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

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, JUCY (10.0 rating), New Zealand Discount Car Rentals (10.0 rating) and Scotties (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Queenstown.

What are gas prices like in Queenstown?

The average price of petrol in Queenstown is AED 5.95/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 268 and AED 387 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

Sixt is one of the most popular car hire companies in Queenstown, offering car hire for around AED 3,415 per week on average.

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

Booking early can save you upwards of 19% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 90 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Queenstown.

Can I rent a car for a month in Queenstown?

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

What car do most people hire in Queenstown?

The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Queenstown is Standard (Toyota RAV4) based on our Cheapflights data.

Cheap Car Rentals in Queenstown

Queenstown, New Zealand

7 Apr — 14 Apr

Same drop-off

Fri 7/4

Noon

Fri 14/4

Noon

Driver's age:

26-65Other

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

January

AED 268

February

AED 275

March

AED 268

April

AED 154

May

AED 124

June

AED 154

July

AED 264

August

AED 282

September

AED 223

October

AED 176

November

AED 194

December

AED 308

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Queenstown is May. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Queenstown

Top rental agencies in Queenstown

All major car rental suppliers in Queenstown

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals

2 locations

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Apex

9.5

Wonderful

2 reviews•2 locations

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Hertz

9.5

Wonderful

10 reviews•2 locations

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Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

We rented a 4x4 because it was the only 4-wheel drive option available when we went to upgrade our sedan. It felt like a new truck which was great and it rode very smoothly, even as I was very unfamiliar/uncomfortable driving such a large vehicle.

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2023

Rental was very clean and very nice. Only hiccup was that we were a day late with our travel bc of the cyclone and they’d moved the car to another lot and I had to sort of find the car on my own. But, everyone was super helpful and friendly. Just a bit confusing bc of the pickup issue

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

It was easy pick up and drop off. The price was great. The car was clean and roomy. Loved that it was a hybrid!

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2019

The staff was very friendly, and the pick up, drop off was easy too!

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2018

Convenient location in the Queenstown Airport. Staff was very helpful.

Your office had closed for the night one minute after I got my key. What if the car did not start??

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2018

Got a personal escort to the terminal from an employee going onto shift. Such a kind and helpful individual. Hertz employs great people!

1 out of 4

Avis

9.3

Wonderful

4 reviews•2 locations

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7.2

Good|Nov 2019

We waited a long time to pick up the car and there was an extra fee to drop off at the airport, but the car itself was good.

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2019

perfect!

9.6

Wonderful|Apr 2017

New car with low mileage was a pleasure to drive The service at the downtown Queenstown location was especially good. The rate was reasonable for New Zealand.

everything good

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2017

The customer service was topnotch! She really helped us out in a pinch when we found out our reservation pick up and drop off were not at the airport(s) like we were expecting. The car was in excellent conditions, clean, and modern with its in dash touchscreen system.

1 out of 2

Snap Rentals

8.0

Very Good

3 reviews•2 locations

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2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

I did not enjoy this experience. Reception was unclean. Staff were unhelpful, argumentative and unfriendly. Also appeared to be untrained. It was slooooooooow. Staff were defensive - clearly I was not the first person that day who was reacting to the poor communication and system.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Beautiful vehicle. Easy process and communication. Exceptional experience.

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

The staff are accomodating and very helpful. The car is clean and worth the pay. Highly recommended

1 out of 1

Budget

7.7

Good

17 reviews•2 locations

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2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

We were conned into buying insurance for the duration of our rental, even though the woman knew we would not be able to keep the vehicle for the entire time because of the ferry fiascos. I was told by several budget representatives that we could have a refund for the prorated portion of the insurance that we no longer needed ( a week's worth) but was denied by a very rude woman who told us we were 'stupid to believe' what we had been told.

8.0

Very Good|Mar 2023

Great price for a last minute rental. Easy process at pick up and drop off

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Vehicle was clean. Tank was full. Everything worked. Drop off was really easy.

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2023

We arrived a couple hours early and Budget was able to accommodate us without a wait.

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

The car has ACC and it helps my long range driving in New Zealand. I wish I could have Apple car play.