Wellington

Cheap Car Rentals in Wellington, New Zealand

Wellington, New Zealand
2 May — 9 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Wellington, New Zealand
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Wellington?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Wellington, New Zealand and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

January

AED 157

February

AED 172

March

AED 172

April

AED 143

May

AED 128

June

AED 128

July

AED 161

August

AED 132

September

AED 121

October

AED 121

November

AED 135

December

AED 198

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Wellington is September. 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 Wellington, New Zealand

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Wellington, New Zealand to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Top rental agencies in Wellington, New Zealand

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Wellington, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Wellington, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Wellington, including Avis, Budget and Dollar. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.5

Dollar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.3

Apex

9.3
Wonderful
2 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.6

Hertz

8.5
Very Good
2 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Ace Rental Cars

7.3
Good
3 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.3

Thrifty

7.2
Good
4 reviews•5 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.2

Europcar

6.4
Okay
4 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Wellington, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2024.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10.0 rating), Yesaway (10.0 rating) and Budget (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Wellington.

  • What are petrol prices like in Wellington?

    The average price of petrol in Wellington is AED 6.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 296 and AED 427 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Thrifty is one of the top picks in Wellington. They can have you in a hire car for about AED 2,034 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 37% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 64 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Wellington.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Wellington check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • What car do most people hire in Wellington?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Wellington is Compact (Mitsubishi ASX) based on our Cheapflights data.

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