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Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
NZD
Country code
64
Traffic direction
Left-hand
Speed limit out of town
80 - 100 km/h
50 - 62 mi/h
Speed limit within town
30 - 60 km/h
19 - 37 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Why rent a car in New Zealand?
New Zealand is a great place to explore by car. Not only both North Island and South Island are full of cozy cities and stunning natural landmarks, but the highways themselves are an adventure as they offer some of the most picturesque driving routes in the whole world.
If you want to know more about renting a car in New Zealand, don't miss our complete guide.
Top ways to enter New Zealand
- Auckland Airport: The busiest in New Zealand, it serves its largest city.
- Christchurch Airport: The main airport of South Island.
- Queenstown Airport: This cozy airport mainly serves domestic connections, but also hosts flights to Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney in Australia.
- Wellington Airport: Serving the nation’s capital, Wellington Airport is the third busiest in New Zealand.
Top cities and places to visit
- Queenstown: Sometimes called the Adrenaline Capital of the World, Queenstown offers everything from skydiving to snowboarding, skiing, and jet-boating, as well as truly stunning landscapes.
- Auckland: Large and modern, Auckland has a thriving arts and culture scene, and offers easy access to some of New Zealand’s great nature areas.
- Christchurch: Although the city is still recovering from some recent earthquakes, its friendly atmosphere and many museums and galleries make it one of the coziest destinations in New Zealand.
- Aoraki Mount Cook National Park and Westland National Park: These two stunning nature areas are for those who are eager to see New Zealand’s dramatic mountain scenery up close.
- Coromandel Peninsula: This coastal area is less than two hour drive away from Auckland, and makes a great place to relax and be in the nature.
Most popular rental car
The most popular rental car in New Zealand is the Nissan Tiida 2009, followed by the Toyota RAV4 and the Fiat Punto.
Most popular types of rental car
Many visitors of New Zealand choose compact and economy rental cars, but fullsize is also very popular, especially among travelers who like to go higher in the mountains and away from the main road network.
Top driving routes
- Auckland - Christchurch (1,553 km / 716 mi) The New Zealand Odyssey, beloved by countless travelers, will nearly take you from end of the land to the other and will let you see New Zealand in all its majestic beauty. If you have time, it’s best to break up this route into at least a week. Of course, this route requires a ferry between Wellington and Picton, where another rental car can be booked if your rental provider does not allow the car to be taken onboard a ferry.
- Christchurch - Queenstown (483 km / 300 mi) This picturesque route can be done in six hours, but why be in a rush when you’ll be passing the southern shores of Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki on the way? A circle through Greymouth might also be worthwile.
- Auckland - Wellington (644 km / 400 mi) The route between the New Zealand’s largest city and the capital will take you across nearly all of the North Island. It is worth stopping to explore the Pureora Forest Park, the Tongariro National Park, and the Akatarawa Forest on the way.
Car Rental Prices
- Station wagons - from $18 per day
- Large cars - from $61 per day
- Medium cars - from $49 per day
- People Carriers/Vans - from $49 per day
- Small cars - from $21 per day
- SUVs - from $62 per day
How can I save money on my rental car?
You can do a number of things to get a good car rental deal in New Zealand:
- Compare rates of different rental car providers
- Book your rental car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting New Zealand is the cheapest in July when renting a car is about 31% cheaper than the yearly average and about 44% cheaper than visiting in February when it’s the height of summer in the southern hemisphere.
Top 14 Most Popular Cities in New Zealand
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Car Rental in Auckland from $14.18 per day
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Car Rental in Queenstown from $15.06 per day
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Car Rental in Christchurch from $10.95 per day
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Car Rental in Wellington from $16.87 per day
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Car Rental in Dunedin from $32.49 per day
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Car Rental in Nelson from $21.98 per day
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Car Rental in Palmerston North from $23.21 per day
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Car Rental in Invercargill from $38.51 per day
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Car Rental in Tauranga from $50.57 per day
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Car Rental in Rotorua from $50.57 per day
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Car Rental in Napier from $48.88 per day
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Car Rental in Blenheim from $36.36 per day
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Car Rental in Whangarei from $39.97 per day
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Car Rental in New Plymouth from $46.90 per day
Top 20 Most Popular Locations in New Zealand
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Car Rental at Queenstown Airport from $15.06 per day
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Car Rental at Auckland Airport from $11.05 per day
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Car Rental at Christchurch Airport from $10.95 per day
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Car Rental at Wellington Airport from $11.20 per day
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Car Rental in Auckland Ponsonby from $15.07 per day
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Car Rental at Dunedin Airport from $32.49 per day
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Car Rental at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal from $35.37 per day
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Car Rental at Nelson Airport from $21.98 per day
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Car Rental at Palmerston North Airport from $46.90 per day
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Car Rental at Invercargill Airport from $38.51 per day
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Car Rental at Tauranga Airport from $50.57 per day
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Car Rental at Rotorua Airport from $50.57 per day
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Car Rental at Napier Airport from $48.88 per day
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Car Rental at Blenheim Airport from $36.36 per day
Map of Car Rental Locations
Which is the cheapest month to rent a car in New Zealand?
