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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 245/day – about 208% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Papeete?

Looking to hire a car in Papeete? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 30.37/day. Thrifty also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 40.43/day.

What is the best car rental company in Papeete?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Papeete is Avis (rated 8.8/10 with 2 reviews). Europcar (rated 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Avis
Avis
8.8
Europcar
Europcar
8.0
Hertz
Hertz
7.1
Thrifty
Thrifty
5.3

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Papeete is February, when you can expect to pay RM 274/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Papeete is June (RM 384/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 278

February

RM 274

March

RM 286

April

RM 347

May

RM 327

June

RM 384

July

RM 343

August

RM 356

September

RM 372

October

RM 323

November

RM 298

December

RM 315

What car do most people hire in Papeete?

Economy cars (Suzuki Swift or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Papeete. Full-size cars (Class Full-size Crossover or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Hyundai i10 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 7 car rental companies in Papeete. Reviews were last updated on 30 July 2026.

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

Hertz

7.1
Good
29 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.8

Thrifty

5.3
Fair
3 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

6.0

Shouqi

1 location
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Fox

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 30 July 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Papeete for a week from Europcar?

    From Europcar you can hire a car in Papeete from about RM 3,364 per week on average.

  • 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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