Car Rental in Whanganui

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Whanganui, New Zealand
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Cheapest car rental rates

Whanganui Airport
Economy
Suzuki Swift or similar
Suzuki Swift
  • 5
  • 1
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$48.89 per day
Whanganui Airport
Compact
Toyota Corolla or similar
Toyota Corolla
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Hertz
$64.04 per day
Whanganui Airport
Intermediate SUV
Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
Mitsubishi Outlander
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$57.37 per day
Whanganui Airport
Full-size SUV
Skoda Kodiaq or similar
Skoda Kodiaq
  • 7
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Hertz
$105.34 per day

Most popular car rental deals

Whanganui Airport
Compact SUV
Kia Seltos or similar
Kia Seltos
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$51.39 per day
Whanganui Airport
Intermediate SUV
Kia Sportage or similar
Kia Sportage
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$76.81 per day
Whanganui Airport
Full-size Van
Kia Carnival or similar
Kia Carnival
  • 8
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Hertz
$119.89 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 2:40 PM on 4/20/25. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel information

Languages
English, Samoan
Currency
NZD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+64
Average car rental price
$75 per day
Average car rental length
1 day
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
$1.67 per liter or $6.34 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.51 per liter or $5.71 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.78 per liter or $6.74 per gallon

Top 20 cities near Whanganui

  1. Palmerston North from $29.41 per day
    64.3 km / 40 miles away
  2. New Plymouth from $29.50 per day
    128.3 km / 79.7 miles away
  3. Wellington from $14.47 per day
    153.1 km / 95.1 miles away
  4. Taupo from $41.63 per day
    163.5 km / 101.6 miles away
  5. Napier from $33.66 per day
    167.4 km / 104 miles away
  6. Picton from $29.19 per day
    170.5 km / 105.9 miles away
  7. Blenheim from $34.38 per day
    198.3 km / 123.2 miles away
  8. Nelson from $28.24 per day
    212.7 km / 132.2 miles away
  9. Cambridge
    232.9 km / 144.7 miles away
  10. Rotorua from $37.62 per day
    234.2 km / 145.5 miles away
  11. Kawerau
    254 km / 157.8 miles away
  12. Tauranga from $43.65 per day
    274.2 km / 170.4 miles away
  13. Gisborne from $52.23 per day
    292.6 km / 181.8 miles away
  14. Auckland from $8.85 per day
    329 km / 204.4 miles away
  15. Waiheke Island from $54.85 per day
    353.7 km / 219.8 miles away
  16. Christchurch from $12.84 per day
    443 km / 275.3 miles away
  17. Kerikeri from $49.87 per day
    531.4 km / 330.2 miles away
  18. Queenstown from $11.94 per day
    762.5 km / 473.8 miles away
  19. Dunedin from $33.56 per day
    770.4 km / 478.7 miles away
  20. Invercargill from $39.36 per day
    899.5 km / 558.9 miles away

Top 20 locations near Whanganui

  1. Palmerston North Airport from $29.41 per day
    64.3 km / 40 miles away
  2. New Plymouth Airport from $29.50 per day
    128.3 km / 79.7 miles away
  3. Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal from $27.37 per day
    146.3 km / 90.9 miles away
  4. Downtown from $25.34 per day
    150.2 km / 93.3 miles away
  5. Wellington Airport from $14.47 per day
    153.1 km / 95.1 miles away
  6. Napier Airport from $33.66 per day
    167.4 km / 104 miles away
  7. Nelson Airport from $28.24 per day
    212.7 km / 132.2 miles away
  8. Rotorua Airport from $37.62 per day
    234.2 km / 145.5 miles away
  9. Tauranga Airport from $45.99 per day
    274.2 km / 170.4 miles away
  10. Auckland Airport from $8.85 per day
    329 km / 204.4 miles away
  11. Auckland East Tamaki from $14.31 per day
    336 km / 208.8 miles away
  12. Auckland Onehunga from $14.30 per day
    338.5 km / 210.3 miles away
  13. Auckland Penrose from $31.37 per day
    338.7 km / 210.5 miles away
  14. Auckland Mount Wellington from $14.94 per day
    340.1 km / 211.3 miles away
  15. Auckland Henderson from $14.97 per day
    345 km / 214.4 miles away
  16. Downtown from $14.63 per day
    346.8 km / 215.5 miles away
  17. Waiheke Island Port from $54.85 per day
    353.7 km / 219.8 miles away
  18. Auckland Glenfield from $14.41 per day
    354.6 km / 220.3 miles away
  19. Christchurch Airport from $12.84 per day
    443 km / 275.3 miles away
  20. Downtown from $14.23 per day
    443.8 km / 275.8 miles away

Map of car rental locations

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

Car rental prices in Whanganui vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Average rental costs per day in Whanganui
January
February
March
April
May
June
$115.98
July
August
September
October
November
December
The cheapest month to rent a car in Whanganui is July (when prices average $115.98 per day). This is < 1% cheaper than the yearly average and < 1% cheaper than renting in July (when prices average $115.98).