The cost of renting a car in New Zealand depends on the time of year. This graph compares price changes from month to month in order to find the best offer.
Average Rental Price in New Zealand
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in New Zealand is July — prices start from $28.15 for an Economy class vehicle. This is 42% cheaper than the yearly average and 59% cheaper than renting a car in the month of December (when prices start at $69.30 for a Compact class). This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. The exact price for your trip will depend on the length of your rental and the number of days until your rental period begins. Just enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers.
What’s the average rental length in New Zealand?
The average length differs from month to month. The longest rental periods are in October — an average of 9 days. The shortest are in April — an average of 6 days.
Average Rental Length in New Zealand
What’s the most popular time for renting a car in New Zealand?
Discover Cars users search for cars in a lot of locations daily. We gathered this information in order to analyze car rental popularity in New Zealand. The most popular month is February, while the least popular is June.
Popularity of Car Rental in New Zealand by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snap Rentals | Toyota Vitz | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Snap Rentals | Toyota Aqua | 5 | 1 | Medium cars |
| Bargain Rental Cars | Mazda Demio | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Discount Car Rentals New Zealand | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Ezu Car Rental | Suzuki Swift | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ezu Car Rental | Kia Rio | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| yesaway | Toyota RAV4 | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Discount Car Rentals New Zealand | Toyota RAV4 | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| yesaway | Toyota Vitz | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Ezu Car Rental | Toyota Alphard | 5 | 4 | People Carriers/Vans |
Our Customers Reviews
JM
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla
July 30, 2021
AK
New Zealand
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
July 26, 2021
LS
New Zealand
Nissan Tiida
July 23, 2021
Was recommended by pickup driver to go to The Styx in Nelson for a meal, excellent advice 😉👌the driver gave us a quick run down on the local area too and what was going on, so my advice is to ask the pickup drive for information 😁
DJ
New Zealand
Nissan Bluebird Sedan
July 22, 2021
I visited family and there is nothing better
TR
New Zealand
Nissan Qashqai
July 18, 2021
Whangarei - Anna Vu - great service, friendly, welcoming staff.
Whangarei - Jimmy Jacks Restaurant - delicious filling kai. Value for money!
Hokianga - Omapere - The Heads Hotel - wonderful customer service. Nice room. Bit pricey but no other space to stay!
GP
New Zealand
Nissan Tiida
July 18, 2021
Nelsons surrounding areas are some of the most beautiful in NZ. Great beaches and we visited in Winter so it wasn't busy
RE
New Zealand
Kia Cerato
July 14, 2021
Highly suggest to try fit vehicle hired to the destination which the customer are trying to go to :)
KC
New Zealand
Nissan Wingroad 2009
July 11, 2021
Had a wonderful roadie and met slot of lovely people
HL
Australia
Toyota Rav4
July 7, 2021
Looking forward to rent a car on the 28 Oct to 13 of Nov please
DR
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla
July 6, 2021
Really loved the top of the South Island and will be back to spend more time as soon as we can
KW
Norfolk Island
Mazda Demio
June 30, 2021
Highly recommend visiting Maeraitai beach in Auckland and Te Papa and Botanical Gardens in Wellington
IJ
Australia
Toyota Vitz
June 29, 2021
Hamilton sky city casino
Mount Mauganui beach
IL
New Zealand
Toyota Yaris
June 29, 2021
Great team and great value for money
JM
Australia
Mazda Demio
June 24, 2021
Only visited a few places but Whanganui has a lift up to Durie Hill which I never knew existed. That was a must do. Fab view from up top of viewing building and could see both Mountains.
HG
New Zealand
Honda CR-V
June 19, 2021
Queenstown is amazing! Loved the onsen hot pools and every place we visited. We just wished there was enough snow but oh well we still enjoyed ourselves. Thank you
NC
New Zealand
Toyota Rav4
June 17, 2021
The car was such a good drive.
Was nice to be able to move around anywhere anytime. Queenstown is absolutely gorgeous you would definitely need a car when you travel there.
