Wellington

Cheap Car Hire in Wellington, New Zealand from RM 106

Wellington, New Zealand
4 Apr — 11 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Wellington, New Zealand
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Wellington, New Zealand car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Wellington, New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

RM 8.56

Average price per day

RM 216

Cheapest price per day

RM 106

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 28 March 2024.

January

RM 203

February

RM 222

March

RM 226

April

RM 231

May

RM 170

June

RM 170

July

RM 208

August

RM 174

September

RM 160

October

RM 156

November

RM 174

December

RM 255

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Wellington is October. 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.

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 28 March 2024.

In Wellington, there are 63 active hire locations from 33 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Wellington in the past week - currently priced from RM 106/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

RM 173+

Compact

Compact

RM 106+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 190+

SUV

SUV

RM 112+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 309+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 455+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 352+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 194+

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 28 March 2024.

Small cars

RM 123 - RM 322

All Car Types

RM 182 - RM 382

To rent a small car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of RM 159/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Wellington, New Zealand (~RM 123/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~RM 322/day). In fact, May is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Wellington, renting a small car saves you 17% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Wellington small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of RM 133/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Wellington, New Zealand (~RM 174/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 375/day). In fact, January is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Wellington, renting a medium car saves you 31% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Wellington medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of RM 198/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Wellington, New Zealand (~RM 141/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 589/day). In fact, December is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Wellington, renting a SUV is 4% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Wellington SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota CorollaRM 106/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Proton PersonaRM 173/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Honda CityRM 185/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City

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 28 March 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Wellington, such as 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 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.5

Dollar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.3

Apex

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

8.5
Very Good
2 reviews2 locations
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 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.3

Thrifty

7.2
Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.2

Europcar

6.4
Okay
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Best Wellington, New Zealand car rental deals found

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 247. Data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
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.
Toyota CorollaRM 106/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota RAV4RM 112/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
Proton PersonaRM 173/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona

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 28 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Wellington?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 216/day when booking a car hire in Wellington. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 216/day from Moto Car Rental, booked on Jun. 18.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Wellington?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Wellington from the following companies over the past two weeks: Yesaway (RM 173/day), Apex (RM 185/day), and Go Rentals (RM 194/day).

  • 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 RM 8.56/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 385 and RM 556 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Avis 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 1,672 per week.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 38%. Aim to book your car hire at least 64 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Wellington.

  • 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 does it cost to rent a car in Wellington for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Wellington can be found for RM 7,166. You can find car rental deals for RM 239 a day on average.

  • 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 Economy 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 Economy for April, it will cost approximately RM 425 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Wellington?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Economy (Suzuki Swift) in Wellington, making it the most popular option.

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Luxury car rentals in Wellington, New Zealand

Find luxury car rental deals in Wellington, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Wellington, New Zealand cost an average of RM 494 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car rentals in Wellington. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car rental needs and budget.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 217/day
5
M
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 238/day
5
M
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 283/day
5
M
BMW 3 Series

Van rentals in Wellington, New Zealand

Find people carrier rental deals in Wellington, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in Wellington, New Zealand cost an average of RM 478 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van rentals in Wellington. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Proton ExoraRM 383/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora
Toyota InnovaRM 396/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRM 473/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

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 28 March 2024.

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 22+).

Electric

Electric

RM 30+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 31+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 22+

Airport car hires in Wellington
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