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Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$23.34
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
Pick-up information
Blenheim Airport (BHE)
Middle Renwick Road, Woodbourne, Blenheim 7201, New Zealand
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Blenheim Airport (BHE)
Middle Renwick Road, Woodbourne, Blenheim 7201, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$76.47
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Blenheim Downtown
167 Middle Renwick Rd
Drop-off information
Blenheim Downtown
167 Middle Renwick Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Unlimited mileage
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 20:37 on 28/09/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- One-way car rentals in Blenheim
- Top 20 cities near Blenheim
- Top 20 locations near Blenheim
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Blenheim and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Sep 28, 2026)
- Car rental statistics
- Top 8 suppliers in Blenheim in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, Samoan
Currency
NZD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+64
Average car rental price
$73 per day
Average car rental length
7 days
Speed limit within town
30–50 km/h
or
19–31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80–100 km/h
or
50–62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
$1.59 per liter or $6.02 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.47 per liter or $5.56 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.65 per liter or $6.25 per gallon
One-way car rentals in Blenheim
The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Blenheim and drop off in another city include:
- From Blenheim to Auckland - 11 offers from $46.31 per day
- From Blenheim to Queenstown - 29 offers from $43.06 per day
- From Blenheim to Christchurch - 29 offers from $43.06 per day
Top 20 cities near Blenheim
- Pictonfrom $39.51 per day25.7 km / 15.97 miles away
- Nelsonfrom $40.75 per day65.5 km / 40.7 miles away
- Wellingtonfrom $18.06 per day72.8 km / 45.24 miles away
- Palmerston Northfrom $59.05 per day190.5 km / 118.37 miles away
- Whanganuifrom $50.01 per day198.4 km / 123.28 miles away
- Christchurchfrom $7.20 per day249.2 km / 154.85 miles away
- New Plymouthfrom $35.91 per day273.4 km / 169.88 miles away
- Napierfrom $59.05 per day335.6 km / 208.53 miles away
- Taupofrom $39.35 per day362.3 km / 225.12 miles away
- Timaru389 km / 241.71 miles away
- Rotoruafrom $40.52 per day423.4 km / 263.09 miles away
- Taurangafrom $18.21 per day469 km / 291.42 miles away
- Gisbornefrom $43.17 per day469 km / 291.42 miles away
- Whakatanefrom $42.85 per day473.1 km / 293.97 miles away
- Aucklandfrom $7.09 per day523.5 km / 325.29 miles away
- Waiheke Islandfrom $43.00 per day533.5 km / 331.5 miles away
- Dunedinfrom $32.67 per day559.5 km / 347.66 miles away
- Queenstownfrom $10.21 per day575 km / 357.29 miles away
- Whangareifrom $42.15 per day644.3 km / 400.35 miles away
- Kerikerifrom $44.56 per day695 km / 431.85 miles away
Top 20 locations near Blenheim
- Nelson Airportfrom $40.75 per day65.5 km / 40.7 miles away
- Wellington (Downtown)from $27.11 per day72.8 km / 45.24 miles away
- Wellington Airportfrom $18.06 per day73.9 km / 45.92 miles away
- Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminalfrom $31.77 per day74.7 km / 46.42 miles away
- Palmerston North Airportfrom $59.05 per day192.4 km / 119.55 miles away
- Christchurch Airportfrom $7.20 per day248.3 km / 154.29 miles away
- Christchurch (Downtown)from $56.06 per day249.2 km / 154.85 miles away
- New Plymouth Airportfrom $35.91 per day279.1 km / 173.42 miles away
- Napier Airportfrom $59.05 per day335.6 km / 208.53 miles away
- Rotorua Airportfrom $40.52 per day428.9 km / 266.51 miles away
- Tauranga Airportfrom $18.21 per day468.4 km / 291.05 miles away
- Auckland Airportfrom $7.09 per day506 km / 314.41 miles away
- Auckland East Tamakifrom $140.71 per day514.8 km / 319.88 miles away
- Auckland Onehungafrom $138.19 per day515.5 km / 320.32 miles away
- Auckland Penrosefrom $57.96 per day516.2 km / 320.75 miles away
- Auckland Mount Wellingtonfrom $144.63 per day517.9 km / 321.81 miles away
- Auckland Hendersonfrom $141.16 per day519.1 km / 322.55 miles away
- Auckland (Downtown)from $18.62 per day523.5 km / 325.29 miles away
- Auckland Glenfieldfrom $143.44 per day530.4 km / 329.58 miles away
- Waiheke Island Portfrom $43.00 per day533.8 km / 331.69 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Blenheim Airport (BHE)
8 rental locations
When to book in Blenheim and for how long?
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Blenheim?
