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How far in advance should I hire a car in Queenstown?

To get the best deal on car hire in Queenstown, book about 37 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 125, which is about 196% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Queenstown?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Queenstown is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10 with 3 reviews). Rental Cars 247 (rated 9.5/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Thrifty
Thrifty
10.0
Rental Cars 247
Rental Cars 247
9.5
Avis
Avis
9.0
Ace Rental Cars
Ace Rental Cars
9.0

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Queenstown?

Planning to hire a car in Queenstown? May is the cheapest month, costing about AED 88 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 246. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

AED 206

February

AED 235

March

AED 169

April

AED 147

May

AED 88

June

AED 99

July

AED 162

August

AED 136

September

AED 118

October

AED 107

November

AED 132

December

AED 246

Which car hire company has the most locations in Queenstown?

In Queenstown, EVOLVE RENTALS, Snap Rentals, and Thrifty have 3 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Queenstown

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Queenstown known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Queenstown. Reviews were last updated on 9 March 2026.

Thrifty

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.2

Rental Cars 247

9.5
Wonderful
3 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.5

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
5 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.3

Ace Rental Cars

9.0
Wonderful
5 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Hertz

8.9
Very Good
8 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals

8.6
Very Good
12 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.6

Snap Rentals

8.6
Very Good
7 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

Apex

8.2
Very Good
4 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

7.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Queenstown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 March 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Queenstown for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Queenstown, offering car hire for around AED 3,098 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Queenstown for a month is certainly possible.

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