Cheapflights insights for South Island car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Island, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South Island?
To get the best deal on car hire in South Island, book about 17 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 179, which is about 223% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in South Island?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in South Island is keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). EZI (rated 9.7/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Island?
Planning to hire a car in South Island? September is the cheapest month, costing about AED 154 per day. In contrast, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 277. 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 244
February
AED 255
March
AED 215
April
AED 277
May
AED 160
June
AED 174
July
AED 158
August
AED 159
September
AED 154
October
AED 159
November
AED 207
December
AED 267
What car do most people hire in South Island?
Supplier choice cars (Class Special Sedan, for example) are the most popular in South Island. Intermediate (Subaru Forester) and SUV (Subaru Forester) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Island.
Top rental agencies in South Island
Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Island known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Island. Reviews were last updated on 17 September 2025.
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Avis
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Alamo
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Island, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South Island for a week from Cross Country Rentals?
Hiring a car in South Island for a week can be a great option for travel. Cross Country Rentals, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around AED 1,119/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Island?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For South Island however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.