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Cheap Car Hire in Wellington, New Zealand from RM 89

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Wellington with a pick-up date of 8/7 and drop-off date of 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular car types in Wellington, New Zealand

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Wellington, New Zealand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 27 junho 2025.

In Wellington, there are 73 active hire locations from 38 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Wellington in the past week - currently priced from RM 89/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

RM 91+

Compact

Compact

RM 89+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 100+

SUV

SUV

RM 112+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 401+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

RM 234+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 91+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

RM 109+

Compare car rental deals in Wellington, New Zealand by type

Here are the best Wellington small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Wellington medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Wellington SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan AlmeraRM 89/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Perodua MyviRM 91/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Honda JazzRM 92/day
2
M
A/C
Honda Jazz

Best car rental deals found in Wellington

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Wellington, New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Wellington, New Zealand with an average daily rate of RM 113. Data was last updated on 27 junho 2025.
The best prices on car rentals in Wellington we've found at this time. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Nissan AlmeraRM 89/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Honda HR-VRM 91/day
4
M
A/C
Honda HR-V
Honda JazzRM 91/day
2
M
A/C
Honda Jazz

Cheapflights insights for Wellington car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Wellington, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Wellington, book about 49 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 123, which is about 234% cheaper than the typical rate.

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 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Wellington? May is the cheapest month, costing about RM 118 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 266. 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 190

February

RM 194

March

RM 139

April

RM 161

May

RM 118

June

RM 123

July

RM 127

August

RM 123

September

RM 127

October

RM 127

November

RM 161

December

RM 266

What car do most people hire in Wellington?

SUV cars (Ford Mustang, for example) are the most popular in Wellington. Intermediate (Mitsubishi Outlander) and Standard (Ford Mustang) 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.

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 junho 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Wellington, such as Avis, Budget and Apex. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Avis

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.6

Apex

9.6
Wonderful
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.4

Dollar

8.5
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
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 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

8.0

Hertz

7.7
Good
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Thrifty

7.6
Good
5 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.6

Bargain Rental Cars

7.0
Good
2 reviews2 locations
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 junho 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Wellington for a week from Mode?

    Mode 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 327 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.

  • How much is a car hire in Wellington for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Wellington, you can expect the average price to be around RM 0. Usually a Compact hire in Wellington is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Compact for July, it will cost approximately RM 0 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Wellington, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 27 junho 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 11+).

Electric

Electric

RM 26+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 16+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 11+

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