Car rental prices in Blenheim vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthMay | Most expensive month December | ||
| Average price $63 | A good deal $68 | Cheapest supplier Hertz | Cheapest car type Small cars |
Average rental costs per day in Blenheim
$137
$69
$0
$66
in January
Jan
$64
in February
Feb
$67
in March
Mar
$56
in April
Apr
$24
in May
May
$31
in June
Jun
$42
in July
Jul
Aug
$50
in September
Sep
$32
in October
Oct
$56
in November
Nov
$125
in December
Dec
The cheapest month to rent a car in Blenheim is May (when prices average $23.50 per day). This is 63% cheaper than the yearly average and 81% cheaper than renting in December (when prices average $124.93).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Blenheim?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Blenheim is February, and the least popular is May.
Monthly searches in Blenheim by pick-up date relative to the average
2.4
1.2
0
0.6 times in January
Jan
2.2 times in February
Feb
1.9 times in March
Mar
1.6 times in April
Apr
0.1 times in May
May
0.4 times in June
Jun
0.2 times in July
Jul
Aug
0.2 times in September
Sep
0.7 times in October
Oct
1.4 times in November
Nov
1.6 times in December
Dec
What’s the usual rental length in Blenheim?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in March, the average renter keeps their car for 12 days, and in September, they keep their car for 2 days.
Average number of rental days in Blenheim
13
7
0
6 days in January
Jan
10 days in February
Feb
12 days in March
Mar
8 days in April
Apr
8 days in May
May
5 days in June
Jun
3 days in July
Jul
Aug
2 days in September
Sep
5 days in October
Oct
5 days in November
Nov
8 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 📍 Car rental locations | 2 |
| ✈️ Airport locations | 1 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Ezi Car Rental, Thrifty, Hertz, Europcar, Keddy |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, small cars, medium cars, large cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $32 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Hertz |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ezi Car Rental | Ford Puma | 5 | Small car |
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota Corolla | 5 | Medium car |
| Thrifty | Kia Stonic | 4 | Medium car |
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota RAV4 | 5 | SUV |
| Thrifty | Suzuki Swift | 4 | Small car |
| Europcar | Kia Stonic | 4 | SUV |
| Hertz | Mitsubishi Outlander | 4 | SUV |
| Thrifty | Mitsubishi Outlander | 4 | SUV |
| Hertz | Kia Stonic | 4 | Medium car |
| Ezi Car Rental | Mitsubishi Outlander | 5 | SUV |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Sep 28, 2026)
When is the best time to rent a car in Blenheim?
Prices are lowest during May, starting at $24 for an Economy car and highest in December, when economy cars start at $125. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month in in Blenheim is February, while the least popular month is May.
What car rental companies are available in Blenheim?
Blenheim hosts: Ezi Car Rental, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Avis, Firefly, Routes Car Rental, Keddy. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Is it cheaper to rent a car at Blenheim Airport (BHE) or in Downtown Blenheim?
Picking up a rental car at Blenheim Airport (BHE) is typically 63.18% more expensive than in Downtown Blenheim due to airport surcharges. Offices downtown may have lower base rates. Compare both options when booking, keeping in mind the transport cost of reaching the downtown location.
Can I pick up a rental car in Blenheim and drop it off in another city?
Yes. One-way drop-offs to the following cities are available: Auckland, Queenstown, Christchurch. Fees vary between suppliers, so compare by making sure you search using your desired city for the return location. Prices start from $43 for one-way rentals in Blenheim
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Ezi Car Rental (rated 9.3 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Keddy (rated 8.1 / 10)
Total rental companies
8
Average daily price
$73
Lowest daily price
$32
Total cars available
63
Top 8 suppliers in Blenheim in 2026
Ezi Car Rental
1 location
9.3
Excellent
9 ratings
Value for money
9.0
Ease of finding
9.2
Agent helpfulness
9.3
Pick-up speed
9.3
Drop-off speed
9.4
Car cleanliness
9.4
Car condition
9.4
Most popular location
Tancred Crescent, Blenheim Airport, Woodbourne, Blenheim 2022
Hertz
2 locations
8.6
Very Good
2 ratings
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.8
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.1
Car condition
9.1
$32–$217
per day
Most popular location
Marlborough Airport, 1 Tancred Crescent, Woodbourne, Blenheim 7206
Europcar
1 location
8.6
Very Good
9 ratings
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.6
Agent helpfulness
8.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.7
Car cleanliness
9.2
Car condition
9.1
$62–$99
per day
Most popular location
Terminal Building Tancred Crescent, Woodbourne, Blenheim 7206, New Zealand
Budget
1 location
8.5
Very Good
1 rating
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.2
Car condition
9.1
$67–$87
per day
Most popular location
Terminal Building
Avis
1 location
8.4
Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.9
Car condition
8.8
$70–$104
per day
Most popular location
Terminal Building
Firefly
2 locations
8.3
Good
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.5
Car condition
8.5
Most popular location
167 Middle Renwick Rd
Routes Car Rental
1 location
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.1
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.9
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.5
Most popular location
Blenheim Airport, 1 Tancred Crescent, Woodbourne, Blenheim 7206
Keddy
1 location
8.1
Good
2 ratings
Value for money
7.7
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.5
Car condition
8.7
Most popular location
Marlborough Airport Blenheim
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