Wellington, New Zealand car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Wellington, New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 November 2024.

Most popular company

MODERENTALS

Price of petrol per litre

HK$12.99

Average price per day

HK$167

Cheapest price per day

HK$414

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Wellington?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Wellington, New Zealand 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 7 November 2024.

January

HK$326

February

HK$349

March

HK$365

April

HK$287

May

HK$225

June

HK$217

July

HK$233

August

HK$225

September

HK$225

October

HK$233

November

HK$272

December

HK$419

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Wellington is June. 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 Wellington, New Zealand

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Wellington, 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 7 November 2024.

In Wellington, there are 68 active hire locations from 36 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Wellington in the past week - currently priced from HK$414/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Compact

Compact

HK$414+

SUV

SUV

HK$580+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$839+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$432+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

HK$523+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

HK$603+

Compare available car types for rental in Wellington, New Zealand

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Wellington, New Zealand to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 November 2024.

Small cars

HK$164 - HK$431

All Car Types

HK$165 - HK$1,136

To hire a small car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of HK$133/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Wellington, New Zealand (~HK$164/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~HK$431/day). In fact, December is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wellington, hiring a small car saves you 62% 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 Wellington small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of HK$242/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Wellington, New Zealand (~HK$165/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~HK$692/day). In fact, September is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wellington, hiring a medium car saves you 30% 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 hire a SUV in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of HK$268/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Wellington, New Zealand (~HK$107/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$600/day). In fact, January is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wellington, hiring a SUV saves you 22% 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 Wellington SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota CorollaHK$414/day
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Top rental agencies in Wellington, New Zealand

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Wellington, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Wellington, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 7 November 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Wellington area such as Avis, Budget and Apex. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Avis

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.6

Apex

9.5
Wonderful
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.2

Hertz

9.1
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.1

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

9.1

Dollar

8.5
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.5

Thrifty

7.6
Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.6

Ace Rental Cars

7.3
Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.3

Europcar

6.4
Okay
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Best Wellington, New Zealand car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Wellington, New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Wellington, New Zealand with an average daily rate of HK$611. Data was last updated on 7 November 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Wellington. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
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Toyota RAV4HK$580/day
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Wellington, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Wellington?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$167/day when booking a car hire in Wellington. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$162/day from Mode Car & Camper Rentals, booked on Nov. 3.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Wellington?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Wellington from the following companies over the past two weeks: Mode Car & Camper Rentals (HK$414/day), Snap Rentals (HK$432/day), and Europcar (HK$523/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Wellington?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10.0 rating), Yesaway (10.0 rating) and Budget (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Wellington.

  • What are petrol prices like in Wellington?

    The average price of petrol in Wellington is HK$12.99/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$584 and HK$844 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Wellington for a week from Mode Car & Camper Rentals?

    From Mode Car & Camper Rentals you can hire a car in Wellington from about HK$1,171 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Wellington for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 35%. Aim to book your car hire at least 68 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Wellington.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Wellington?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Wellington however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Wellington for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Wellington can be found for HK$5,020. You can find car rental deals for HK$167 a day on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Wellington for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Wellington are typically HK$168 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Compact to save money on your trip to HK$168. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in December to be on average HK$164 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Wellington?

    The most popular car to hire while in Wellington is the Ford Ranger, which is a Full-size vehicle.

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Van rentals in Wellington, New Zealand

Find van rental deals in Wellington, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Wellington, New Zealand cost an average of HK$1,273 per day. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2024.
In terms of van rentals in Wellington, these are some the best options we've found at this time. If you're not finding the van rental that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.
Toyota NoahHK$1,273/day
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Toyota Noah

Car rentals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Wellington, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 7 November 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (HK$67+).

Electric

Electric

HK$151+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$67+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$86+

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