Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from AED 33
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 4/12 and drop-off date of 12/12. 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.
New Zealand car rentals in 2026
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 9 October 2026.
Most popular company | North Car Rental |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Full-size |
Average price per day | AED 126 |
Cheapest price per day | AED 33 |
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 9 October 2026.
There are 115 hire agencies servicing New Zealand. These agencies, altogether, have 914 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in New Zealand with prices from AED 33 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in New Zealand:
Economy
AED 33+
Compact
AED 34+
Full-size SUV
AED 153+
Pick-up truck
AED 166+
Compact SUV
AED 68+
Supplier choice
AED 71+
Intermediate SUV
AED 79+
Standard SUV
AED 123+
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 AED 91. Data was last updated on 9 October 2026.
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 car hire in New Zealand 8 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 125/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 238% 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 Mode, offering prices from just AED 9.65/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, with rates starting at AED 14.87/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 AED 84. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 246 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 AED 84. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 246 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
AED 187
February
AED 220
March
AED 154
April
AED 125
May
AED 84
June
AED 84
July
AED 99
August
AED 88
September
AED 95
October
AED 106
November
AED 125
December
AED 246
What car do most people hire in New Zealand?
SUV cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting New Zealand. Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Toyota Previa or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in New Zealand?
Avis has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. NextCar has the second-highest number of locations in New Zealand at 1.
What are the car rental prices for popular cities in New Zealand?
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 47 pickup locations in New Zealand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 October 2026.
Among the most popular cities in New Zealand, Auckland offers the lowest average rental price at just AED 28/day. Other affordable options include Wellington (AED 38/day), Queenstown (AED 62/day), and Christchurch (AED 118/day).
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 9 October 2026.
Avis
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Avis Locations in New Zealand
NextCar
NextCar Locations in New Zealand
JUCY
JUCY Locations in New Zealand
National
National Locations in New Zealand
NZZU
NZZU Locations in New Zealand
Rhodium
Rhodium Locations in New Zealand
Maui
Maui Locations in New Zealand
Hao Car Rentals Limited
Hao Car Rentals Limited Locations in New Zealand
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 9 October 2026.
What is the most popular car hire provider in New Zealand?
When hiring a car in New Zealand, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Mode, and with prices around AED 38/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Mode is ECONOMY, which starts as low as AED 35/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in New Zealand?
At AED 38/day, it is 72% cheaper on average to rent a car in Wellington than any other city in New Zealand. The cheapest price found in New Zealand was for AED 35/day in Wellington.
What side of the road do you drive on in New Zealand?
In New Zealand, drivers are expected to drive 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, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 9 October 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 9+).
Electric
AED 36+
Hybrid
AED 9+
Petrol/Diesel
AED 9+