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

For the best savings on car hire in Papeete, make your reservation 42 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 170/day – about 155% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Papeete?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Papeete is Hertz (rated 7.3/10 with 31 reviews). Avis (rated 8.8/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Hertz
Hertz
7.3
Avis
Avis
8.8
Europcar
Europcar
8.0
Thrifty
Thrifty
3.0

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Papeete is March, when you can expect to pay RM 202/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Papeete is September (RM 336/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

RM 245

February

RM 210

March

RM 202

April

RM 217

May

RM 217

June

RM 261

July

RM 316

August

RM 285

September

RM 336

October

RM 296

November

RM 265

December

RM 289

What car do most people hire in Papeete?

Economy cars (Suzuki Swift or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Papeete. Mini cars (Hyundai i10 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Class Luxury Van or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Papeete?

In Papeete, Avis, Hertz, and Thrifty have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Papeete

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Papeete known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car rental companies in Papeete. Reviews were last updated on 28 January 2026.

Hertz

7.3
Good
31 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.9

Avis

8.8
Very Good
2 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Europcar

1 location
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

Thrifty

3.0
Poor
3 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

3.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

4.0

Shouqi

1 location
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keddy by Europcar

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Papeete, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 January 2026.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Papeete.

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