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Cheap Car Hire in Wellington, New Zealand from RM 178

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 20/2 and drop-off date of 22/2. 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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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 21 January 2025.

January

RM 197

February

RM 223

March

RM 210

April

RM 165

May

RM 129

June

RM 125

July

RM 134

August

RM 129

September

RM 129

October

RM 134

November

RM 170

December

RM 277

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Wellington is June. 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 21 January 2025.

In Wellington, there are 68 active hire locations from 36 car hire companies. SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Wellington in the past week - currently priced from RM 178/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

RM 208+

Compact

Compact

RM 185+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 323+

SUV

SUV

RM 186+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 317+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 367+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 178+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 214+

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 21 January 2025.

Small cars

RM 90 - RM 360

All Car Types

RM 90 - RM 382

To rent a small car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of RM 150/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Wellington, New Zealand (~RM 90/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 360/day). In fact, June is about 41% 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 13% 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 107/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Wellington, New Zealand (~RM 112/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~RM 270/day). In fact, March is about 3% 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 38% 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 large car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of RM 207/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Wellington, New Zealand (~RM 271/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 557/day). In fact, December is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Wellington, renting a large car is 18% 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.

To rent a SUV in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of RM 139/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Wellington, New Zealand (~RM 128/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 557/day). In fact, March is about 9% 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 saves you 19% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of RM 188/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a van in Wellington, New Zealand (~RM 218/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 492/day). In fact, April is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Wellington, renting a van is 9% 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.

Hyundai i20RM 185/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Proton PersonaRM 208/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Proton PersonaRM 217/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona

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 21 January 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 review3 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

Hertz

8.2
Very Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Ace Rental Cars

8.0
Very Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

8.0

Thrifty

7.6
Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.6

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 242. Data was last updated on 21 January 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.
Ford RangerRM 178/day
5
2
M
A/C
Ford Ranger
Toyota CorollaRM 185/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota RAV4RM 186/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

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 21 January 2025.
  • 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: Snap Rentals (RM 178/day), Thrifty (RM 208/day), and EZI (RM 214/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 7.44/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 334 and RM 483 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Budget 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 1,195 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 44%. Aim to book your car hire at least 46 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 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 Standard SUV 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 Standard SUV for February, it will cost approximately RM 0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Wellington?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Mitsubishi Outlander) in Wellington, making it the most popular option.

Small car rentals in Wellington, New Zealand

Find small car rental deals in Wellington, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Wellington, New Zealand cost an average of RM 379 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 January 2025.
Perodua MyviRM 369/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Perodua AxiaRM 389/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia

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 276 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 January 2025.
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 275/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 277/day
5
M
A/C
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 420 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 January 2025.
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 379/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora
Toyota InnovaRM 460/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 21 January 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 34+).

Electric

Electric

RM 55+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 48+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 34+

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