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Cheap Car Hire in Wellington, New Zealand

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Wellington, book about 58 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 107, which is about 200% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Wellington?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Wellington is Avis (rated 10.0/10). Budget (rated 9.7/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Avis
Avis
10.0
Budget
Budget
9.7
Apex
Apex
9.6
Dollar
Dollar
8.5

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

Planning to hire a car in Wellington? August is the cheapest month, costing about RM 112 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 260. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

RM 186

February

RM 190

March

RM 140

April

RM 161

May

RM 116

June

RM 120

July

RM 120

August

RM 112

September

RM 112

October

RM 116

November

RM 136

December

RM 260

What car do most people hire in Wellington?

SUV cars (Kia Sportage, for example) are the most popular in Wellington. Intermediate (Mitsubishi Outlander) and Full-size (Subaru Forester) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Wellington.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Wellington?

Thrifty has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Ace Rental Cars has the second-highest number of locations in Wellington at 4.

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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 27 November 2025.

Avis

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

9.7
Wonderful
3 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.7

Apex

9.6
Wonderful
8 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.4

Dollar

8.5
Very Good
2 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.5

Ace Rental Cars

8.4
Very Good
4 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

8.0

Thrifty

8.0
Very Good
6 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.0

Hertz

7.7
Good
4 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Bargain Rental Cars

7.0
Good
2 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

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 27 November 2025.

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

    Europcar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Wellington. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about RM 582 per week.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Wellington it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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