TE
Australia
Nissan Bluebird Sedan
June 15, 2021
Helpful service big happy smiles will be telling family and friends
TR
New Zealand
Toyota Estima
June 14, 2021
The car I had was good value
JB
Australia
Kia Rio
June 13, 2021
The price and reliability of the car was fantastic and the location of their office made it very easy getting out of Auckland
MS
New Zealand
Toyota Highlander
June 12, 2021
Lake Tekapo is a beautiful place to stay
Top 21 Suppliers in New Zealand in 2021
Interrent
+6402102295260
25 Laurence Stevens Drive, Mangere, Auckland 2022
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
Sat:07:00-23:00
Sun:07:00-23:00
USAVE
+64093685724
60 The Strand, Parnell, Auckland 1010
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:30
Tue:08:00-17:30
Wed:08:00-17:30
Thu:08:00-17:30
Fri:08:00-17:30
Sat:08:00-17:30
Sun:08:00-17:30
Go Rentals
+6495257321
165 Beach Road, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:00
Tue:08:00-17:00
Wed:08:00-17:00
Thu:08:00-17:00
Fri:08:00-17:00
Sat:08:00-17:00
Sun:08:00-17:00
National
+64092560849
42 VERISSIMO DRIVE MANGERE,
Europcar
+64093795080
73 SHORTLAND STREET Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Working hours
Mon:08:30-15:00
Tue:08:30-15:00
Wed:08:30-15:00
Thu:08:30-15:00
Fri:08:30-15:00
Sat:08:30-13:00
Sun:08:30-13:00
Enterprise
+64092560849
42 Verissimo Dr, Mangere, Auckland 2022
SIXT
+649894665
120 Great North Road, 1021
Keddy
+64093795080
73 SHORTLAND STREET
Working hours
Mon:08:30-15:00
Tue:08:30-15:00
Wed:08:30-15:00
Thu:08:30-15:00
Fri:08:30-15:00
Sat:08:30-13:00
Sun:08:30-13:00
Avis
6493792650
17-19 Nelson St
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:30
Tue:08:00-17:30
Wed:08:00-17:30
Thu:08:00-17:30
Fri:08:00-17:30
Sat:08:30-16:00
Sun:08:30-16:00
Budget
099762270
17-19 Nelson St
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:30
Tue:08:00-17:30
Wed:08:00-17:30
Thu:08:00-17:30
Fri:08:00-17:30
Sat:08:30-16:00
Sun:08:30-16:00
Economy rent a car
+640800736825
5 Airpark Drive Mangere, 2022
Working hours
Mon:07:00-19:00
Tue:07:00-19:00
Wed:07:00-19:00
Thu:07:00-19:00
Fri:07:00-19:00
Sat:07:00-19:00
Sun:07:00-19:00
Alamo
+64092560849
42 Verissimo Drive Mangere
Working hours
Mon:07:30-20:00
Tue:07:30-20:00
Wed:07:30-20:00
Thu:07:30-20:00
Fri:07:30-20:00
Sat:07:30-20:00
Sun:07:30-20:00
RightCars
+6498879775
8a Aintree Avenue, Airport Oaks
Alamo
+64092560849
42 Verissimo Dr, Mangere, Auckland 2022
Routes Car & Truck Rentals
+6493733925
110 Montgomerie Rd Airport Oaks, Mangere Auckland 2022
Working hours
Mon:09:00-17:00
Tue:09:00-17:00
Wed:09:00-17:00
Thu:09:00-17:00
Fri:09:00-17:00
Sat:09:00-17:00
Sun:09:00-17:00
GreenMotion
+640800871563
159 Wairau Road, Takapuna, Auckland 2104
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:00
Tue:08:00-17:00
Wed:08:00-17:00
Thu:08:00-17:00
Fri:08:00-17:00
Sat:08:00-12:00
NUCarrentals
+640800736835 / +640800736825
27 New North Rd Eden Terrace Auckland 1021
Working hours
Mon:09:00-17:00
Tue:09:00-17:00
Wed:09:00-17:00
Thu:09:00-17:00
Fri:09:00-17:00
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Sun:09:00-17:00
Ace Rent a car
6492569944 / 6493092258
Manu Tapu Drive
Rhodium
+34965233425 / +6402102295260
25A Laurence Stevens Drive, Auckland Airport, Auckland-2022
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
Sat:07:00-23:00
Sun:07:00-23:00
Goldcar
+34965233425 / +6402102295260 / +64021493648
25A Laurence Stevens Drive, Auckland Airport, Auckland-2022
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
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Sun:07:00-23:00
Surprice
+6498694665
Unit 1J 128-136 St Georges Bay Rd, Auckland City