Cheapflights insights for Timaru car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Timaru, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Timaru?
To get the best deal on car hire in Timaru, book about 78 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 121, which is about 23% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Timaru?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Timaru is Hertz (rated 0.0/10). Avis (rated 0.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Timaru?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Timaru is February, when you can expect to pay AED 217/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Timaru is July (AED 492/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
AED 345
February
AED 217
March
AED 294
April
AED 360
May
AED 400
June
AED 393
July
AED 492
August
AED 364
September
AED 448
October
AED 422
November
AED 323
December
AED 286
What car do most people hire in Timaru?
Compact cars (Toyota RAV4, for example) are the most popular in Timaru. SUV (Toyota RAV4) and Intermediate (Toyota RAV4) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Timaru.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Timaru?
Hertz has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Timaru at 2.
Top rental agencies in Timaru
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Timaru known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car rental companies in Timaru. Reviews were last updated on 15 June 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Timaru, including Hertz, Avis and Firefly. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
Hertz
Avis
Firefly
Sunnycars
Thrifty
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Timaru, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Timaru?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Timaru it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.