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Christchurch, New Zealand
6 May — 13 May
Christchurch, New Zealand
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Best deals found for South Island car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental cars in South Island
Honda Fit
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
5-door vehicles

C$ 16/day

8 Jun - 11 Jun
Honda Fit
Honda Civic
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 20/day

22 May - 14 Jul
Honda Civic
Ford Focus Sedan
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

C$ 22/day

22 May - 22 Jul
Ford Focus Sedan
Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

C$ 27/day

22 May - 22 Jun
Toyota RAV4
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
Up to 2 passengers

C$ 27/day

8 Jun - 11 Jun
Kia Sportage
Toyota C-HR
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 32/day

22 May - 14 Jul
Toyota C-HR
Toyota C-HR
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 37/day

22 May - 14 Jul
Toyota C-HR
Toyota Sienna
or similar Minivan
Up to 5 passengers
5-door vehicles

C$ 42/day

8 Jun - 11 Jun
Toyota Sienna
Ford Transit
or similar Passenger Van
Up to 5 passengers

C$ 42/day

8 Jun - 11 Jun
Ford Transit

South Island car rental deals found on momondo

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Small cars

C$ 38 - C$ 79

All Car Types

C$ 47 - C$ 90

The average price of a small car rental in South Island is C$ 55. The cheapest time to rent a small car in South Island is in May. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 38 per day. A small car rental is typically 22% less expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a vehicle rental in South Island 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 South Island small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in South Island is C$ 73. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in South Island is in June. The price is 46% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 40 per day. A medium car rental is typically 6% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a vehicle rental in South Island 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 South Island medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in South Island is C$ 98. The cheapest time to rent a large car in South Island is in April. The price is 51% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 49 per day. A large car rental is typically 30% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a vehicle rental in South Island 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 South Island large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in South Island is C$ 86. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in South Island is in May. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 65 per day. A SUV rental is typically 19% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a vehicle rental in South Island 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 South Island SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in South Island is C$ 71. The cheapest time to rent a van in South Island is in June. The price is 55% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 33 per day. A van rental is typically 3% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a vehicle rental in South Island 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 South Island van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

Honda Fit
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
5-door vehicles

C$ 16/day

8 Jun - 11 Jun
Honda Fit
Honda Civic
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 20/day

22 May - 14 Jul
Honda Civic
Nissan Sylphy
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 45/day

5 May - 8 Jul
Nissan Sylphy

Rental cars insight and trends in South Island

Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in South Island

What is the best rental car company in South Island?

If you plan on visiting South Island, consider renting a car from Hertz, which is the best rental car company in the region with 8 locations. 30 momondo reviewers gave this rental agency an average rating of 8.7 out of 10 for their reasonable prices and customer service. You can find Hertz in Queenstown and many other cities throughout South Island.

What is the most popular type of car to rent in South Island?

Although there are plenty of other rental car types to choose from, the most popular type for a trip to South Island are Compact sized cars. 33% of our users chose this rental type and found prices for C$ 74/day on average.

What are the cheapest cities to rent a car in South Island?

At the moment, the cheapest cities to rent a car in South Island are Chestermere and Airdrie from Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Surprise Agency, respectively. Routes Car & Truck Rentals in Chestermere has rental rates starting from around C$ 16/day while Surprise Agency in Airdrie offers rentals for C$ 18/day and up.

South Island car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in South Island

Hertz

8.7
Very good
34 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.5

Dollar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

EZI

10.0
Wonderful
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.1
Wonderful
16 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.8

Apex

8.6
Very good
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.2

Ace Rental Cars

8.5
Very good
9 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

Thrifty

8.2
Very good
4 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Go Rentals

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Car rental in South Island

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

When did momondo last update prices for cars in South Island?

Prices for cars in South Island refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in South Island?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in South Island?

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including South Island. 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 South Island?

When renting a car in South Island, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in South Island?

You should use momondo to book a car rental in South Island because it could save you time and money. momondo fetches and allows you to compare car rental prices and policies from thousands of car rental websites.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in South Island?

momondo makes it easier for you to find great car rentals in South Island, 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 South Island with free cancellation?

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

Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in South Island on momondo?

Yes, fair fuel policies are a specific filter offered on momondo for all car rental locations including South Island.

Can I find a car rental in South Island which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

You certainly can. momondo has a dedicated filter for enhanced cleaning services for all car rental locations including South Island.

Can I search for rental cars in South Island with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Yes, car rental deals in South Island with unlimited mileage can be found on momondo.


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