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 usual rental length in Whanganui?

How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in July, the average renter keeps their car for one day, and in July, they keep their car for one day.
Average number of rental days in Whanganui
January
February
March
April
May
June
1
July
August
September
October
November
December

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Whanganui?

Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Whanganui is July, and the least popular is July.
Monthly searches in Whanganui by pick-up date relative to the average
January
February
March
April
May
June
100%
July
August
September
October
November
December

Car rental information

Car rental locations 2
Airport locations 1
Popular suppliers Thrifty
Popular car categories Small cars
Lowest price $49 per day
Cheapest supplier Thrifty

Most popular car models of rental suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
Thrifty Suzuki Swift 5 1 Small cars

Car rental statistics

Highest-rated company
Thrifty
8.2 / 10
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Lowest-rated company
Firefly
7.7 / 10
Total rental companies
3
Average daily price
$74.82
Lowest daily price
$48.89
Total cars available
53

Top 3 suppliers in Whanganui in 2025

Thrifty
Thrifty
Very good 8.2 / 0 reviews
2 locations
$49 - $188
Hertz
Hertz
Very good 8.2 / 0 reviews
2 locations
$63 - $151
Firefly
Firefly
Average 7.7 / 0 reviews
2 locations
$63 - $151

Highly recommended by our customers

Apr 30, 2025
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Apr 30, 2025
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I always use gold car just because its on the terminal and it works good.
Bengt-Åke Gärdlund
Apr 30, 2025
Easy and great prices.
Easy and great prices.
Sumit K
Apr 30, 2025
Electric Cars Work!
Renting an electric car with Sicily By Car worked really well. I would do it again. The charging points can sometimes be tricky but once you get used to it everything works well. The car worked really well in mountain conditions and the car charges the battery when you're going downhill! You don't need to charge the battery as much as you think. On the motorway it takes a lot of energy, but trips in the mountains worked really well and there were charging points even in small villages and towns. We were able to charge the car from 50% to 100% in 45 min. Download an app to double check and plan your route as you would with petrol stations.
Brett Cherry
Apr 30, 2025
Easy peasy!
Easy peasy!
Randall Augeson
Apr 30, 2025
Good prices
I like the good price you give
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Apr 30, 2025
Very easy steps and fast process.
Very easy steps and fast process.
Ciprian
Apr 30, 2025
Smooth interface
Smooth interface
Peter T.
Apr 30, 2025
Easy booking process and flexibility
Easy booking process and flexibility
customer
Apr 30, 2025
Great rental portal
Multiple car rental companies, a good selection of cars, full insurance option and an easy to use website.
Eric Falzon
Apr 30, 2025
Helped us after bad experience with car rental
When we arrived at the carrental we quickly understood we were/are going to be scammed. We decided to go to another carrental last minute. We explained the situation and Discovercars helped us with cancallation and reimbursment. Definetly take a good look at the mails/documents that Discovercars send you because they give you extra tips and information.
Darren
Apr 30, 2025
Best Insurance for rental car
I bought the full insurance and on the last day of our trip we got a break-in in the car, the rental car company charged us for damages as well as 180 Euro for cleaning glass pieces in the car, 5 days after I got full compensation for all damages and the cleaning cost in the car. They dont cover your belongning in the car but it was noted when I signed the contract.
Alan Legesi
Apr 30, 2025
Great customer support – turned a bad situation into a good one
My rental didn’t go as planned — I booked a car through DiscoverCars, paid in advance, but when I arrived at the rental desk, the supplier (Maggiore) refused to give me the car due to a license document issue. It was frustrating, and initially, I was told that I wasn't eligible for a refund. However, after sharing my experience with DiscoverCars customer service, they listened, responded professionally, and eventually offered a full refund – even though it wasn’t strictly required by their policy. That kind of response shows integrity and a real commitment to customer satisfaction. Mistakes and issues can happen with any service, but how a company handles them is what really matters. I truly appreciate the support and would definitely consider booking through DiscoverCars again.
Rami Koren
Apr 30, 2025
Fantastic service
Fantastic service. I have booked car through DiscoverCars , but didn’t pay attention to note, that car rental company for luxury car additionally request credit card , which I didn’t have, only debit one. As per accepted terms after car pick up time in this case I could get only full insurance fee If you have so. However doscovercar review my case and made me a full refund ! What a great service , thanks!
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Apr 30, 2025
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great site.
Safyan Ahmad
Apr 30, 2025
Super happy 🙂👌👍
Hardly recommend, no problems at all.
Mr Osvaldas Piliutis

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