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Auckland, New Zealand
15 May — 22 May
Auckland, New Zealand
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Best deals found for New Zealand car rentals

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Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

C$ 10/day

14 May - 28 May
Toyota Yaris
Honda Civic
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 12/day

14 May - 28 May
Honda Civic
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

C$ 16/day

15 May - 10 Jun
Toyota Yaris
Nissan Sylphy
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 19/day

15 May - 12 Jun
Nissan Sylphy
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
Up to 2 passengers

C$ 20/day

15 May - 16 Jun
Kia Sportage
Nissan Pathfinder
or similar Standard SUV
Up to 5 passengers

C$ 22/day

13 May - 20 May
Nissan Pathfinder
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

C$ 22/day

28 May - 2 Jun
Toyota Yaris
Ford Escape
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

C$ 25/day

13 May - 20 May
Ford Escape
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
Up to 2 passengers

C$ 26/day

18 Jun - 29 Jun
Kia Sportage

New Zealand car rental deals found on momondo

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Small cars

C$ 35 - C$ 83

All Car Types

C$ 43 - C$ 106

The average price of a small car rental in New Zealand is C$ 55. The cheapest time to rent a small car in New Zealand is in May. The price is 37% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 35 per day. A small car rental is typically 24% less expensive than the average rental car in New Zealand. The average price of a vehicle rental in New Zealand can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for New Zealand small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in New Zealand is C$ 69. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in New Zealand is in May. The price is 47% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 37 per day. A medium car rental is typically 5% less expensive than the average rental car in New Zealand. The average price of a vehicle rental in New Zealand can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for New Zealand medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in New Zealand is C$ 114. The cheapest time to rent a large car in New Zealand is in October. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 84 per day. A large car rental is typically 38% more expensive than the average rental car in New Zealand. The average price of a vehicle rental in New Zealand can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a SUV rental in New Zealand is C$ 74. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in New Zealand is in May. The price is 34% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 50 per day. A SUV rental is typically 4% more expensive than the average rental car in New Zealand. The average price of a vehicle rental in New Zealand can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for New Zealand SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in New Zealand is C$ 99. The cheapest time to rent a van in New Zealand is in May. The price is 65% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 35 per day. A van rental is typically 28% more expensive than the average rental car in New Zealand. The average price of a vehicle rental in New Zealand can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for New Zealand van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a pick-up truck rental in New Zealand is C$ 86. The cheapest time to rent a pick-up truck in New Zealand is in August. The price is 14% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 74 per day. A pick-up truck rental is typically 17% more expensive than the average rental car in New Zealand. The average price of a vehicle rental in New Zealand can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a luxury car rental in New Zealand is C$ 88. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in New Zealand is in October. The price is 16% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 75 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 20% more expensive than the average rental car in New Zealand. The average price of a vehicle rental in New Zealand can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

C$ 10/day

14 May - 28 May
Toyota Yaris
Honda Civic
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 12/day

14 May - 28 May
Honda Civic
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

C$ 16/day

15 May - 10 Jun
Toyota Yaris

Rental cars insight and trends in New Zealand

Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in New Zealand

What is the cheapest rental car agency in New Zealand?

According to our data, Autounion Car Rental is the cheapest rental car agency in New Zealand. Users who book a rental car with Autounion Car Rental often find prices below the C$ 48 average daily rate each day. Depending on the city you visit, what type of car you’re interested in, and the length of your rental, you could find prices for as low as C$ 17 each day when booking with Autounion Car Rental.

What is the most popular rental car agency in New Zealand?

Snap Rentals is currently the most popular car rental company in New Zealand, with 36% of users selecting their services in the past month. Snap Rentals is also popular due to their 20 reviews and average customer satisfaction score of 8.4 out of 10. Keep in mind that your destination within New Zealand might not have any Snap Rentals car rental centres, so you should always have a backup agency in mind.

What car rental company in New Zealand has the most locations?

Thrifty has more car rental locations within New Zealand than any other agency. With 60 locations scattered throughout the country, you are bound to find one of their rental car centres either at your destination airport or within the city. If you haven’t picked a city to visit, Auckland is the most popular destination at the moment. Auckland also has 4 Thrifty rental car centres.

What is the most popular type of rental car in New Zealand?

Travellers to New Zealand usually opt for a SUV as their rental car of choice. This may be due to the weather during their stay, the activities they have planned, or their budget. In the past 30 days, 33% of our users rented a SUV for their trip to New Zealand at an average cost of C$ 84 per day.

New Zealand car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in New Zealand

Thrifty

60 locations

Hertz

48 locations

Firefly

47 locations

Sunnycars

36 locations

EZI

29 locations

Budget

24 locations

Moto Car Rental

23 locations

Avis

22 locations

Car rental in New Zealand

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in New Zealand so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

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

You are required by law to drive on the left when you visit New Zealand. Not abiding by this law can result in traffic tickets, car accidents, or both.

How good are the roads in New Zealand?

As of 2019, New Zealand ranked 43 out of 137 countries for road quality. New Zealand received a road quality score of 4.7, which is based on a scale of 1 to 7, with 7 being the best possible score.

What is the drinking and driving limit in New Zealand?

0.05% is the maximum Blood Alcohol Concentration you can have to legally drive a car in New Zealand. Both residents and visitors of New Zealand can face legal penalties for having a BAC higher than this amount. New Zealand has strict laws against individuals who drink and drive when they are younger than the legal drinking age of 18.

How much does gasoline cost in New Zealand?

On average, you can expect to pay C$ 2.50 per liter for gasoline in New Zealand. Keep in mind that this is last week’s national average price and gas prices may vary across the country. If you aren’t set on renting a car in New Zealand, then consider Egypt. Gasoline prices there are some of the cheapest in the world at C$ 0.39 per liter as of last week. Hong Kong is another great place to visit and rent a car, but keep in mind that gas prices can be expensive at around C$ 4.39 per liter.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in New Zealand?

Prices for cars in New Zealand are refreshed on a daily basis.

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How old do you have to be to hire a car in New Zealand?

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including New Zealand. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in New Zealand?

To rent a car in New Zealand, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in New Zealand?

Booking a car rental in New Zealand via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car rental websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in New Zealand?

momondo makes it easier for you to find great car rentals in New Zealand, by allowing you to refine your search with numerous filtering options. You can narrow your selection by looking at price, car type, location and more.

Does momondo show car rental deals in New Zealand with free cancellation?

Free cancellation is a policy that can be filtered on momondo car rental searches for New Zealand and all other locations. Availability may vary by location.

Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in New Zealand on momondo?

Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for rental cars in New Zealand.

Can I find a car rental in New Zealand which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

You can specifically filter for enhanced cleaning on rental cars in New Zealand on momondo.

Can I search for rental cars in New Zealand with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Yes, unlimited mileage options can be found on rental cars in New Zealand on momondo.


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